When Ethereum switched to proof-of-stake in 2022, a mountain of Ethash mining hardware suddenly had nowhere to go — except Ethereum Classic. In 2026, ETC is still the main home for these ASICs, and two brands dominate the shelves: iPollo and Jasminer. This guide compares the models we stock, explains why Jasminer's "server-grade" chips matter, and gives you real profitability numbers.
Why ETC is the home of Ethash miners in 2026
iPollo V-series and Jasminer units run the Ethash / EtcHash algorithm. Since they can no longer mine ETH, their primary target is Ethereum Classic (ETC), plus smaller Ethash coins like EthereumPoW. ETC's appeal is a fixed, Bitcoin-style monetary policy (hard-capped supply with periodic emission cuts), deep exchange liquidity, and an active developer community — it's the largest, most liquid proof-of-work Ethash chain.
The best ETC miners we stock: specs compared
| Model | Hashrate | Power | Efficiency | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasminer X44-P | 23.4 GH/s | 2,550 W | ~0.11 J/MH | $8,960 |
| iPollo V2 | 10 GH/s | 1,500 W | ~0.15 J/MH | $929 |
| Jasminer X16-P | 5.8 GH/s | 1,900 W | ~0.33 J/MH | $1,151 |
| Jasminer X16-QE | 1.75 GH/s | 550 W | ~0.31 J/MH | $1,154 |
| iPollo V1 | 3.6 GH/s | ~3,100 W | ~0.86 J/MH | $881 |
Note: the iPollo G1 is a Grin (Cuckatoo32) miner, not an Ethash/ETC machine, so it's not part of this comparison.
Jasminer's server-grade efficiency advantage
Jasminer's edge is a proprietary 3D chip design that stacks compute and memory together for high bandwidth at very low power — among the lowest joules-per-megahash in the industry. The X44-P manages 23.4 GH/s from just 2,550 W (~0.11 J/MH), and the line uses quiet, rack-friendly server form factors. That efficiency is the whole reason to pay a Jasminer premium over an iPollo.
ETC mining profitability in 2026
In mid-June 2026 ETC trades around $7–9 with a network hashrate near 200–212 TH/s, giving gross revenue of roughly $0.0007 per MH/s per day. Assumptions below: nameplate power, 30-day month, 24/7 uptime, electricity only — figures move with the ETC price.
| Model | Gross/day | Net/mo @ $0.02 | Net/mo @ $0.10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasminer X44-P (23.4 GH) | ~$16.3 | ≈ +$455 | ≈ +$305 |
| iPollo V2 (10 GH) | ~$7.2 | ≈ +$195 | ≈ +$108 |
| Jasminer X16-P (5.8 GH) | ~$4.8 | ≈ +$117 | ≈ breakeven |
Unlike most small-coin miners, the efficient ETC units (X44-P, V2) stay net-positive even at home power thanks to their low draw — a real point in ETC's favour. The mid-tier X16-P sits near breakeven at $0.10/kWh, so it wants cheaper power or hosting to shine.
Best ETC miner by use case
- Best efficiency / max output: Jasminer X44-P — lowest J/MH and the most hash in one box.
- Best value: iPollo V2 ($929) — strong efficiency-per-dollar and solid margins.
- Quiet / low-power entry: Jasminer X16-QE ($1,154, 550 W, ~40 dB) for home or office.
- Cheapest sticker price: iPollo V1 ($881) — but its ~3,100 W draw makes it cheap-power-only.
How to choose: electricity, hosting and risk
ETC mining is more forgiving than Kaspa or Alephium because the efficient units survive higher power costs — but it still tracks the ETC price, and the network applies periodic block-reward cuts. Buy the efficiency tier you can afford to run, and if your home rate is above about $0.07/kWh, host the bigger units to protect your margin.
Host your ETC miner where power is cheap
Jasminer and iPollo units run best on low-cost, reliable power. Host with us from $0.018/kWh and let us handle uptime and cooling while you mine Ethereum Classic.
Compare the full ETC range on the miners page, or read our 2026 mining hardware guide for the bigger picture.