The Antminer S5 may not be the latest Bitcoin mining hardware (other models like the S7 and S9, have come after it), but it is still in use, and its efficiency and function is exemplary.

The Bitmain Antminer S5 features a power supply labeled 115 Volts, and that draws about 560 Watts. With the low power needs and consumption, small power supply, similar to those running desktop computers can accommodate the Antminer S5.

With regards to efficiency, the unit produces about 1 GH/s for every 0.51 watts consumed. Which translates to 0.51 J/GH. Compared to its predecessor, the S3, the S5’s efficiency has improved. All these integrated features makes it the most powerful bitcoin miner in the current market