Bitaxe Gamma 601 1.2T Bitcoin Miner

The Bitaxe Gamma 601 (also known as Bitaxe Gamma 601 or Gamma series) is a compact, fully open-source Bitcoin solo miner from the Bitaxe project, released in mid-2025 (first batches around August 2025). It’s powered by a single high-performance BM1370 ASIC chip (the same tech used in modern Antminer S21 Pro models), making it one of the most efficient entry-level/home Bitcoin miners available. This tiny device is perfect for hobbyists, educators, and Bitcoin enthusiasts who want to run a real ASIC miner at home for solo “lottery” mining — giving you a (very small) chance to solve a full block and claim the entire reward (~3.125 BTC + fees as of January 2026).

Here are some clear product views of the Bitaxe Gamma 601, showing its ultra-compact board design, aluminum heatsink, quiet fan, small OLED display (for stats like hashrate/temp), and typical black/orange stand setups:

Additional angles, including side profiles with the fan/heatsink, Wi-Fi module, and powered-on OLED screen displaying real-time mining data:

Key Specifications

• Hashrate: 1.0–1.2 TH/s (terahashes per second; typically 1.2 TH/s at stock/high settings, with overclock potential up to ~1.8 TH/s in tuned units)
• Power Consumption: 15–20W (usually ~17W typical; highly efficient)
• Efficiency: ~14–15 J/TH (one of the best in the hobby class, thanks to the BM1370 chip)
• Algorithm: SHA-256 (Bitcoin primary; also supports BCH, BSV, and others)
• Cooling: Air-cooled (small 40mm quiet fan + aluminum heatsink; very low noise ~30–38 dB)
• Noise Level: Extremely quiet/silent for home use (fan is low-RPM and efficient)
• Dimensions: Super compact (~palm-sized board; ~150–200g with heatsink/fan)
• Connectivity: Built-in 2.4GHz Wi-Fi (easy plug-and-play setup via web interface or AxeOS firmware)
• Other Features: Fully open-source hardware/firmware (GitHub repos for bitaxeGamma); supports solo mining (lottery mode) or pools; small OLED display for monitoring; USB-C power input; beginner-friendly but highly tweakable (overclock, voltage tuning via community tools like BitaxePID); runs on standard 5V PSU (included in most bundles)

Here are more detailed shots of the board layout, heatsink/fan assembly, and lifestyle examples on a desk or with custom stands:

Features and Use Case

The Gamma 601 is the “next-gen” single-chip Bitaxe — quieter, cooler, and more efficient than earlier models like the Ultra (BM1366). Setup is dead simple: plug in power, connect to Wi-Fi via browser, configure solo (e.g., to your own node for full sovereignty) or a pool, and let it run 24/7. It’s educational (learn mining internals), supports network decentralization, and acts as a fun desk gadget/table lottery ticket. Many users overclock it for extra hashrate or pair it with a full Bitcoin node. Low heat output means no issues in bedrooms/offices — great for Loughborough winters as a tiny heater!

Pros: Ultra-low power (~£1–£2/month electricity at UK rates ~0.25–0.30 GBP/kWh), silent, open-source customizability, cheap entry to real ASIC mining. Cons: Tiny hashrate means negligible pool earnings (fractions of a cent/day) — it’s 99% lottery/solo fun, with astronomical odds (~1 in millions daily for a block).

Profitability and Pricing

At ~17W, running costs are negligible (~$3–$5/month USD equivalent in moderate power areas). Pool revenue is tiny, but solo is the thrill — someone wins eventually! It’s purely hobby/decentralization-focused, not profit-oriented.

Pricing: Typically $100–$180 USD (often ~$120–$160 on sites like Amazon, CryptoMinerBros, BT-Miners, Zeus Mining, eBay; bundles with PSU ~$140–$170). Widely in stock as of January 2026, with fast shipping from global resellers.

Compared to others in the series:

• Vs. Bitaxe SupraHex 702 (~4.2 TH/s): Much lower hashrate/power but cheaper and simpler (single-chip vs. hex).
• Vs. NerdQaxe+ Hydro (~4.8 TH/s): Similar hobby focus but air-cooled here (no liquid).
• Vs. Canaan Avalon Nano 3S (~6 TH/s): Slightly lower hashrate but superior efficiency/open-source.

If you’re in Loughborough (current date January 19, 2026), this is an awesome, low-risk starter for home Bitcoin solo mining! Let me know if you want setup guides, overclock tips, current solo odds calcs, or comparisons to other Bitaxe models.