According to the results of the first quarter of 2023, the cost of equipment for cryptocurrency mining recorded an increase of between 15% and 20% and, in some cases, up to 30% due to the increase in the price of Bitcoin.
During Q4 2022, the average price of ASIC miners was reportedly around $1,300-1,800, while by early Q2 2023 it had risen to $1,500-2,000.
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Energy-efficient flagship models remain popular in the market, including Whatsminer's M30S+, M30S++, M50S+ and Antminer's S19, S19 Pro, S19 XP.
In addition to the 79% Bitcoin price increase since the beginning of the year, the dollar exchange rate, the number of devices purchased and other factors also affect the final cost of equipment.