With the recent rise in Zcash (ZEC) price, many miners are once again evaluating whether ASIC mining hardware could offer a worthwhile return. However, ASIC miners built for Equihash are extremely specialized machines with a single purpose—and that makes any investment in them inherently high-risk. The overview below breaks down the currently available Zcash ASIC miners by hashrate, power consumption, and efficiency, helping you form a clearer picture of their capabilities before considering a purchase. If you click on any ASIC model, you can also see estimated returns and available vendors to help inform your decision.

Here is an overview of the currently available ASIC miners for Zcash (ZEC) mining, organized by hashrate. The list provides details on hashrate, estimated power consumption, and efficiency. By clicking on the name of any ASIC, you can view estimated returns and find where to purchase it! * = First batch pending shipment The list is dynamic and will automatically update whenever new ASICs are added to the site. ASIC miners are designed to perform a single, highly specialized task, but they execute it with exceptional efficiency and high hash rates. Unlike GPUs and CPUs, which can handle multiple algorithms, ASIC miners are typically built to mine just one specific algorithm. This limits the range of cryptocurrencies they can mine, making them riskier compared to devices that are capable of mining various cryptocurrencies.


While the uptick in ZEC’s market value may make ASIC mining appear more attractive, it’s important to remember that these machines have very limited use cases and little flexibility if market conditions shift. Profitability can change quickly, and the resale market for highly specialized hardware is often uncertain. Use this list as a reference point, but be sure to weigh the financial risk carefully and consider how fluctuations in ZEC price, network difficulty, and electricity costs could impact long-term viability. Investing in ASICs can offer rewards—but only for those prepared to handle the potential downsides.