Computer Hash Rate Estimator
Estimate your computer's mining performance based on hardware specifications.
1. GPU / Processor Specs
CUDA Cores (Nvidia), Stream Processors (AMD), or CPU Cores.
Base or Boost clock of the core.
2 (Standard GPU/FMA)
1 (Standard CPU)
4 (Specialized Architecture)
Select 2 for most modern GPUs.
2. Memory Specs (For Bandwidth)
Real frequency (not effective). Divide effective by 8 for GDDR6.
Common values: 128, 192, 256, 384.
GDDR6 (x8)
GDDR6X (x16)
GDDR5 (x4)
DDR4/DDR5 System RAM (x2)
Please fill in all numerical fields correctly.
Performance Estimation
Theoretical Compute Performance:
– TFLOPS
Memory Bandwidth:
– GB/s
Estimated Algorithm Hash Rates
Ethash (Memory-Intensive):
Ethereum Classic, etc. – MH/s
Ethereum Classic, etc. – MH/s
KawPow (Core-Intensive):
Ravencoin, etc. – MH/s
Ravencoin, etc. – MH/s
RandomX (CPU Only):
Monero (only valid if CPU specs used) – H/s
Monero (only valid if CPU specs used) – H/s
Note: These are theoretical estimates based on hardware specs. Actual hash rates vary due to thermal throttling, overclocking, mining software efficiency, and power limits.
Understanding Computer Hash Rate
When you decide to use your computer for cryptocurrency mining, the most critical metric is the Hash Rate. This measures the computational power your hardware contributes to the network. It represents the number of guesses (hashes) your computer can make per second in an attempt to solve the cryptographic puzzle required to validate a block.
Unlike a loan calculator or a simple math tool, calculating a hash rate isn't purely arithmetic; it depends heavily on the specific architecture of your hardware (GPU or CPU) and the algorithm you are mining.
How This Calculator Works
This tool estimates your potential hash rate by analyzing two main bottlenecks in computer hardware:
- Compute Power (FLOPS): Derived from your Core Count and Clock Speed. This determines performance for algorithms that rely heavily on mathematical operations, like KawPow or RandomX.
- Memory Bandwidth: Derived from Memory Clock, Bus Width, and Memory Type. This is the limiting factor for "Memory Hard" algorithms like Ethash (used by Ethereum Classic) or Autolykos.
Key Inputs Explained
- Core/Shader Count: For NVIDIA cards, these are CUDA cores. For AMD, these are Stream Processors. A higher count usually means higher raw calculation speed.
- Core Clock: The speed at which the processor runs. While higher is better, memory-intensive algorithms often perform better if you lower the core clock to save power/heat.
- Memory Bus Width: The width of the "highway" connecting your memory to the processor. A 256-bit bus can move data twice as fast as a 128-bit bus at the same speed.
Units of Measurement
Hash rate is measured in Hashes per Second (H/s). Because computers are fast, we use prefixes:
- kH/s: Kilohashes (Thousands) – Common for older CPUs.
- MH/s: Megahashes (Millions) – Common for GPUs mining ETH/ETC/RVN.
- GH/s: Gigahashes (Billions) – Common for ASIC miners or massive farms.
- TH/s: Terahashes (Trillions) – Common for Bitcoin ASICs.
Optimizing Your Hash Rate
To get the "Real" hash rate calculated above, miners often perform "Overclocking". This involves:
- Undervolting: Reducing voltage to lower heat and power consumption without losing performance.
- Memory Overclocking: Increasing memory frequency to boost bandwidth (crucial for Ethash).
- Core Tuning: Adjusting core clock based on the specific algorithm requirements.