Is this a decent deal? I mean, it’s supposed to be brand new but shipping from China to the UK means 20% tax on top plus fees. So, we’re looking at around £1200 in total.
I’d say it’s a good deal but you gotta be careful. If you’re dealing with some unknown seller, you might end up scammed or with a faulty unit. Unless it’s from Bitmain directly, it’s a risk.
Considering it’s through Amazon marketplace, there’s some buyer guarantee there. Canaan could be a decent choice too, but even their discounts don’t beat Bitmain's prices.
Did you actually check the Canaan prices? If you’re looking at Bitmain and Canaan directly, there’s a big price gap! Unless you’re checking random 3rd party stores like Amazon.
Canaan units are less efficient and pricier. For instance, Bitmain S19 Pro is around $1950 for 100T at 2950W while Avalon A1246 is $1728 for 96T at 3420W. Definitely think Bitmain’s the better option.