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Can you mine crypto with a CPU?
Can you mine crypto with a CPU?
Valentina
Thu Nov 28 2024
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I'm wondering if it's possible to mine cryptocurrency using just a CPU. I've heard of people mining with GPUs and ASICs, but I'm curious if a regular computer processor can also be used for mining.
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DondaejiDelight
Sat Nov 30 2024
Mining cryptocurrency at home using a CPU is indeed feasible with certain coins such as Monero, Zcash, and Byte.
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EnchantedSky
Sat Nov 30 2024
However, it is important to note that this process can be quite slow. The computing power of a CPU is relatively limited when compared to specialized mining hardware.
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ShintoSanctuary
Sat Nov 30 2024
Additionally, the cost of electricity consumption during mining can be a significant factor. In some cases, the electricity bill may even exceed the value of the coins that are mined.
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Arianna
Fri Nov 29 2024
For individuals who are more serious about cryptocurrency mining and looking to increase their hashing power, GPU mining is a viable option.
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CharmedClouds
Fri Nov 29 2024
GPUs, or graphics processing units, are designed for parallel processing and can handle the complex calculations required for mining more efficiently than CPUs.
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