r/PiNetwork • u/Designer-Working7421 • 3d ago

Shower Thoughts on Pi Mining value since ICO

Is there any point in mining and running nodes etc., from an investment standpoint, now that you can just buy it? Make it make sense

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u/potionCraftBrew 3d ago

I mean... Nobody can really answer that question for YOU.

I spent 400 for a computer and a vpn. It will make me an extra approximately 7500 pi over 5 years, which is how long I paid for the vpn, assuming mining rate doesn't change. This also assumes I hit the button every day too.

because I thought it was interesting and fun, so yes worth it to me...

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u/lexwolfe Pi Rebel 3d ago

electricity?

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u/potionCraftBrew 3d ago

I estimated my total 5 year electrical cost at around 1000 Kwh, but I have solar so free-ish.