"Hey guys, just got my hands on a fresh batch of S9 ASICs and I'm thinking of joining the mining scene. Has anyone else gotten their S9s and can share some insights on what to expect? Are they worth the hype or is the price a bit steep?"
Honestly, I think the S9 ASICs are worth it for mining specific algo's like SHA-256, but for others like Ethash, they're not as efficient as GPU's. The initial hype might be dying down, but the mining scene is super competitive, so you gotta stay on top of your game (or hardware).
"Yea, just got my hands on some S9 ASICs and I gotta say, the mining performance is fire. Worth the hype? Not really, the price is still a bit steep, but for those who can afford it, it's definitely a good investment. Just make sure you've got a reliable cooling system, 'cause those things can get hot."
"Dude, I think these S9 ASICs are a solid buy, especially if you're looking to get back into mining after the price drop. The fact that they're still compatible with some of the older algorithms and pools makes them a great option for beginners or those on a budget. $200-$300 for a working S9 is a steal, imo."