Antminer KS3 vs Antminer S17+
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Quick verdict
For most buyers the Antminer S17+ is the stronger pick — it leads on 3 of 3 head-to-head factors. The Antminer KS3 runs 9.4 TH/s; the Antminer S17+ runs 73.0 TH/s.
Specs verified against the D-Central Mining Bible \xc2\xb7 June 2026
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer KS3 | Specification | Antminer S17+ |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 73.0 TH/s |
| 3,500 W | Consommation électrique | 2,920 W |
| 372.3 J/TH | Efficiency | 40.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 16.1 kg | Weight | 9.5 kg |
| 11,942 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 9,963 BTU/hr |
| 8/100 | Home Mining Score | 8/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| KHeavyHash | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer KS3
Antminer S17+
Based on BTC price of $60,447 and current network difficulty as of Jun 27, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Selon notre analyse multifactorielle, le Antminer S17+ l'emporte sur 3 des 3 facteurs (efficacité, hashrate, consommation électrique). Where it pulls away hardest is 89% better efficacité (372.3 vs 40.0 J/TH). The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer KS3 and Antminer S17+ diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Antminer S17+ 677% more hashrate (9.4 vs 73.0 TH/s)
- Antminer S17+ 17% better power draw (3,500 vs 2,920 W)
- Antminer S17+ 89% better efficacité (372.3 vs 40.0 J/TH)
- Antminer S17+ 41% better weight (16.1 vs 9.5 kg)
- Antminer KS3 20% more heat output (11,942 vs 9,963 BTU/hr)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Sticker price versus what the miner actually earns back: the table below projects cumulative net profit at a $0.10/kWh electricity rate.
| Antminer KS3 | Metric | Antminer S17+ |
|---|---|---|
| $8,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | — |
| -$8.13 | Daily net profit | -$4.94 |
| -$10,969 | Net after 1 year | -$1,802 |
| -$13,937 | Net after 2 years | -$3,603 |
| -$16,906 | Net after 3 years | -$5,405 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | — |
Projections assume continuous operation, a flat $0.10/kWh rate, and no hardware degradation, pool fees, or BTC price change. Real-world ROI varies.
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
TieBoth miners are equally suitable for home use.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer S17+40.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Foire aux questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer KS3 or the Antminer S17+?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S17+ is more profitable at $-4.94/day compared to $-8.13/day for the Antminer KS3. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Antminer KS3 vs Antminer S17+: which runs at a lower noise level?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer KS3 or Antminer S17+?
Both miners score similarly on our Home Mining Score. Consider your specific constraints (noise tolerance, available power, heat needs) to decide.
How far apart are the Antminer KS3 and Antminer S17+ on J/TH?
The Antminer KS3 runs at 372.3 J/TH while the Antminer S17+ runs at 40.0 J/TH — a difference of 332.3 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 89% better efficacité (372.3 vs 40.0 J/TH).