Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) vs Whatsminer M50
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) | Specification | Whatsminer M50 |
|---|---|---|
| 28.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 114.0 TH/s |
| 1,596 W | Consommation électrique | 3,306 W |
| 57.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 29.0 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 7.0 kg | Weight | 12.5 kg |
| 5,446 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,280 BTU/hr |
| 28/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th)
Whatsminer M50
Based on BTC price of $63,208 and current network difficulty as of Jun 4, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Selon notre analyse multifactorielle, le Whatsminer M50 l'emporte sur 5 des 6 facteurs (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore, rapport qualité-prix). The standout gap is 307% more hashrate (28.0 vs 114.0 TH/s) in the Whatsminer M50's favour. The Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) claws back ground on consommation électrique. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
The Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) and Whatsminer M50 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Whatsminer M50 307% more hashrate (28.0 vs 114.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) 52% better power draw (1,596 vs 3,306 W)
- Whatsminer M50 49% better efficacité (57.0 vs 29.0 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) 44% better weight (7.0 vs 12.5 kg)
- Whatsminer M50 107% more heat output (5,446 vs 11,280 BTU/hr)
- Whatsminer M50 29% more score de minage domestique (28.0 vs 36.0)
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.
| Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) | Metric | Whatsminer M50 |
|---|---|---|
| $5,599 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $2,600 |
| -$3.03 | Daily net profit | -$4.67 |
| -$6,705 | Net after 1 year | -$4,306 |
| -$7,811 | Net after 2 years | -$6,012 |
| -$8,917 | Net after 3 years | -$7,719 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) |
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
Whatsminer M50Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Whatsminer M5029.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) vs Whatsminer M50: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) is more profitable at $-3.03/day compared to $-4.67/day for the Whatsminer M50. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) or Whatsminer M50?
The Whatsminer M50 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) or the Whatsminer M50?
The Whatsminer M50 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) and Whatsminer M50 on J/TH?
The Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) runs at 57.0 J/TH while the Whatsminer M50 runs at 29.0 J/TH — a difference of 28.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 49% better efficacité (57.0 vs 29.0 J/TH).