Antminer S17+ vs MicroBT Whatsminer M10
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17+ | Specification | MicroBT Whatsminer M10 |
|---|---|---|
| 73.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 33.0 TH/s |
| 2,920 W | Consommation électrique | 2,145 W |
| 40.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 65.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 8,550.0 kg |
| 9,963 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 7,319 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 26/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S17+
MicroBT Whatsminer M10
Based on BTC price of $78,208 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Antminer S17+, which leads on 4 of 5 weighted factors (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). Its biggest concrete edge: 121% more hashrate (73.0 vs 33.0 TH/s). That said, the MicroBT Whatsminer M10 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins consommation électrique. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Antminer S17+ and MicroBT Whatsminer M10 sit on each measurable spec:
- Antminer S17+ 121% more hashrate (73.0 vs 33.0 TH/s)
- MicroBT Whatsminer M10 27% better power draw (2,920 vs 2,145 W)
- Antminer S17+ 38% better efficacité (40.0 vs 65.0 J/TH)
- Antminer S17+ 100% better weight (9.5 vs 8,550.0 kg)
- Antminer S17+ 36% more heat output (9,963 vs 7,319 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17+ 223% more score de minage domestique (84.0 vs 26.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
A miner pays for itself in profit, not specs. These projections track upfront cost against one, two and three years of net earnings at $0.10/kWh.
| Antminer S17+ | Metric | MicroBT Whatsminer M10 |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $2,500 |
| -$4.38 | Daily net profit | -$3.96 |
| -$1,599 | Net after 1 year | -$3,946 |
| -$3,198 | Net after 2 years | -$5,391 |
| -$4,797 | Net after 3 years | -$6,837 |
| — | 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
Antminer S17+Score: 84/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer S17+40.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Antminer S17+ vs MicroBT Whatsminer M10: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT Whatsminer M10 is more profitable at $-3.96/day compared to $-4.38/day for the Antminer S17+. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer S17+ or MicroBT Whatsminer M10?
The Antminer S17+ is quieter at 75 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer M10 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer S17+ or MicroBT Whatsminer M10?
The Antminer S17+ scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 26/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M10). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer S17+ vs MicroBT Whatsminer M10: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S17+ runs at 40.0 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M10 runs at 65.0 J/TH — a difference of 25.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 38% better efficacité (40.0 vs 65.0 J/TH).