Antminer S17+ vs MicroBT Whatsminer M20S
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17+ | Specification | MicroBT Whatsminer M20S |
|---|---|---|
| 73.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 68.0 TH/s |
| 2,920 W | Consommation électrique | 3,360 W |
| 40.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 49.4 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 12,500.0 kg |
| 9,963 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,464 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S17+
MicroBT Whatsminer M20S
Based on BTC price of $78,200 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Antminer S17+ comes out ahead — it takes 5 of 5 (efficacité, hashrate, consommation électrique, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). Where it pulls away hardest is 19% better efficacité (40.0 vs 49.4 J/TH). The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Antminer S17+ and MicroBT Whatsminer M20S sit on each measurable spec:
- Antminer S17+ 7% more hashrate (73.0 vs 68.0 TH/s)
- Antminer S17+ 13% better power draw (2,920 vs 3,360 W)
- Antminer S17+ 19% better efficacité (40.0 vs 49.4 J/TH)
- Antminer S17+ 100% better weight (9.5 vs 12,500.0 kg)
- MicroBT Whatsminer M20S 15% more heat output (9,963 vs 11,464 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17+ 282% more score de minage domestique (84.0 vs 22.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Hardware cost is only half the story — here is how each miner's upfront price plays out against cumulative profit at a $0.10/kWh rate.
| Antminer S17+ | Metric | MicroBT Whatsminer M20S |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $66 |
| -$4.38 | Daily net profit | -$5.62 |
| -$1,599 | Net after 1 year | -$2,116 |
| -$3,198 | Net after 2 years | -$4,166 |
| -$4,797 | Net after 3 years | -$6,217 |
| — | 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
Is the Antminer S17+ or MicroBT Whatsminer M20S more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S17+ is more profitable at $-4.38/day compared to $-5.62/day for the MicroBT Whatsminer M20S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Antminer S17+ or the MicroBT Whatsminer M20S better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The Antminer S17+ is quieter at 75 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer M20S at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer S17+ or the MicroBT Whatsminer M20S?
The Antminer S17+ scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M20S). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer S17+ vs MicroBT Whatsminer M20S: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S17+ runs at 40.0 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M20S runs at 49.4 J/TH — a difference of 9.4 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 19% better efficacité (40.0 vs 49.4 J/TH).