Antminer S17+ vs Whatsminer M60
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17+ | Specification | Whatsminer M60 |
|---|---|---|
| 73.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 170.0 TH/s |
| 2,920 W | Consommation électrique | 3,383 W |
| 40.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 19.9 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 13.5 kg |
| 9,963 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,543 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S17+
Whatsminer M60
Based on BTC price of $78,190 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Whatsminer M60 comes out ahead — it takes 2 of 4 (efficacité, hashrate). Where it pulls away hardest is 133% more hashrate (73.0 vs 170.0 TH/s). The Antminer S17+ claws back ground on consommation électrique and score de minage domestique. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer S17+ and Whatsminer M60 actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Whatsminer M60 133% more hashrate (73.0 vs 170.0 TH/s)
- Antminer S17+ 14% better power draw (2,920 vs 3,383 W)
- Whatsminer M60 50% better efficacité (40.0 vs 19.9 J/TH)
- Antminer S17+ 30% better weight (9.5 vs 13.5 kg)
- Whatsminer M60 16% more heat output (9,963 vs 11,543 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17+ 133% more score de minage domestique (84.0 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.
| Antminer S17+ | Metric | Whatsminer M60 |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $4,800 |
| -$4.38 | Daily net profit | -$2.00 |
| -$1,599 | Net after 1 year | -$5,531 |
| -$3,198 | Net after 2 years | -$6,262 |
| -$4,798 | Net after 3 years | -$6,993 |
| — | 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
Whatsminer M6019.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer S17+ or the Whatsminer M60?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Whatsminer M60 is more profitable at $-2.00/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.
Is the Antminer S17+ or the Whatsminer M60 better for noise-sensitive spaces?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Antminer S17+ vs Whatsminer M60: which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer S17+ scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Whatsminer M60). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
What is the efficiency difference between Antminer S17+ and Whatsminer M60?
The Antminer S17+ runs at 40.0 J/TH while the Whatsminer M60 runs at 19.9 J/TH — a difference of 20.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 50% better efficacité (40.0 vs 19.9 J/TH).