Antminer S17 Pro vs MicroBT Whatsminer M21S
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17 Pro | Specification | MicroBT Whatsminer M21S |
|---|---|---|
| 56.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 56.0 TH/s |
| 2,212 W | Consommation électrique | 3,360 W |
| 39.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 60.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | — |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 12,500.0 kg |
| 7,547 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 Pro
MicroBT Whatsminer M21S
Based on BTC price of $78,184 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Antminer S17 Pro, which leads on 4 of 4 weighted factors (efficacité, consommation électrique, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). The standout gap is 34% better efficacité (39.5 vs 60.0 J/TH) in the Antminer S17 Pro's favour. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer S17 Pro and MicroBT Whatsminer M21S diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Antminer S17 Pro 34% better power draw (2,212 vs 3,360 W)
- Antminer S17 Pro 34% better efficacité (39.5 vs 60.0 J/TH)
- Antminer S17 Pro 100% better weight (9.5 vs 12,500.0 kg)
- MicroBT Whatsminer M21S 52% more heat output (7,547 vs 11,464 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17 Pro 282% more score de minage domestique (84.0 vs 22.0)
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 Pro | Metric | MicroBT Whatsminer M21S |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $650 |
| -$3.29 | Daily net profit | -$6.05 |
| -$1,202 | Net after 1 year | -$2,858 |
| -$2,405 | Net after 2 years | -$5,066 |
| -$3,607 | Net after 3 years | -$7,274 |
| — | 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 ProScore: 84/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer S17 Pro39.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer S17 Pro or the MicroBT Whatsminer M21S?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S17 Pro is more profitable at $-3.29/day compared to $-6.05/day for the MicroBT Whatsminer M21S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer S17 Pro or MicroBT Whatsminer M21S?
The Antminer S17 Pro is quieter at 75 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer M21S at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Antminer S17 Pro vs MicroBT Whatsminer M21S: which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer S17 Pro scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M21S). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer S17 Pro vs MicroBT Whatsminer M21S: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S17 Pro runs at 39.5 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M21S runs at 60.0 J/TH — a difference of 20.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 34% better efficacité (39.5 vs 60.0 J/TH).