Antminer S17 Pro vs Whatsminer M60
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17 Pro | Specification | Whatsminer M60 |
|---|---|---|
| 56.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 170.0 TH/s |
| 2,212 W | Consommation électrique | 3,383 W |
| 39.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 19.9 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 13.5 kg |
| 7,547 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 Pro
Whatsminer M60
Based on BTC price of $63,327 and current network difficulty as of Jun 4, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Whatsminer M60 edges it: 2 of 4 factors go its way (efficacité, hashrate). The standout gap is 204% more hashrate (56.0 vs 170.0 TH/s) in the Whatsminer M60's favour. The Antminer S17 Pro 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
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Antminer S17 Pro and Whatsminer M60 sit on each measurable spec:
- Whatsminer M60 204% more hashrate (56.0 vs 170.0 TH/s)
- Antminer S17 Pro 35% better power draw (2,212 vs 3,383 W)
- Whatsminer M60 50% better efficacité (39.5 vs 19.9 J/TH)
- Antminer S17 Pro 30% better weight (9.5 vs 13.5 kg)
- Whatsminer M60 53% more heat output (7,547 vs 11,543 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17 Pro 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 Pro | Metric | Whatsminer M60 |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $4,800 |
| -$3.70 | Daily net profit | -$3.25 |
| -$1,352 | Net after 1 year | -$5,986 |
| -$2,704 | Net after 2 years | -$7,172 |
| -$4,056 | Net after 3 years | -$8,357 |
| — | 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
Whatsminer M6019.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer S17 Pro or the Whatsminer M60?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Whatsminer M60 is more profitable at $-3.25/day compared to $-3.70/day for the Antminer S17 Pro. 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 Whatsminer M60?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Antminer S17 Pro vs Whatsminer M60: which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer S17 Pro 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.
How far apart are the Antminer S17 Pro and Whatsminer M60 on J/TH?
The Antminer S17 Pro runs at 39.5 J/TH while the Whatsminer M60 runs at 19.9 J/TH — a difference of 19.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 50% better efficacité (39.5 vs 19.9 J/TH).