Antminer S17 vs NerdNOS
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Quick verdict
For most buyers the NerdNOS is the stronger pick — it leads on 4 of 5 head-to-head factors. The Antminer S17 runs 56.0 TH/s at 45 J/TH; the NerdNOS runs 500.0 GH/s at 24 J/TH.
Specs verified against the D-Central Mining Bible \xc2\xb7 June 2026
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17 | Specification | NerdNOS |
|---|---|---|
| 56.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 500.0 GH/s |
| 2,520 W | Consommation électrique | 12 W |
| 45.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 24.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 30 dB |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 0.2 kg |
| 8,598 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 41 BTU/hr |
| 8/100 | Home Mining Score | 100/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | NerdNOS |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S17
NerdNOS
Based on BTC price of $60,733 and current network difficulty as of Jun 27, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the NerdNOS comes out ahead — it takes 4 of 5 (efficacité, consommation électrique, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). The standout gap is 100% better power draw (2,520.0 vs 12.0 W) in the NerdNOS's favour. That said, the Antminer S17 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins hashrate. Cross-check the spec deltas and operating-cost table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer S17 and NerdNOS actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer S17 11100% more hashrate (56.0 vs 0.5 TH/s)
- NerdNOS 100% better power draw (2,520.0 vs 12.0 W)
- NerdNOS 47% better efficacité (45.0 vs 24.0 J/TH)
- NerdNOS 60% better noise (75.0 vs 30.0 dB)
- NerdNOS 98% better weight (9.5 vs 0.2 kg)
- Antminer S17 20922% more heat output (8,598.2 vs 40.9 BTU/hr)
- NerdNOS 1150% more score de minage domestique (8.0 vs 100.0)
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 | NerdNOS |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $59 |
| -$4.45 | Daily net profit | -$0.01 |
| -$1,625 | Net after 1 year | -$64 |
| -$3,249 | Net after 2 years | -$70 |
| -$4,874 | Net after 3 years | -$75 |
| — | 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
NerdNOSScore: 100/100. 30 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
NerdNOS24.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Foire aux questions
Antminer S17 vs NerdNOS: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the NerdNOS is more profitable at $-0.01/day compared to $-4.45/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 NerdNOS better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The NerdNOS is quieter at 30 dB compared to the Antminer S17 at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer S17 or NerdNOS?
The NerdNOS scores 100/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 8/100 for the Antminer S17). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer S17 vs NerdNOS: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S17 runs at 45.0 J/TH while the NerdNOS runs at 24.0 J/TH — a difference of 21.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 47% better efficacité (45.0 vs 24.0 J/TH).