Antminer S19 Pro vs Whatsminer M56
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S19 Pro | Specification | Whatsminer M56 |
|---|---|---|
| 110.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 194.0 TH/s |
| 3,250 W | Consommation électrique | 5,550 W |
| 29.6 J/TH | Efficiency | 28.6 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 50 dB |
| 14.4 kg | Weight | 13.0 kg |
| 11,089 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 18,937 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 44/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S19 Pro
Whatsminer M56
Based on BTC price of $78,208 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Whatsminer M56 comes out ahead — it takes 3 of 6 (efficacité, hashrate, niveau sonore). Its biggest concrete edge: 76% more hashrate (110 vs 194 TH/s). The Antminer S19 Pro holds the edge in consommation électrique and score de minage domestique and rapport qualité-prix. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Antminer S19 Pro and Whatsminer M56 sit on each measurable spec:
- Whatsminer M56 76% more hashrate (110 vs 194 TH/s)
- Antminer S19 Pro 41% better power draw (3,250 vs 5,550 W)
- Whatsminer M56 3% better efficacité (29.6 vs 28.6 J/TH)
- Whatsminer M56 33% better noise (75.0 vs 50.0 dB)
- Whatsminer M56 10% better weight (14.4 vs 13.0 kg)
- Whatsminer M56 71% more heat output (11,089 vs 18,937 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S19 Pro 91% more score de minage domestique (84.0 vs 44.0)
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 S19 Pro | Metric | Whatsminer M56 |
|---|---|---|
| $2,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $5,000 |
| -$3.84 | Daily net profit | -$6.34 |
| -$3,902 | Net after 1 year | -$7,313 |
| -$5,304 | Net after 2 years | -$9,627 |
| -$6,706 | Net after 3 years | -$11,940 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | 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 S19 ProScore: 84/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Whatsminer M5628.6 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer S19 Pro or Whatsminer M56 more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S19 Pro is more profitable at $-3.84/day compared to $-6.34/day for the Whatsminer M56. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Antminer S19 Pro or the Whatsminer M56 better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The Whatsminer M56 is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Antminer S19 Pro at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer S19 Pro or Whatsminer M56?
The Antminer S19 Pro scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 44/100 for the Whatsminer M56). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer S19 Pro vs Whatsminer M56: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S19 Pro runs at 29.6 J/TH while the Whatsminer M56 runs at 28.6 J/TH — a difference of 0.9 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 3% better efficacité (29.6 vs 28.6 J/TH).