Antminer S19j Pro+ vs MicroBT Whatsminer M61
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S19j Pro+ | Specification | MicroBT Whatsminer M61 |
|---|---|---|
| 117.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 200.0 TH/s |
| 3,355 W | Consommation électrique | 3,980 W |
| 28.7 J/TH | Efficiency | 19.9 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 13.6 kg | Weight | 13.5 kg |
| 11,447 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 13,580 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S19j Pro+
MicroBT Whatsminer M61
Based on BTC price of $78,208 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Selon notre analyse multifactorielle, le MicroBT Whatsminer M61 l'emporte sur 3 des 5 facteurs (efficacité, hashrate, rapport qualité-prix). The standout gap is 71% more hashrate (117 vs 200 TH/s) in the MicroBT Whatsminer M61's favour. The Antminer S19j Pro+ claws back ground on consommation électrique and score de minage domestique. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer S19j Pro+ and MicroBT Whatsminer M61 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- MicroBT Whatsminer M61 71% more hashrate (117 vs 200 TH/s)
- Antminer S19j Pro+ 16% better power draw (3,355 vs 3,980 W)
- MicroBT Whatsminer M61 31% better efficacité (28.7 vs 19.9 J/TH)
- MicroBT Whatsminer M61 1% better weight (13.6 vs 13.5 kg)
- MicroBT Whatsminer M61 19% more heat output (11,447 vs 13,580 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S19j Pro+ 180% more score de minage domestique (84.0 vs 30.0)
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 S19j Pro+ | Metric | MicroBT Whatsminer M61 |
|---|---|---|
| $3,200 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $2,200 |
| -$3.84 | Daily net profit | -$2.35 |
| -$4,602 | Net after 1 year | -$3,059 |
| -$6,004 | Net after 2 years | -$3,918 |
| -$7,406 | Net after 3 years | -$4,778 |
| 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 S19j Pro+Score: 84/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
MicroBT Whatsminer M6119.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer S19j Pro+ or the MicroBT Whatsminer M61?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT Whatsminer M61 is more profitable at $-2.35/day compared to $-3.84/day for the Antminer S19j Pro+. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Antminer S19j Pro+ vs MicroBT Whatsminer M61: which runs at a lower noise level?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Antminer S19j Pro+ vs MicroBT Whatsminer M61: which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer S19j Pro+ scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M61). 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 S19j Pro+ and MicroBT Whatsminer M61?
The Antminer S19j Pro+ runs at 28.7 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M61 runs at 19.9 J/TH — a difference of 8.8 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 31% better efficacité (28.7 vs 19.9 J/TH).