Antminer S9 vs Whatsminer M60S
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S9 | Specification | Whatsminer M60S |
|---|---|---|
| 14.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 186.0 TH/s |
| 1,350 W | Consommation électrique | 3,480 W |
| 96.4 J/TH | Efficiency | 18.7 J/TH |
| 76 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 4.2 kg | Weight | 14.0 kg |
| 4,606 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,874 BTU/hr |
| 83/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S9
Whatsminer M60S
Based on BTC price of $63,875 and current network difficulty as of Jun 4, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Whatsminer M60S, which leads on 3 of 5 weighted factors (efficacité, hashrate, niveau sonore). The standout gap is 1229% more hashrate (14.0 vs 186.0 TH/s) in the Whatsminer M60S's favour. The Antminer S9 holds the edge in consommation électrique and score de minage domestique. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer S9 and Whatsminer M60S diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Whatsminer M60S 1229% more hashrate (14.0 vs 186.0 TH/s)
- Antminer S9 61% better power draw (1,350 vs 3,480 W)
- Whatsminer M60S 81% better efficacité (96.4 vs 18.7 J/TH)
- Whatsminer M60S 1% better noise (76.0 vs 75.0 dB)
- Antminer S9 70% better weight (4.2 vs 14.0 kg)
- Whatsminer M60S 158% more heat output (4,606 vs 11,874 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S9 131% more score de minage domestique (83.0 vs 36.0)
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 S9 | Metric | Whatsminer M60S |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $5,500 |
| -$2.84 | Daily net profit | -$2.98 |
| -$1,035 | Net after 1 year | -$6,587 |
| -$2,070 | Net after 2 years | -$7,673 |
| -$3,105 | Net after 3 years | -$8,760 |
| — | 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 S9Score: 83/100. 76 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Whatsminer M60S18.7 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer S9 or the Whatsminer M60S?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S9 is more profitable at $-2.84/day compared to $-2.98/day for the Whatsminer M60S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Antminer S9 vs Whatsminer M60S: which runs at a lower noise level?
The Whatsminer M60S is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Antminer S9 at 76 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer S9 or Whatsminer M60S?
The Antminer S9 scores 83/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Whatsminer M60S). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer S9 vs Whatsminer M60S: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S9 runs at 96.4 J/TH while the Whatsminer M60S runs at 18.7 J/TH — a difference of 77.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 81% better efficacité (96.4 vs 18.7 J/TH).