Bitaxe Ultra vs Whatsminer M30S
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitaxe Ultra | Specification | Whatsminer M30S |
|---|---|---|
| 500.0 GH/s | Taux de hachage | 88.0 TH/s |
| 15 W | Consommation électrique | 3,344 W |
| 30.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 38.0 J/TH |
| 35 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 0.3 kg | Weight | 11.5 kg |
| 51 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,410 BTU/hr |
| 70/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| D-Central | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Bitaxe Ultra
Whatsminer M30S
Based on BTC price of $62,527 and current network difficulty as of Jun 4, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Bitaxe Ultra edges it: 4 of 6 factors go its way (efficacité, consommation électrique, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). Its biggest concrete edge: 100% better power draw (15.0 vs 3,344.0 W). The Whatsminer M30S holds the edge in hashrate and rapport qualité-prix. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
The Bitaxe Ultra and Whatsminer M30S diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Whatsminer M30S 17500% more hashrate (0.5 vs 88.0 TH/s)
- Bitaxe Ultra 100% better power draw (15.0 vs 3,344.0 W)
- Bitaxe Ultra 21% better efficacité (30.0 vs 38.0 J/TH)
- Bitaxe Ultra 53% better noise (35.0 vs 75.0 dB)
- Bitaxe Ultra 97% better weight (0.3 vs 11.5 kg)
- Whatsminer M30S 22185% more heat output (51.2 vs 11,409.7 BTU/hr)
- Bitaxe Ultra 94% more score de minage domestique (70.0 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.
| Bitaxe Ultra | Metric | Whatsminer M30S |
|---|---|---|
| $79 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $1,500 |
| -$0.02 | Daily net profit | -$5.54 |
| -$87 | Net after 1 year | -$3,521 |
| -$95 | Net after 2 years | -$5,541 |
| -$103 | Net after 3 years | -$7,562 |
| 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
Bitaxe UltraScore: 70/100. 35 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitaxe Ultra30.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Bitaxe Ultra or the Whatsminer M30S?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitaxe Ultra is more profitable at $-0.02/day compared to $-5.54/day for the Whatsminer M30S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Bitaxe Ultra or Whatsminer M30S?
The Bitaxe Ultra is quieter at 35 dB compared to the Whatsminer M30S at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Bitaxe Ultra or the Whatsminer M30S?
The Bitaxe Ultra scores 70/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Whatsminer M30S). 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 Bitaxe Ultra and Whatsminer M30S?
The Bitaxe Ultra runs at 30.0 J/TH while the Whatsminer M30S runs at 38.0 J/TH — a difference of 8.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 21% better efficacité (30.0 vs 38.0 J/TH).