NerdNOS vs Whatsminer M50S+
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| NerdNOS | Specification | Whatsminer M50S+ |
|---|---|---|
| 500.0 GH/s | Taux de hachage | 138.0 TH/s |
| 12 W | Consommation électrique | 3,276 W |
| 24.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 23.7 J/TH |
| 30 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 0.2 kg | Weight | 13.0 kg |
| 41 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,178 BTU/hr |
| 70/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| D-Central | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
NerdNOS
Whatsminer M50S+
Based on BTC price of $75,244 and current network difficulty as of May 27, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Whatsminer M50S+, which leads on 3 of 6 weighted factors (efficacité, hashrate, rapport qualité-prix). The standout gap is 27500% more hashrate (0.5 vs 138.0 TH/s) in the Whatsminer M50S+'s favour. That said, the NerdNOS isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins consommation électrique and score de minage domestique and niveau sonore. Cross-check the spec deltas and operating-cost table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the NerdNOS and Whatsminer M50S+ sit on each measurable spec:
- Whatsminer M50S+ 27500% more hashrate (0.5 vs 138.0 TH/s)
- NerdNOS 100% better power draw (12.0 vs 3,276.0 W)
- Whatsminer M50S+ 1% better efficacité (24.0 vs 23.7 J/TH)
- NerdNOS 60% better noise (30.0 vs 75.0 dB)
- NerdNOS 99% better weight (0.2 vs 13.0 kg)
- Whatsminer M50S+ 27229% more heat output (40.9 vs 11,177.7 BTU/hr)
- NerdNOS 94% more score de minage domestique (70.0 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.
| NerdNOS | Metric | Whatsminer M50S+ |
|---|---|---|
| $59 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $3,500 |
| -$0.01 | Daily net profit | -$3.08 |
| -$63 | Net after 1 year | -$4,626 |
| -$67 | Net after 2 years | -$5,751 |
| -$72 | Net after 3 years | -$6,877 |
| 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
NerdNOSScore: 70/100. 30 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Whatsminer M50S+23.7 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the NerdNOS or the Whatsminer M50S+?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the NerdNOS is more profitable at $-0.01/day compared to $-3.08/day for the Whatsminer M50S+. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the NerdNOS or Whatsminer M50S+?
The NerdNOS is quieter at 30 dB compared to the Whatsminer M50S+ at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
NerdNOS vs Whatsminer M50S+: which fits a residential setup better?
The NerdNOS scores 70/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the Whatsminer M50S+). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the NerdNOS and Whatsminer M50S+ on J/TH?
The NerdNOS runs at 24.0 J/TH while the Whatsminer M50S+ runs at 23.7 J/TH — a difference of 0.3 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 1% better efficacité (24.0 vs 23.7 J/TH).