MicroBT Whatsminer D1 vs Whatsminer M63S+
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| MicroBT Whatsminer D1 | Specification | Whatsminer M63S+ |
|---|---|---|
| 48.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 450.0 TH/s |
| 2,200 W | Consommation électrique | 7,650 W |
| 45.8 J/TH | Efficiency | 17.0 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | 50 dB |
| 8,500.0 kg | Weight | 27.5 kg |
| 7,506 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 26,102 BTU/hr |
| 26/100 | Home Mining Score | 44/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| Blake256r14 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| MicroBT | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
MicroBT Whatsminer D1
Whatsminer M63S+
Based on BTC price of $78,143 and current network difficulty as of May 17, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Whatsminer M63S+, which leads on 4 of 5 weighted factors (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). Where it pulls away hardest is 838% more hashrate (48.0 vs 450.0 TH/s). The MicroBT Whatsminer D1 claws back ground on consommation électrique. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the MicroBT Whatsminer D1 and Whatsminer M63S+ sit on each measurable spec:
- Whatsminer M63S+ 838% more hashrate (48.0 vs 450.0 TH/s)
- MicroBT Whatsminer D1 71% better power draw (2,200 vs 7,650 W)
- Whatsminer M63S+ 63% better efficacité (45.8 vs 17.0 J/TH)
- Whatsminer M63S+ 100% better weight (8,500.0 vs 27.5 kg)
- Whatsminer M63S+ 248% more heat output (7,506 vs 26,102 BTU/hr)
- Whatsminer M63S+ 69% more score de minage domestique (26.0 vs 44.0)
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.
| MicroBT Whatsminer D1 | Metric | Whatsminer M63S+ |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $14,000 |
| -$3.55 | Daily net profit | -$2.18 |
| -$1,297 | Net after 1 year | -$14,795 |
| -$2,594 | Net after 2 years | -$15,590 |
| -$3,892 | Net after 3 years | -$16,385 |
| — | 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
Whatsminer M63S+Score: 44/100. 50 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Whatsminer M63S+17.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MicroBT Whatsminer D1 or Whatsminer M63S+ more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Whatsminer M63S+ is more profitable at $-2.18/day compared to $-3.55/day for the MicroBT Whatsminer D1. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
MicroBT Whatsminer D1 vs Whatsminer M63S+: which runs at a lower noise level?
The Whatsminer M63S+ is quieter at 50 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer D1 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the MicroBT Whatsminer D1 or the Whatsminer M63S+?
The Whatsminer M63S+ scores 44/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 26/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer D1). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the MicroBT Whatsminer D1 and Whatsminer M63S+ on J/TH?
The MicroBT Whatsminer D1 runs at 45.8 J/TH while the Whatsminer M63S+ runs at 17.0 J/TH — a difference of 28.8 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 63% better efficacité (45.8 vs 17.0 J/TH).