MicroBT Whatsminer M21 vs Whatsminer M60
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| MicroBT Whatsminer M21 | Specification | Whatsminer M60 |
|---|---|---|
| 31.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 170.0 TH/s |
| 1,860 W | Consommation électrique | 3,383 W |
| 60.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 19.9 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 7,150.0 kg | Weight | 13.5 kg |
| 6,346 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,543 BTU/hr |
| 28/100 | Home Mining Score | 36/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| MicroBT | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
MicroBT Whatsminer M21
Whatsminer M60
Based on BTC price of $78,194 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Whatsminer M60 edges it: 4 of 5 factors go its way (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore). The standout gap is 448% more hashrate (31.0 vs 170.0 TH/s) in the Whatsminer M60's favour. The MicroBT Whatsminer M21 holds the edge in consommation électrique. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The MicroBT Whatsminer M21 and Whatsminer M60 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Whatsminer M60 448% more hashrate (31.0 vs 170.0 TH/s)
- MicroBT Whatsminer M21 45% better power draw (1,860 vs 3,383 W)
- Whatsminer M60 67% better efficacité (60.0 vs 19.9 J/TH)
- Whatsminer M60 100% better weight (7,150.0 vs 13.5 kg)
- Whatsminer M60 82% more heat output (6,346 vs 11,543 BTU/hr)
- Whatsminer M60 29% more score de minage domestique (28.0 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.
| MicroBT Whatsminer M21 | Metric | Whatsminer M60 |
|---|---|---|
| — | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $4,800 |
| -$3.35 | Daily net profit | -$2.00 |
| -$1,222 | Net after 1 year | -$5,531 |
| -$2,444 | Net after 2 years | -$6,261 |
| -$3,667 | Net after 3 years | -$6,992 |
| — | 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 M60Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Whatsminer M6019.9 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
MicroBT Whatsminer M21 vs Whatsminer M60: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Whatsminer M60 is more profitable at $-2.00/day compared to $-3.35/day for the MicroBT Whatsminer M21. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the MicroBT Whatsminer M21 or Whatsminer M60?
The Whatsminer M60 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer M21 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the MicroBT Whatsminer M21 or Whatsminer M60?
The Whatsminer M60 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M21). 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 M21 and Whatsminer M60 on J/TH?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M21 runs at 60.0 J/TH while the Whatsminer M60 runs at 19.9 J/TH — a difference of 40.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 67% better efficacité (60.0 vs 19.9 J/TH).