Whatsminer M30S vs Whatsminer M60S++
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Whatsminer M30S | Specification | Whatsminer M60S++ |
|---|---|---|
| 88.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 220.0 TH/s |
| 3,344 W | Consommation électrique | 3,960 W |
| 38.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 18.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Niveau de bruit | 75 dB |
| 11.5 kg | Weight | 14.0 kg |
| 11,410 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 13,512 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 30/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| MicroBT | Manufacturer | MicroBT |
Profitability Comparison
Whatsminer M30S
Whatsminer M60S++
Based on BTC price of $78,163 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Whatsminer M60S++ comes out ahead — it takes 2 of 5 (efficacité, hashrate). The standout gap is 150% more hashrate (88.0 vs 220.0 TH/s) in the Whatsminer M60S++'s favour. That said, the Whatsminer M30S isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins consommation électrique and score de minage domestique 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 Whatsminer M30S and Whatsminer M60S++ diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Whatsminer M60S++ 150% more hashrate (88.0 vs 220.0 TH/s)
- Whatsminer M30S 16% better power draw (3,344 vs 3,960 W)
- Whatsminer M60S++ 53% better efficacité (38.0 vs 18.0 J/TH)
- Whatsminer M30S 18% better weight (11.5 vs 14.0 kg)
- Whatsminer M60S++ 18% more heat output (11,410 vs 13,512 BTU/hr)
- Whatsminer M30S 20% more score de minage domestique (36.0 vs 30.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Hardware cost is only half the story — here is how each miner's upfront price plays out against cumulative profit at a $0.10/kWh rate.
| Whatsminer M30S | Metric | Whatsminer M60S++ |
|---|---|---|
| $1,500 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $7,000 |
| -$4.86 | Daily net profit | -$1.59 |
| -$3,274 | Net after 1 year | -$7,581 |
| -$5,048 | Net after 2 years | -$8,161 |
| -$6,822 | Net after 3 years | -$8,742 |
| 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
Whatsminer M30SScore: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Whatsminer M60S++18.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whatsminer M30S vs Whatsminer M60S++: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Whatsminer M60S++ is more profitable at $-1.59/day compared to $-4.86/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 Whatsminer M30S or Whatsminer M60S++?
Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.
Which is better for home mining, the Whatsminer M30S or Whatsminer M60S++?
The Whatsminer M30S scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Whatsminer M60S++). 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 Whatsminer M30S and Whatsminer M60S++?
The Whatsminer M30S runs at 38.0 J/TH while the Whatsminer M60S++ runs at 18.0 J/TH — a difference of 20.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 53% better efficacité (38.0 vs 18.0 J/TH).