Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer D9 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,770.0 GH/s | Hashrate | 64.0 TH/s |
| 2,839 W | Power Consumption | 2,880 W |
| 1,604.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 45.0 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 16.1 kg | Weight | 10,500.0 kg |
| 9,687 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 9,827 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| X11 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer D9
Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th)
Based on BTC price of $79,027 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Run the numbers across every spec and the Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) edges it: 3 of 6 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). The standout gap is 3516% more hashrate (1.8 vs 64.0 TH/s) in the Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th)'s favour. The Antminer D9 holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score and noise level. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer D9 and Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) 3516% more hashrate (1.8 vs 64.0 TH/s)
- Antminer D9 1% better power draw (2,839 vs 2,880 W)
- Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) 97% better efficiency (1,604.0 vs 45.0 J/TH)
- Antminer D9 100% better weight (16.1 vs 10,500.0 kg)
- Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) 1% more heat output (9,687 vs 9,827 BTU/hr)
- Antminer D9 64% more home mining score (36.0 vs 22.0)
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.
| Antminer D9 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $5,149 |
| -$6.75 | Daily net profit | -$4.58 |
| -$5,463 | Net after 1 year | -$6,822 |
| -$7,927 | Net after 2 years | -$8,496 |
| -$10,390 | Net after 3 years | -$10,169 |
| 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
Antminer D9Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th)45.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer D9 or the Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th)?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) is more profitable at $-4.58/day compared to $-6.75/day for the Antminer D9. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th): which runs at a lower noise level?
The Antminer D9 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th): which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer D9 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th): how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer D9 runs at 1,604.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer S17e (64Th) runs at 45.0 J/TH — a difference of 1,559.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 97% better efficiency (1,604.0 vs 45.0 J/TH).