Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) vs Antminer S17
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) | Specification | Antminer S17 |
|---|---|---|
| 28.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 56.0 TH/s |
| 1,596 W | Power Consumption | 2,520 W |
| 57.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 45.0 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | 75 dB |
| 7,000.0 kg | Weight | 9.5 kg |
| 5,446 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 8,598 BTU/hr |
| 28/100 | Home Mining Score | 84/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th)
Antminer S17
Based on BTC price of $74,772 and current network difficulty as of Mar 17, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
The S15 was Bitmain's first 7nm miner, while the S17 refined the formula with better performance. A comparison of early versus mature 7nm mining.
The S17 delivers better hashrate and efficiency from refined 7nm chip manufacturing. The S15 is a legacy device with limited relevance except at very low prices.
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Antminer S17Score: 84/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer S1745.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are S15 parts still available?
D-Central maintains limited S15 parts inventory. Availability decreases as the model ages further from production.
Is either suitable for home mining?
Both are industrial machines requiring sound dampening for home use. Consider D-Central's Space Heater editions for a purpose-built home mining solution.