Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th)

Hashrate 73.0 TH/s Power 2,920 W Efficiency 40.0 J/TH

MicroBT Whatsminer M32S

Hashrate 66.0 TH/s Power 3,432 W Efficiency 52.0 J/TH

Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) vs MicroBT Whatsminer M32S

Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.

Specifications Comparison

Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th)	Specification	MicroBT Whatsminer M32S
73.0 TH/s	Hashrate	66.0 TH/s
2,920 W	Power Consumption	3,432 W
40.0 J/TH	Efficiency	52.0 J/TH
—	Noise Level	—
11,000.0 kg	Weight	—
9,963 BTU/hr	BTU Output	11,710 BTU/hr
22/100	Home Mining Score	22/100
—	Release Year	—
SHA-256	Algorithm	SHA-256
Bitmain	Manufacturer	MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

Electricity Rate:

$/kWh

Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th)

Daily Revenue 0.00003359 BTC $2.66

Daily Electricity -$7.01

Daily Profit -$4.35

Monthly -$130.51

Yearly -$1,587.85

MicroBT Whatsminer M32S

Daily Revenue 0.00003037 BTC $2.40

Daily Electricity -$8.24

Daily Profit -$5.83

Monthly -$175.02

Yearly -$2,129.38

Based on BTC price of $79,115 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Run the numbers across every spec and the Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) edges it: 4 of 4 factors go its way (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, price-performance). The standout gap is 23% better efficiency (40.0 vs 52.0 J/TH) in the Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th)'s favour. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.

Winner: Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) — wins on 4 of 4 factors

Spec Deltas

The Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) and MicroBT Whatsminer M32S diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":

Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) 11% more hashrate (73.0 vs 66.0 TH/s)
Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) 15% better power draw (2,920 vs 3,432 W)
Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) 23% better efficiency (40.0 vs 52.0 J/TH)
MicroBT Whatsminer M32S 18% more heat output (9,963 vs 11,710 BTU/hr)

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.

Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th)	Metric	MicroBT Whatsminer M32S
$550	Upfront cost (MSRP)	$5,500
-$4.35	Daily net profit	-$5.83
-$2,138	Net after 1 year	-$7,629
-$3,726	Net after 2 years	-$9,759
-$5,314	Net after 3 years	-$11,888
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

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Tie

Both miners are equally suitable for home use.

Best for Efficiency

Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th)

40.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) or MicroBT Whatsminer M32S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) is more profitable at $-4.35/day compared to $-5.83/day for the MicroBT Whatsminer M32S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) or MicroBT Whatsminer M32S?

Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.

For mining at home, should I pick the Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) or the MicroBT Whatsminer M32S?

Both miners score similarly on our Home Mining Score. Consider your specific constraints (noise tolerance, available power, heat needs) to decide.

How far apart are the Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) and MicroBT Whatsminer M32S on J/TH?

The Bitmain Antminer S17+ (73Th) runs at 40.0 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M32S runs at 52.0 J/TH — a difference of 12.0 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 23% better efficiency (40.0 vs 52.0 J/TH).

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