Antminer S17 Pro vs Antminer S9j
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17 Pro | Specification | Antminer S9j |
|---|---|---|
| 56.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 14.5 TH/s |
| 2,212 W | Power Consumption | 1,350 W |
| 39.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 93.1 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | 76 dB |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 4.2 kg |
| 7,547 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 4,606 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 83/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S17 Pro
Antminer S9j
Based on BTC price of $78,274 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Antminer S17 Pro, which leads on 4 of 5 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 286% more hashrate (56.0 vs 14.5 TH/s) in the Antminer S17 Pro's favour. The Antminer S9j holds the edge in power consumption. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Antminer S17 Pro and Antminer S9j sit on each measurable spec:
- Antminer S17 Pro 286% more hashrate (56.0 vs 14.5 TH/s)
- Antminer S9j 39% better power draw (2,212 vs 1,350 W)
- Antminer S17 Pro 58% better efficiency (39.5 vs 93.1 J/TH)
- Antminer S17 Pro 1% better noise (75.0 vs 76.0 dB)
- Antminer S9j 56% better weight (9.5 vs 4.2 kg)
- Antminer S17 Pro 64% more heat output (7,547 vs 4,606 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17 Pro 1% more home mining score (84.0 vs 83.0)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Antminer S17 ProScore: 84/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer S17 Pro39.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which makes more money, the Antminer S17 Pro or the Antminer S9j?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S9j is more profitable at $-2.72/day compared to $-3.29/day for the Antminer S17 Pro. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer S17 Pro or Antminer S9j?
The Antminer S17 Pro is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Antminer S9j at 76 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Antminer S17 Pro vs Antminer S9j: which fits a residential setup better?
The Antminer S17 Pro scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 83/100 for the Antminer S9j). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer S17 Pro vs Antminer S9j: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S17 Pro runs at 39.5 J/TH while the Antminer S9j runs at 93.1 J/TH — a difference of 53.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 58% better efficiency (39.5 vs 93.1 J/TH).