Antminer S17 Pro vs GMO miner B2
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17 Pro | Specification | GMO miner B2 |
|---|---|---|
| 56.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 24.0 TH/s |
| 2,212 W | Power Consumption | 1,950 W |
| 39.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 81.3 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | — |
| 7,547 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 6,653 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 28/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | GMO miner |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S17 Pro
GMO miner B2
Based on BTC price of $78,153 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Based on our multi-factor analysis, the Antminer S17 Pro wins on 4 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). Where it pulls away hardest is 133% more hashrate (56.0 vs 24.0 TH/s). That said, the GMO miner B2 isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer S17 Pro and GMO miner B2 actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer S17 Pro 133% more hashrate (56.0 vs 24.0 TH/s)
- GMO miner B2 12% better power draw (2,212 vs 1,950 W)
- Antminer S17 Pro 51% better efficiency (39.5 vs 81.3 J/TH)
- Antminer S17 Pro 13% more heat output (7,547 vs 6,653 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17 Pro 200% more home mining score (84.0 vs 28.0)
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 GMO miner B2?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S17 Pro is more profitable at $-3.29/day compared to $-3.82/day for the GMO miner B2. 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 GMO miner B2?
The Antminer S17 Pro is quieter at 75 dB compared to the GMO miner B2 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer S17 Pro or the GMO miner B2?
The Antminer S17 Pro scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the GMO miner B2). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Antminer S17 Pro vs GMO miner B2: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S17 Pro runs at 39.5 J/TH while the GMO miner B2 runs at 81.3 J/TH — a difference of 41.8 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 51% better efficiency (39.5 vs 81.3 J/TH).