Antminer S17 Pro vs GMO miner B3
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17 Pro | Specification | GMO miner B3 |
|---|---|---|
| 56.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 33.0 TH/s |
| 2,212 W | Power Consumption | 3,417 W |
| 39.5 J/TH | Efficiency | 103.6 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 5,000.0 kg |
| 7,547 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 11,659 BTU/hr |
| 84/100 | Home Mining Score | 22/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | GMO miner |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer S17 Pro
GMO miner B3
Based on BTC price of $76,882 and current network difficulty as of May 18, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Antminer S17 Pro, which leads on 5 of 5 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 62% better efficiency (39.5 vs 103.6 J/TH) in the Antminer S17 Pro's favour. 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 S17 Pro and GMO miner B3 actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer S17 Pro 70% more hashrate (56.0 vs 33.0 TH/s)
- Antminer S17 Pro 35% better power draw (2,212 vs 3,417 W)
- Antminer S17 Pro 62% better efficiency (39.5 vs 103.6 J/TH)
- Antminer S17 Pro 100% better weight (9.5 vs 5,000.0 kg)
- GMO miner B3 54% more heat output (7,547 vs 11,659 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17 Pro 282% more home mining score (84.0 vs 22.0)
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 B3?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S17 Pro is more profitable at $-3.33/day compared to $-7.03/day for the GMO miner B3. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Is the Antminer S17 Pro or the GMO miner B3 better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The Antminer S17 Pro is quieter at 75 dB compared to the GMO miner B3 at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
Which is better for home mining, the Antminer S17 Pro or GMO miner B3?
The Antminer S17 Pro scores 84/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the GMO miner B3). 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 B3: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S17 Pro runs at 39.5 J/TH while the GMO miner B3 runs at 103.6 J/TH — a difference of 64.1 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 62% better efficiency (39.5 vs 103.6 J/TH).