Antminer S17 vs GMO miner B3
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer S17 | Specification | GMO miner B3 |
|---|---|---|
| 56.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 33.0 TH/s |
| 2,520 W | Power Consumption | 3,417 W |
| 45.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 103.6 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 5,000.0 kg |
| 8,598 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
GMO miner B3
Based on BTC price of $79,032 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Antminer S17, which leads on 5 of 5 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, power consumption, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 57% better efficiency (45.0 vs 103.6 J/TH) in the Antminer S17's favour. Cross-check the spec deltas and ROI table above against your own electricity rate before deciding.
Spec Deltas
The Antminer S17 and GMO miner B3 diverge on the metrics below — each gap expressed as a real percentage, not a vague "better":
- Antminer S17 70% more hashrate (56.0 vs 33.0 TH/s)
- Antminer S17 26% better power draw (2,520 vs 3,417 W)
- Antminer S17 57% better efficiency (45.0 vs 103.6 J/TH)
- Antminer S17 100% better weight (9.5 vs 5,000.0 kg)
- GMO miner B3 36% more heat output (8,598 vs 11,659 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S17 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 S17Score: 84/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer S1745.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Antminer S17 or GMO miner B3 more profitable?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer S17 is more profitable at $-4.01/day compared to $-7.00/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 or the GMO miner B3 better for noise-sensitive spaces?
The Antminer S17 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 or GMO miner B3?
The Antminer S17 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 vs GMO miner B3: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Antminer S17 runs at 45.0 J/TH while the GMO miner B3 runs at 103.6 J/TH — a difference of 58.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 57% better efficiency (45.0 vs 103.6 J/TH).