Antminer Slim Edition (S17)

Hashrate 50.0 TH/s Power 2,000 W Efficiency 40.0 J/TH

MicroBT Whatsminer M32S

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

Antminer Slim Edition (S17) vs MicroBT Whatsminer M32S

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

Specifications Comparison

Antminer Slim Edition (S17)	Specification	MicroBT Whatsminer M32S
50.0 TH/s	Hashrate	66.0 TH/s
2,000 W	Power Consumption	3,432 W
40.0 J/TH	Efficiency	52.0 J/TH
70 dB	Noise Level	—
7.5 kg	Weight	—
6,824 BTU/hr	BTU Output	11,710 BTU/hr
42/100	Home Mining Score	22/100
—	Release Year	—
SHA-256	Algorithm	SHA-256
D-Central	Manufacturer	MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

Electricity Rate:

$/kWh

Antminer Slim Edition (S17)

Daily Revenue 0.00002349 BTC $1.56

Daily Electricity -$4.80

Daily Profit -$3.24

Monthly -$97.22

Yearly -$1,182.82

MicroBT Whatsminer M32S

Daily Revenue 0.00003101 BTC $2.06

Daily Electricity -$8.24

Daily Profit -$6.18

Monthly -$185.35

Yearly -$2,255.11

Based on BTC price of $66,377 and current network difficulty as of Mar 29, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the Antminer Slim Edition (S17) wins on 5 of 6 factors (efficiency, power consumption, home mining score, noise level, price-performance). The MicroBT Whatsminer M32S holds the edge in hashrate. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: Antminer Slim Edition (S17) — wins on 5 of 6 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Antminer Slim Edition (S17)

Score: 42/100. 70 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

Antminer Slim Edition (S17)

40.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Antminer Slim Edition (S17) or MicroBT Whatsminer M32S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Antminer Slim Edition (S17) is more profitable at $-3.24/day compared to $-6.18/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 Antminer Slim Edition (S17) or MicroBT Whatsminer M32S?

The Antminer Slim Edition (S17) is quieter at 70 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer M32S at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the Antminer Slim Edition (S17) or MicroBT Whatsminer M32S?

The Antminer Slim Edition (S17) scores 42/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M32S). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.

What is the efficiency difference between Antminer Slim Edition (S17) and MicroBT Whatsminer M32S?

The Antminer Slim Edition (S17) 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.

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