Bitmain Antminer T15 (23Th) vs Antminer T17
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Quick verdict
For most buyers the Antminer T17 is the stronger pick — Better hashrate and efficiency from a refined 7nm chip platform. The Bitmain Antminer T15 (23Th) runs 23.0 TH/s at 67 J/TH; the Antminer T17 runs 40.0 TH/s at 55 J/TH.
Specs verified against the D-Central Mining Bible \xc2\xb7 June 2026
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer T15 (23Th) | Specification | Antminer T17 |
|---|---|---|
| 23.0 TH/s | Hashrate | 40.0 TH/s |
| 1,541 W | Power Consumption | 2,200 W |
| 67.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 55.0 J/TH |
| — | Noise Level | 75 dB |
| 6.6 kg | Weight | 9.5 kg |
| 5,258 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 7,506 BTU/hr |
| 11/100 | Home Mining Score | 11/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer T15 (23Th)
Antminer T17
Based on BTC price of $60,182 and current network difficulty as of Jun 27, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Budget miners from two consecutive generations. The T15 was Bitmain's first affordable 7nm miner, while the T17 improved on the formula.
The T17 outperforms the T15 with better hashrate and efficiency. Both are legacy devices best suited for space heating conversion at current difficulty levels.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Bitmain Antminer T15 (23Th) and Antminer T17 sit on each measurable spec:
- Antminer T17 74% more hashrate (23.0 vs 40.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer T15 (23Th) 30% better power draw (1,541 vs 2,200 W)
- Antminer T17 18% better efficiency (67.0 vs 55.0 J/TH)
- Bitmain Antminer T15 (23Th) 31% better weight (6.6 vs 9.5 kg)
- Antminer T17 43% more heat output (5,258 vs 7,506 BTU/hr)
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
TieBoth miners are equally suitable for home use.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer T1755.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are either of these still profitable?
At current Bitcoin difficulty, neither is profitable at typical electricity rates. Both are primarily valuable for space heating conversion or as learning platforms.
Can D-Central convert these to Space Heaters?
Yes. Both the T15 and T17 can be converted to D-Central Space Heater editions with custom fan tuning and ducting options.