Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th)

Hashrate 53.0 TH/s Power 2,915 W Efficiency 55.0 J/TH

MicroBT Whatsminer M31S

Hashrate 76.0 TH/s Power 3,220 W Efficiency 42.4 J/TH

Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) vs MicroBT Whatsminer M31S

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

Specifications Comparison

Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th)	Specification	MicroBT Whatsminer M31S
53.0 TH/s	Hashrate	76.0 TH/s
2,915 W	Power Consumption	3,220 W
55.0 J/TH	Efficiency	42.4 J/TH
—	Noise Level	—
—	Weight	12,500.0 kg
9,946 BTU/hr	BTU Output	10,987 BTU/hr
22/100	Home Mining Score	22/100
—	Release Year	—
SHA-256	Algorithm	SHA-256
Bitmain	Manufacturer	MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

Electricity Rate:

$/kWh

Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th)

Daily Revenue 0.00002515 BTC $1.98

Daily Electricity -$7.00

Daily Profit -$5.01

Monthly -$150.34

Yearly -$1,829.18

MicroBT Whatsminer M31S

Daily Revenue 0.00003607 BTC $2.85

Daily Electricity -$7.73

Daily Profit -$4.88

Monthly -$146.47

Yearly -$1,782.02

Based on BTC price of $78,905 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S wins on 3 of 4 factors (efficiency, hashrate, price-performance). The standout gap is 43% more hashrate (53.0 vs 76.0 TH/s) in the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S's favour. The Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) claws back ground on power consumption. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.

Winner: MicroBT Whatsminer M31S — wins on 3 of 4 factors

Spec Deltas

Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) and MicroBT Whatsminer M31S sit on each measurable spec:

MicroBT Whatsminer M31S 43% more hashrate (53.0 vs 76.0 TH/s)
Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) 9% better power draw (2,915 vs 3,220 W)
MicroBT Whatsminer M31S 23% better efficiency (55.0 vs 42.4 J/TH)
MicroBT Whatsminer M31S 10% more heat output (9,946 vs 10,987 BTU/hr)

Cost & ROI Over Time

Sticker price versus what the miner actually earns back: the table below projects cumulative net profit at a $0.10/kWh electricity rate.

Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th)	Metric	MicroBT Whatsminer M31S
$650	Upfront cost (MSRP)	$91
-$5.01	Daily net profit	-$4.88
-$2,479	Net after 1 year	-$1,873
-$4,308	Net after 2 years	-$3,655
-$6,138	Net after 3 years	-$5,437
Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit)	Payback period	Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit)

Projections assume continuous operation, a flat $0.10/kWh rate, and no hardware degradation, pool fees, or BTC price change. Real-world ROI varies.

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Tie

Both miners are equally suitable for home use.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT Whatsminer M31S

42.4 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) vs MicroBT Whatsminer M31S: which one earns more per day?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S is more profitable at $-4.88/day compared to $-5.01/day for the Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) vs MicroBT Whatsminer M31S: which runs at a lower noise level?

Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.

Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) vs MicroBT Whatsminer M31S: which fits a residential setup better?

Both miners score similarly on our Home Mining Score. Consider your specific constraints (noise tolerance, available power, heat needs) to decide.

How far apart are the Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) and MicroBT Whatsminer M31S on J/TH?

The Bitmain Antminer T17e (53Th) runs at 55.0 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S runs at 42.4 J/TH — a difference of 12.6 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 23% better efficiency (55.0 vs 42.4 J/TH).

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