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Bitaxe Ultra

Bitaxe Ultra

Hashrate 500.0 GH/s Power 15 W Efficiency 30.0 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

Hashrate 570.0 TH/s Power 7,125 W Efficiency 12.5 J/TH

Bitaxe Ultra vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

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

Specifications Comparison

Bitaxe Ultra Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+
500.0 GH/s Hashrate 570.0 TH/s
15 W Power Consumption 7,125 W
30.0 J/TH Efficiency 12.5 J/TH
35 dB Noise Level 75 dB
0.3 kg Weight 29.5 kg
51 BTU/hr BTU Output 24,311 BTU/hr
70/100 Home Mining Score 30/100
Release Year
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
D-Central Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Bitaxe Ultra

Daily Revenue 0.00000023 BTC $0.02
Daily Electricity -$0.04
Daily Profit -$0.02
Monthly -$0.55
Yearly -$6.65

MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

Daily Revenue 0.00026426 BTC $20.27
Daily Electricity -$17.10
Daily Profit $3.17
Monthly $95.23
Yearly $1,158.59

Based on BTC price of $76,720 and current network difficulty as of Apr 28, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ wins on 2 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate). The Bitaxe Ultra holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score and noise level. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ — wins on 3 of 5 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

$3.19/day higher profit at current rates.

Best for Home Mining

Bitaxe Ultra

Score: 70/100. 35 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

12.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bitaxe Ultra or MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ is more profitable at $3.17/day compared to $-0.02/day for the Bitaxe Ultra. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Bitaxe Ultra or MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+?

The Bitaxe Ultra is quieter at 35 dB compared to the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the Bitaxe Ultra or MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+?

The Bitaxe Ultra scores 70/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+). 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 Bitaxe Ultra and MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+?

The Bitaxe Ultra runs at 30.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ runs at 12.5 J/TH — a difference of 17.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.