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Block Proto Rig

Hashrate 819.0 TH/s Power 12,000 W Efficiency 14.7 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Hashrate 498.0 TH/s Power 6,723 W Efficiency 13.5 J/TH

Block Proto Rig vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

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

Specifications Comparison

Block Proto Rig Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S
819.0 TH/s Hashrate 498.0 TH/s
12,000 W Power Consumption 6,723 W
14.7 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
80 dB Noise Level 75 dB
— Weight 18.0 kg
40,944 BTU/hr BTU Output 22,939 BTU/hr
— Home Mining Score 30/100
— Release Year —
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
Block Inc Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Block Proto Rig

Daily Revenue 0.00037049 BTC $26.35
Daily Electricity -$28.80
Daily Profit -$2.45
Monthly -$73.46
Yearly -$893.71

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Daily Revenue 0.00022528 BTC $16.02
Daily Electricity -$16.14
Daily Profit -$0.11
Monthly -$3.36
Yearly -$40.87

Based on BTC price of $71,126 and current network difficulty as of Apr 9, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S wins on 4 of 5 factors (efficiency, power consumption, home mining score, noise level). The Block Proto Rig holds the edge in hashrate. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S — wins on 4 of 5 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Score: 30/100. 75 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

13.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Block Proto Rig or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S is more profitable at $-0.11/day compared to $-2.45/day for the Block Proto Rig. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Block Proto Rig or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Block Proto Rig at 80 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the Block Proto Rig or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S scores 30/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 0/100 for the Block Proto Rig). 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 Block Proto Rig and MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The Block Proto Rig runs at 14.7 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 1.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.

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