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Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)

Hashrate 137.0 GH/s Power 3 W Efficiency 18.3 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

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

Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

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

Specifications Comparison

Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S
137.0 GH/s Hashrate 498.0 TH/s
3 W Power Consumption 6,723 W
18.3 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
— Noise Level 75 dB
— Weight 18.0 kg
9 BTU/hr BTU Output 22,939 BTU/hr
— Home Mining Score 30/100
— Release Year —
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
Intel Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)

Daily Revenue 0.00000007 BTC $0.01
Daily Electricity -$0.01
Daily Profit -$0.00
Monthly -$0.02
Yearly -$0.27

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Daily Revenue 0.00023632 BTC $19.08
Daily Electricity -$16.14
Daily Profit $2.95
Monthly $88.49
Yearly $1,076.63

Based on BTC price of $80,757 and current network difficulty as of May 10, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S wins on 4 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) holds the edge in power consumption. 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

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

$2.95/day higher profit at current rates.

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 Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) 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 $2.95/day compared to $0.00/day for the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2). Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S scores 30/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 0/100 for the Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2)). 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 Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) and MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The Intel BZM2 (Bonanza Mine 2) runs at 18.3 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 4.8 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.

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