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NerdAxe

NerdAxe

Hashrate 500.0 GH/s Power 12 W Efficiency 24.0 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+

Hashrate 262.0 TH/s Power 3,275 W Efficiency 12.5 J/TH

NerdAxe vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+

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

Specifications Comparison

NerdAxe Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+
500.0 GH/s Hashrate 262.0 TH/s
12 W Power Consumption 3,275 W
24.0 J/TH Efficiency 12.5 J/TH
30 dB Noise Level 75 dB
0.2 kg Weight 13.5 kg
41 BTU/hr BTU Output 11,174 BTU/hr
70/100 Home Mining Score 36/100
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SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
D-Central Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

NerdAxe

Daily Revenue 0.00000023 BTC $0.02
Daily Electricity -$0.03
Daily Profit -$0.01
Monthly -$0.40
Yearly -$4.83

MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+

Daily Revenue 0.00012310 BTC $8.15
Daily Electricity -$7.86
Daily Profit $0.29
Monthly $8.83
Yearly $107.45

Based on BTC price of $66,240 and current network difficulty as of Mar 29, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+ wins on 2 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate). The NerdAxe 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 M70S+ — wins on 3 of 5 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+

$0.31/day higher profit at current rates.

Best for Home Mining

NerdAxe

Score: 70/100. 30 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+

12.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the NerdAxe or MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+ more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+ is more profitable at $0.29/day compared to $-0.01/day for the NerdAxe. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the NerdAxe or MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+?

The NerdAxe is quieter at 30 dB compared to the MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+ at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the NerdAxe or MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+?

The NerdAxe scores 70/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 36/100 for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+). 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 NerdAxe and MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+?

The NerdAxe runs at 24.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M70S+ runs at 12.5 J/TH — a difference of 11.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.

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