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Nerdminer

Nerdminer

Hashrate 50.0 KH/s Power 1 W Efficiency 20,000,000.0 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

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

Nerdminer vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

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

Specifications Comparison

Nerdminer Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S
50.0 KH/s Hashrate 498.0 TH/s
1 W Power Consumption 6,723 W
20,000,000.0 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
— Noise Level 75 dB
0.1 kg Weight 18.0 kg
3 BTU/hr BTU Output 22,939 BTU/hr
35/100 Home Mining Score 30/100
— Release Year —
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
D-Central Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Nerdminer

Daily Revenue 0.00000000 BTC $0.00
Daily Electricity -$0.00
Daily Profit -$0.00
Monthly -$0.07
Yearly -$0.88

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Daily Revenue 0.00023088 BTC $17.91
Daily Electricity -$16.14
Daily Profit $1.78
Monthly $53.38
Yearly $649.48

Based on BTC price of $77,592 and current network difficulty as of Apr 25, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S wins on 3 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate, noise level). The Nerdminer holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S — wins on 3 of 5 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

$1.78/day higher profit at current rates.

Best for Home Mining

Nerdminer

Score: 35/100. 0 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

13.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nerdminer 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 $1.78/day compared to $0.00/day for the Nerdminer. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Nerdminer or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Nerdminer at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the Nerdminer or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The Nerdminer scores 35/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S). 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 Nerdminer and MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The Nerdminer runs at 20,000,000.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 19,999,986.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.

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