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NerdOctaxe Gamma

NerdOctaxe Gamma

Hashrate 8.0 TH/s Power 200 W Efficiency 25.0 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

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

NerdOctaxe Gamma vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

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

Specifications Comparison

NerdOctaxe Gamma Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S
8.0 TH/s Hashrate 498.0 TH/s
200 W Power Consumption 6,723 W
25.0 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
45 dB Noise Level 75 dB
0.8 kg Weight 18.0 kg
682 BTU/hr BTU Output 22,939 BTU/hr
61/100 Home Mining Score 30/100
Release Year
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
D-Central Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

NerdOctaxe Gamma

Daily Revenue 0.00000347 BTC $0.25
Daily Electricity -$0.48
Daily Profit -$0.23
Monthly -$6.98
Yearly -$84.90

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

Daily Revenue 0.00021584 BTC $15.40
Daily Electricity -$16.14
Daily Profit -$0.74
Monthly -$22.06
Yearly -$268.43

Based on BTC price of $71,347 and current network difficulty as of Mar 25, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S wins on 2 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate). The NerdOctaxe Gamma 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 M78S — wins on 3 of 5 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

NerdOctaxe Gamma

Score: 61/100. 45 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S

13.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the NerdOctaxe Gamma or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the NerdOctaxe Gamma is more profitable at $-0.23/day compared to $-0.74/day for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the NerdOctaxe Gamma or MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The NerdOctaxe Gamma is quieter at 45 dB compared to the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

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

The NerdOctaxe Gamma scores 61/100 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 NerdOctaxe Gamma and MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S?

The NerdOctaxe Gamma runs at 25.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M78S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 11.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.