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NerdQAxe

NerdQAxe

Hashrate 2.0 TH/s Power 80 W Efficiency 40.0 J/TH
VS
MicroBT Whatsminer M31S

MicroBT Whatsminer M31S

Hashrate 76.0 TH/s Power 3,220 W Efficiency 42.4 J/TH

NerdQAxe vs MicroBT Whatsminer M31S

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

Specifications Comparison

NerdQAxe Specification MicroBT Whatsminer M31S
2.0 TH/s Hashrate 76.0 TH/s
80 W Power Consumption 3,220 W
40.0 J/TH Efficiency 42.4 J/TH
40 dB Noise Level —
0.4 kg Weight 12,500.0 kg
273 BTU/hr BTU Output 10,987 BTU/hr
71/100 Home Mining Score 22/100
— Release Year —
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
D-Central Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

NerdQAxe

Daily Revenue 0.00000087 BTC $0.06
Daily Electricity -$0.19
Daily Profit -$0.13
Monthly -$3.96
Yearly -$48.14

MicroBT Whatsminer M31S

Daily Revenue 0.00003294 BTC $2.28
Daily Electricity -$7.73
Daily Profit -$5.44
Monthly -$163.32
Yearly -$1,987.03

Based on BTC price of $69,341 and current network difficulty as of Mar 24, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the NerdQAxe wins on 4 of 6 factors (efficiency, power consumption, home mining score, noise level). The MicroBT Whatsminer M31S holds the edge in hashrate and price-performance. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: NerdQAxe — wins on 4 of 6 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

NerdQAxe

Score: 71/100. 40 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

NerdQAxe

40.0 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the NerdQAxe or MicroBT Whatsminer M31S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the NerdQAxe is more profitable at $-0.13/day compared to $-5.44/day for the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the NerdQAxe or MicroBT Whatsminer M31S?

The NerdQAxe is quieter at 40 dB compared to the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the NerdQAxe or MicroBT Whatsminer M31S?

The NerdQAxe scores 71/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 22/100 for the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S). 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 NerdQAxe and MicroBT Whatsminer M31S?

The NerdQAxe runs at 40.0 J/TH while the MicroBT Whatsminer M31S runs at 42.4 J/TH — a difference of 2.4 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.

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