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NerdQAxe

NerdQAxe

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

MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S

Hashrate 282.0 TH/s Power 3,807 W Efficiency 13.5 J/TH

NerdQAxe vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S

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

Specifications Comparison

NerdQAxe Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S
2.0 TH/s Hashrate 282.0 TH/s
80 W Power Consumption 3,807 W
40.0 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
40 dB Noise Level 75 dB
0.4 kg Weight 25.5 kg
273 BTU/hr BTU Output 12,990 BTU/hr
71/100 Home Mining Score 30/100
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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 -$3.92
Yearly -$47.66

MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S

Daily Revenue 0.00012222 BTC $8.66
Daily Electricity -$9.14
Daily Profit -$0.48
Monthly -$14.27
Yearly -$173.64

Based on BTC price of $70,862 and current network difficulty as of Mar 25, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S wins on 2 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate). The NerdQAxe 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 M72S — wins on 3 of 5 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

MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S

13.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the NerdQAxe or MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S 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 $-0.48/day for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S. 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 M72S?

The NerdQAxe is quieter at 40 dB compared to the MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the NerdQAxe or MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S?

The NerdQAxe scores 71/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S). 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 M72S?

The NerdQAxe runs at 40.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 26.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.

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