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PiAxe

PiAxe

Hashrate 500.0 GH/s Power 15 W Efficiency 30.0 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

Hashrate 980.0 TH/s Power 13,230 W Efficiency 13.5 J/TH

PiAxe vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

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

Specifications Comparison

PiAxe Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S
500.0 GH/s Hashrate 980.0 TH/s
15 W Power Consumption 13,230 W
30.0 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
30 dB Noise Level 50 dB
0.2 kg Weight 37.0 kg
51 BTU/hr BTU Output 45,141 BTU/hr
70/100 Home Mining Score 44/100
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SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
D-Central Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

PiAxe

Daily Revenue 0.00000022 BTC $0.02
Daily Electricity -$0.04
Daily Profit -$0.02
Monthly -$0.63
Yearly -$7.66

MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

Daily Revenue 0.00042475 BTC $29.41
Daily Electricity -$31.75
Daily Profit -$2.35
Monthly -$70.40
Yearly -$856.59

Based on BTC price of $69,229 and current network difficulty as of Mar 24, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S wins on 2 of 5 factors (efficiency, hashrate). The PiAxe 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 M79S — wins on 3 of 5 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

PiAxe

Score: 70/100. 30 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

13.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the PiAxe or MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the PiAxe is more profitable at $-0.02/day compared to $-2.35/day for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the PiAxe or MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S?

The PiAxe is quieter at 30 dB compared to the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S at 50 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

Which is better for home mining, the PiAxe or MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S?

The PiAxe scores 70/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 44/100 for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S). 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 PiAxe and MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S?

The PiAxe runs at 30.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 16.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.

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