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Whatsminer M50S++

Whatsminer M50S++

Hashrate 160.0 TH/s Power 3,520 W Efficiency 22.0 J/TH
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MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S

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

Whatsminer M50S++ vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S

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

Specifications Comparison

Whatsminer M50S++ Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S
160.0 TH/s Hashrate 282.0 TH/s
3,520 W Power Consumption 3,807 W
22.0 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
75 dB Noise Level 75 dB
13.5 kg Weight 25.5 kg
12,010 BTU/hr BTU Output 12,990 BTU/hr
30/100 Home Mining Score 30/100
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SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
MicroBT Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Whatsminer M50S++

Daily Revenue 0.00006935 BTC $4.96
Daily Electricity -$8.45
Daily Profit -$3.49
Monthly -$104.62
Yearly -$1,272.87

MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S

Daily Revenue 0.00012222 BTC $8.74
Daily Electricity -$9.14
Daily Profit -$0.39
Monthly -$11.81
Yearly -$143.66

Based on BTC price of $71,534 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 3 factors (efficiency, hashrate). The Whatsminer M50S++ holds the edge in power consumption. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S — wins on 2 of 3 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

Tie

Both miners produce similar daily profit.

Best for Home Mining

Tie

Both miners are equally suitable for home use.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S

13.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Whatsminer M50S++ or MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S is more profitable at $-0.39/day compared to $-3.49/day for the Whatsminer M50S++. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Which is quieter, the Whatsminer M50S++ or MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S?

Both miners have similar noise levels. Check the specs table above for exact decibel readings.

Which is better for home mining, the Whatsminer M50S++ or MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S?

Both miners score similarly on our Home Mining Score. Consider your specific constraints (noise tolerance, available power, heat needs) to decide.

What is the efficiency difference between Whatsminer M50S++ and MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S?

The Whatsminer M50S++ runs at 22.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M72S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 8.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.

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