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Whatsminer M50S

Whatsminer M50S

Hashrate 126.0 TH/s Power 3,276 W Efficiency 26.0 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

Hashrate 570.0 TH/s Power 7,125 W Efficiency 12.5 J/TH

Whatsminer M50S vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

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

Specifications Comparison

Whatsminer M50S Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+
126.0 TH/s Hashrate 570.0 TH/s
3,276 W Power Consumption 7,125 W
26.0 J/TH Efficiency 12.5 J/TH
75 dB Noise Level 75 dB
12.8 kg Weight 29.5 kg
11,178 BTU/hr BTU Output 24,311 BTU/hr
36/100 Home Mining Score 30/100
Release Year
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
MicroBT Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Whatsminer M50S

Daily Revenue 0.00005842 BTC $4.52
Daily Electricity -$7.86
Daily Profit -$3.34
Monthly -$100.34
Yearly -$1,220.75

MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

Daily Revenue 0.00026426 BTC $20.44
Daily Electricity -$17.10
Daily Profit $3.34
Monthly $100.14
Yearly $1,218.39

Based on BTC price of $77,340 and current network difficulty as of Apr 25, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Based on our multi-factor analysis, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ wins on 2 of 4 factors (efficiency, hashrate). The Whatsminer M50S holds the edge in power consumption and home mining score. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ — wins on 2 of 4 factors

Best For...

Best for Profitability

MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

$6.68/day higher profit at current rates.

Best for Home Mining

Whatsminer M50S

Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+

12.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Whatsminer M50S or MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ is more profitable at $3.34/day compared to $-3.34/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 M73S+?

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 M73S+?

The Whatsminer M50S scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+). 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 Whatsminer M50S and MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+?

The Whatsminer M50S runs at 26.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M73S+ runs at 12.5 J/TH — a difference of 13.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs.