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Whatsminer M60S++

Whatsminer M60S++

Hashrate 220.0 TH/s Power 3,960 W Efficiency 18.0 J/TH
VS

MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

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

Whatsminer M60S++ vs MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

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

Specifications Comparison

Whatsminer M60S++ Specification MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S
220.0 TH/s Hashrate 980.0 TH/s
3,960 W Power Consumption 13,230 W
18.0 J/TH Efficiency 13.5 J/TH
75 dB Noise Level 50 dB
14.0 kg Weight 37.0 kg
13,512 BTU/hr BTU Output 45,141 BTU/hr
30/100 Home Mining Score 44/100
— Release Year —
SHA-256 Algorithm SHA-256
MicroBT Manufacturer MicroBT

Profitability Comparison

$/kWh

Whatsminer M60S++

Daily Revenue 0.00010124 BTC $8.00
Daily Electricity -$9.50
Daily Profit -$1.50
Monthly -$45.03
Yearly -$547.81

MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

Daily Revenue 0.00045098 BTC $35.65
Daily Electricity -$31.75
Daily Profit $3.90
Monthly $116.95
Yearly $1,422.91

Based on BTC price of $79,051 and current network difficulty as of May 15, 2026. Actual results vary.

Verdict

Our scoring model gives the nod to the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S, which leads on 4 of 5 weighted factors (efficiency, hashrate, home mining score, noise level). The standout gap is 345% more hashrate (220 vs 980 TH/s) in the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S's favour. That said, the Whatsminer M60S++ isn't beaten everywhere — it still wins power consumption. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.

Winner: MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S — wins on 4 of 5 factors

Spec Deltas

Here is every spec where the Whatsminer M60S++ and MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S actually differ, with the gap quantified:

  • MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S 345% more hashrate (220 vs 980 TH/s)
  • Whatsminer M60S++ 70% better power draw (3,960 vs 13,230 W)
  • MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S 25% better efficiency (18.0 vs 13.5 J/TH)
  • MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S 33% better noise (75.0 vs 50.0 dB)
  • Whatsminer M60S++ 62% better weight (14.0 vs 37.0 kg)
  • MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S 234% more heat output (13,512 vs 45,141 BTU/hr)
  • MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S 47% more home mining score (30.0 vs 44.0)

Cost & ROI Over Time

Sticker price versus what the miner actually earns back: the table below projects cumulative net profit at a $0.10/kWh electricity rate.

Whatsminer M60S++ Metric MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S
$7,000 Upfront cost (MSRP) —
-$1.50 Daily net profit $3.90
-$7,548 Net after 1 year +$1,423
-$8,096 Net after 2 years +$2,846
-$8,643 Net after 3 years +$4,269
Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) Payback period —

Projections assume continuous operation, a flat $0.10/kWh rate, and no hardware degradation, pool fees, or BTC price change. Real-world ROI varies.

Best For...

Best for Profitability

MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

$5.40/day higher profit at current rates.

Best for Home Mining

MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

Score: 44/100. 50 dB noise level.

Best for Efficiency

MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S

13.5 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Whatsminer M60S++ or MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S more profitable?

At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S is more profitable at $3.90/day compared to $-1.50/day for the Whatsminer M60S++. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.

Is the Whatsminer M60S++ or the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S better for noise-sensitive spaces?

The MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Whatsminer M60S++ at 75 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.

For mining at home, should I pick the Whatsminer M60S++ or the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S?

The MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S scores 44/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 30/100 for the Whatsminer M60S++). 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 M60S++ and MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S?

The Whatsminer M60S++ runs at 18.0 J/TH while the MicroBT WhatsMiner M79S runs at 13.5 J/TH — a difference of 4.5 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 25% better efficiency (18.0 vs 13.5 J/TH).

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