Miner Performance Testing: MicroBT M50S++
Set to hit the market Fall of 2023, we tested the performance of the new Whatsminer M50S++ and broke down the results.
Authored by Lead Data Center Engineer Michael VanSickle.
We had the privilege of testing the performance of one of the first Whatsminer M50S++ from MicroBT. As announced at Bitcoin 2023, the new M50 series is designed to maximize efficiency while boosting potential environmental benefits. Read more about the announcement here.
After eight days of testing, we’ve found that the model is one of the most energy-efficient miners on the market today.
Let’s break it down further.
Performance
The Whatsminer M50S++ from MicroBT generates 150 TH/s with an efficiency rating of 22 W/TH, using Samsung’s 5nm ASIC technology.
The M50 series has an advanced heat mitigation architecture, which allows it to run at a higher performance state for longer periods of time.
Throughout our testing, it consistently ran 1–4 TH above its labeled hashrate, while maintaining temperatures in the 75C-80C range. During that time, ambient environmental temperatures ranged from 15C-30C. Despite these temperature swings, the performance still exceeded its expected hashrate.
Pre-Order with FoundryX
The M50S++ is set to hit the market on July 1, 2023, with an expected price of ~$25/TH. We are currently accepting pre-orders on units. If you’re interested in placing your order, complete the FoundryX pre-order form.
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