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MicroBT Whatsminer M3 (12 TH/s)
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The MicroBT Whatsminer M3 (12 TH/s) is a air-cooled SHA-256 bitcoin ASIC miner from MicroBT released in Jan 2018. It runs at 12 TH/s while drawing 2,000 W, an efficiency of 166.67 J/TH. It is more than five years old and no longer competitive; the figures below are kept for reference.
More on this machine: MicroBT Whatsminer M3 profitability history
MicroBT Whatsminer M3 profitability
As of Sep 21, 2026, hosted in Argentina at 6.0¢/kWh with 98.7% uptime. Bitcoin $87,031.
| Period | Bitcoin mined | Revenue | Electricity | Profit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.000006 BTC | $0.49 | $2.98 | -$2.49 |
| Weekly | 0.000040 BTC | $3.46 | $20.89 | -$17.44 |
| Monthly | 0.000173 BTC | $15.02 | $90.79 | -$75.78 |
| Yearly | 0.002071 BTC | $180.20 | $1,089.41 | -$909.21 |
Electricity per bitcoin mined: $526,140.
Where to host the MicroBT Whatsminer M3
| Site | Cooling | Rate | Uptime | Cost per BTC | Profit per month | All-in per unit | Year 1 return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | Immersion | 6.0¢ | 99.3% | $526,140 | -$76 | — | — |
| Nigeria | Air-cooled | 3.9¢ | 73.6% | $341,991 | -$33 | — | — |
| Argentina | Air-cooled | 6.0¢ | 98.7% | $526,140 | -$76 | — | — |
MicroBT Whatsminer M3 specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MicroBT |
| Model | MicroBT Whatsminer M3 |
| Release date | Jan 2018 |
| Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Hashrate | 12 TH/s |
| Power consumption | 2000 W |
| Efficiency | 166.67 J/TH |
| Cooling | Air-cooled |
| Dimensions | 430 x 155 x 226 mm (approx.) |
| Weight | 8.1 kg (approx.) |
MicroBT Whatsminer M3 FAQ
Can I buy the MicroBT Whatsminer M3?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3 is outdated. Newer models make bitcoin far more cheaply.
Is the MicroBT Whatsminer M3 (12 TH/s) profitable?
As of Sep 21, 2026, hosted in Argentina at 6.0¢/kWh, the MicroBT Whatsminer M3 (12 TH/s) is calculated to lose $2.49 daily, $75.78 monthly and $909.21 yearly after electricity, at a bitcoin price of $87,031. It always changes with bitcoin's price and network difficulty.
What does it cost to mine one bitcoin with the MicroBT Whatsminer M3?
Electricity to mine one bitcoin with the MicroBT Whatsminer M3 costs about $526,140 in Argentina, and $526,140 in UAE and $341,991 in Nigeria. Bitcoin trades at $87,031, so every coin it mines is made above the price of buying one.
What is the hashrate and power consumption of the MicroBT Whatsminer M3?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3 produces 12 TH/s of SHA-256 hashrate and consumes 2,000 W, giving an efficiency of 166.67 J/TH.
What are the dimensions and weight of the MicroBT Whatsminer M3?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3 measures about 430 x 155 x 226 mm and weighs around 8.1 kg.
Is the MicroBT Whatsminer M3 air-cooled or hydro-cooled?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3 is air-cooled with fans. In the UAE we run air-cooled machines in immersion tanks instead, which keeps them cool in desert heat.
Where can the MicroBT Whatsminer M3 be hosted?
We can host the MicroBT Whatsminer M3 in UAE (6.0¢/kWh, 99.3% uptime, immersion), Nigeria (3.9¢/kWh, 73.6% uptime) and Argentina (6.0¢/kWh, 98.7% uptime). The bitcoin it mines goes straight to your own wallet.
When was the MicroBT Whatsminer M3 released?
MicroBT announced the MicroBT Whatsminer M3 in Jan 2018.