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MicroBT Whatsminer M3X (12.5 TH/s)
Outdated · MicroBT · Air-cooled · SHA-256
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3X (12.5 TH/s) is a air-cooled SHA-256 bitcoin ASIC miner from MicroBT released in Mar 2018. It hashes at 12.5 TH/s while drawing 2,050 W, an efficiency of 164 J/TH. It is more than five years old and no longer competitive; the figures below are kept for reference.
MicroBT Whatsminer M3X profitability
As of Sep 17, 2026, hosted in Argentina at 6.0¢/kWh with 98.7% uptime. Bitcoin $77,356.
| Period | Bitcoin mined | Revenue | Electricity | Profit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.000006 BTC | $0.47 | $3.06 | -$2.59 |
| Weekly | 0.000043 BTC | $3.31 | $21.42 | -$18.10 |
| Monthly | 0.000186 BTC | $14.41 | $93.06 | -$78.66 |
| Yearly | 0.002234 BTC | $172.85 | $1,116.65 | -$943.80 |
Electricity per bitcoin mined: $499,731.
Where to host the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X
| Site | Cooling | Rate | Uptime | Cost per BTC | Profit per month | All-in per unit | Year 1 return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAE | Immersion | 6.0¢ | 99.3% | $499,731 | -$79 | — | — |
| Nigeria | Air-cooled | 4.0¢ | 74.7% | $333,154 | -$36 | — | — |
| Argentina | Air-cooled | 6.0¢ | 98.7% | $499,731 | -$79 | — | — |
MicroBT Whatsminer M3X specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MicroBT |
| Model | MicroBT Whatsminer M3X |
| Release date | Mar 2018 |
| Algorithm | SHA-256 |
| Hashrate | 12.5 TH/s |
| Power consumption | 2050 W |
| Efficiency | 164 J/TH |
| Cooling | Air-cooled |
| Dimensions | 430 x 155 x 226 mm (approx.) |
| Weight | 13.5 kg (approx.) |
MicroBT Whatsminer M3X FAQ
Can I buy the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3X is outdated. Newer models make bitcoin far more cheaply.
Is the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X (12.5 TH/s) profitable?
As of Sep 17, 2026, hosted in Argentina at 6.0¢/kWh, the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X (12.5 TH/s) is calculated to lose $2.59 daily, $78.66 monthly and $943.80 yearly after electricity, at a bitcoin price of $77,356. It always changes with bitcoin's price and network difficulty.
What does it cost to mine one bitcoin with the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X?
Electricity to mine one bitcoin with the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X costs about $499,731 in Argentina, and $499,731 in UAE and $333,154 in Nigeria. Bitcoin trades at $77,356, so every coin it mines is made above the price of buying one.
What is the hashrate and power consumption of the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3X produces 12.5 TH/s of SHA-256 hashrate and consumes 2,050 W, giving an efficiency of 164 J/TH.
What are the dimensions and weight of the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3X measures about 430 x 155 x 226 mm and weighs around 13.5 kg.
Is the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X air-cooled or hydro-cooled?
The MicroBT Whatsminer M3X 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 M3X be hosted?
We can host the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X in UAE (6.0¢/kWh, 99.3% uptime, immersion), Nigeria (4.0¢/kWh, 74.7% uptime) and Argentina (6.0¢/kWh, 98.7% uptime). The bitcoin it mines goes straight to your own wallet.
When was the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X released?
MicroBT announced the MicroBT Whatsminer M3X in Mar 2018.