The Best Bitcoin Mining ASICs in 2023

The best Bitcoin miners in 2023, including the S19 XP, M50S+, M30S++, S19j Pro, and more.

16 Apr 2023

If you're going to mine bitcoin, you're going to need a Bitcoin mining ASIC.

In Hashrate Index’s guide for the best Bitcoin mining ASICs in 2023, we profile some of the best Bitcoin mining ASICs that you can buy in 2023.

Bitcoin mining can be a great way to gain bitcoin exposure, BUT it's also highly competitive and can be risky. Hashing with the right Bitcoin mining ASIC can make all the difference.

Here are the models we cover for the best Bitcoin mining ASICs in 2023.

If you would like to learn more about any of these Bitcoin miners, their specifications, and current ROI timeframes for each rig, you can visit our ASIC directory.

The contents of this article are not financial advice. If readers decide to buy bitcoin miners, they should do their own research and consult a trusted advisor.

Antminer S19 XP

The Antminer S19 XP is the most powerful air-cooled Bitcoin mining ASIC on the market today.

Its hash rate ranges between 134-140 TH/s with an efficiency of 21.5 TH/s. The S19 XP’s dashboards use industry-leading 5nm chips and the mining rig consumes roughly 3250 watts.

The model is still very new and supply is largely concentrated among larger miners who placed S19 XPs on preorder, but they are starting to trickle into the secondary market.

If you would like to read more about Antminer S19 XP price and Antminer S19 XP profitability, please visit this blog page.

Antminer S19 XP firmware

The Antminer S19 XP comes with stock firmware, but there are also third-party firmware options that can enhance the miner's performance.

Firmware is a type of software the gives directions to computing hardware, and Bitcoin miners use firmware to increase/decrease a Bitcoin mining ASIC’s hashrate by increasing/decresing power consumption. Miners can use firmware to balance their hashrate production and power consumption to find a sweet spot for their rig’s power efficiency.

Luxor’s Antminer firmware, LuxOS, supports S19 XPs with xilinx dashboards. You can learn more about LuxOS here, or go to the following links for a video review and video installation guide.

(It’s important to note that using third-party firmware can void the device’s warranty)

How to buy an Antminer S19 XP bitcoin miner

Large-scale miners can buy the Antminer S19 XP directly from the manufacturer, Bitmain. Large-scale and other miners can source new and used hardware (including Antminer S19 XPs!) on Luxor's RFQ marketplace.

Whatsminer M50S+

The Whatsminer M50S+ is the latest and most powerful ASIC from MicroBTC. Its hashrate and efficiency put it in a league with the Antminer S19 XP: ~130-140 TH/s with an efficiency of 24 J/TH at 3500W.

The M50S+ was introduced a year later than the S19 XP, and it hasn’t been released to the market en masse yet so there’s limited data aor testing regarding its performance. But Whatsminers have a reputation for being particularly sturdy, so the next-gen machine could be a great choice for miners preparing for the next halving.

If you would like to read more about Whatsminer M50S+ price and Whatsminer M50S+profitability, you can visit this blog post.

Whatsminer M50S+ firmware

The Whatsminer M50S+ comes with stock firmware, but it doesn't have third-party firmware available because of its hashboards design. Firmware teams like Luxor’s are working hard to crack this nut though, so stay tuned!

How to buy the Whatsminer M50S+

Many large-scale miners will buy the Whatsminer M50S+ directly from the manufacturer, MicroBT.

But miners large, medium, and small can buy the Whatsminer M50S+ once it becomes available in the secondary market on Luxor's RFQ marketplace.

Antminer S19j Pro

The Antminer S19j Pro has replaced the Antminer S9 as the mining industry’s new ole reliable. While it’s an older generation than the S19 XP (and so, less powerful and less efficient), it’s still a powerful and viable Bitcoin miner.

The S19j Pro model can have a hashrate ranging between 90-104 TH/s, an efficiency of ~29.5-30.5 J/TH, and a power consumption of 3250W. The S19j Pro is perfect for all stripes of miners, from mega-miners to home-miners.

You can learn more about Antminer S19j Pro price and Antminer S19j Pro profitability in this blog post.

Antminer S19j Pro firmware

Like it’s younger cousin, the S19 XP, the S19j Pro comes with stock firmware but also has third-party firmware that can enhance its performance.

Luxor’s LuxOS has support for Antminer S19j Pros with Xilinx hashboards.

Where to buy the S19j Pro bitcoin miner

Large-scale miners can buy the Antminer S19j Pro directly from the manufacturer, Bitmain. Large-scale and other miners can source new and used hardware (including plenty of Antminer S19j Pros!) on Luxor's RFQ marketplace.

Whatsminer M50S

Another variant in MicroBT’s M50 series, the Whatsminer M50S is a highly efficient bitcoin mining ASIC with a hashrate that can range between 118-126 TH/s. It has a power efficiency of 26 J/TH.

Whatsminer M50S firmware

The Whatsminer M50S comes with stock firmware. Third party firmware providers like LuxOS don’t provide support at this time because of the way MicroBT designs its hashboards. Firmware teams like Luxorcare working figure it out, so keep your eyes peeled!

Where to Buy Whatsminer M50S

Miners can buy direct from the manufacturers, or they can use Luxor’s RFQ marketplace to bid for new and used equipment for competitive pricing and fast shipping.

Antminer S19 Pro+

The Antminer S19 Pro+ is a new Bitcoin mining ASIC that’s not quite in the next-gen category like the the Antminer 19 XP, but it’s a little more powerful and efficient than new-gen rigs like the Antminer S19j Pro. The Antminer S19 Pro+’s hashrate is in the range of 122 TH/s with an efficiency of 27.5 TH/s.

Antminer S19 Pro+ firmware

Currently, Antminer S19 Pro+ stock firmware is the only option for Bitcoin miners. Third party firmware providers like Luxor have yet to release versions for these rigs (sign up to Luxor's changelog for updates).

Where to Buy Antminer S19 Pro+:

As with other models, miners dealing in seize can buy the direct from Bitmain, but anyone can buy on Luxor’s RFQ marketplace, an open-bid ASIC marketplace which can offer miners competitive pricing and fast shipping.

Whatsminer M30S++

An older generation ASIC than the M50 series models, the Whatsminer M30S++ is another powerful Bitcoin mining ASIC from MicorBT. With a hashrate that ranges between 100-112 TH/s, an efficiency of 34 J/TH, and power consumption of 3400W, the M30S++ is one of the most coveted Bitcoin mining ASICs from its generation.

Whatsminer M30S++ firmware

The Whatsminer M30++ comes with stock firmware, but it doesn't have third-party firmware available because of its hashboards design. Firmware teams like Luxor’s are working hard to crack this nut though, so stay tuned!

How to buy the Whatsminer M30S++

Many large-scale miners will buy the Whatsminer M30S++ directly from the manufacturer, MicroBT.

But miners large, medium, and small can buy the Whatsminer M50S+ once it becomes available in the secondary market on Luxor's RFQ marketplace.

Whatsminer M50

The Whatsminer M50 is the lowest efficiency and hashrate model in the M50 series. Still, it is a powerful bitcoin mining ASIC relatively, with a hashrate between 112-118 TH/s and an efficiency of 29 J/TH.

While it is not as efficient or powerful as other newer as the other models mentioned in this article, the M50 is still a great option for miners big or small.

If you would like to learn more about the Whatsminer M50 price and Whatsminer M50 profitability, you can read more about the machine here.

Whatsminer M50 firmware

The Whatsminer M50 uses firmware from MicroBT. Third party firmware providers like LuxOS is not available yet. Luxor’s firmware team is working hard to figure it out, so sign up for :uxor's firmware changelog for updates!

Where to Buy the Whatsminer M50

Miners can buy the Whatsminer M50 direct from the manufacturers, or miners can use Luxor’s RFQ marketplace to bid for new and used equipment on an open marketplace.

Antminer S19e Pro

The Antminer S19e Pro is a forthcoming Bitcoin mining ASIC from Bitmain. Bitmain’s latest model, the rig will have an efficiency of ~24 J/TH, putting in the class of next-gen machines like the S19 XP and M50s+.

According to early reports from Luxor's RFQ team, it’ll compete with (but not surpass) other next-gen rigs in terms of hashrate and efficiency. Unfortunately, there is little information available about the Antminer S19e Pro. We will update this guide when more information becomes available.

Antminer S19e Pro firmware

The only firmware available for the Antminer S19e Pro is stock firmware at the moment.

Where to Buy the Antminer S19e Pro

Bitmain will begin selling the S19e Pro in 2022 directly to miners, so they will not enter the secondary market for some time.

When they are available, though, you'll be able to find them on Luxor's RFQ once vendors start trading them.

Antminer S19

The Antminer S19 is the eponymous flagship of Bitmain’s S19 series. Released in 2019, the S19 changed the game in terms of power efficiency and hashrate.

Th S19 quickly became favored by miners over the Antminer S17 and Antminer S9. While the S19 is less efficient and powerful than even other models in the S19 series, it’s still a viable Bitcoin miner depending on the miner’s power costs. The S19 model can have a hashrate ranging between 90-96 TH/s, an efficiency of 36-38 J/TH.

To learn more about the Antminer S19 series, please consult this blog post.

Antminer S19 firmware

The S19 series models all come with stock firmware, but the series also features a variety of third party firmware options. Luxor’s LuxOS has support for Antminer S19 with Xilinx hashboards.

Where to buy the S19 bitcoin miner

Miners can buy the Antminer S19 from Bitmain directly. Or they can source new and used hardware (including plenty of Antminer S19s) on Luxor's RFQ marketplace.

Antminer S19 Pro

The Antminer S19 Pro is Bitcoin mining ASIC that’s not quite in the next-gen category like the the Antminer 19 XP, but it’s a little more powerful and efficient than new-gen rigs like the Antminer S19j Pro. The Antminer S19 Pro+’s hashrate can range of 110 TH/s with an efficiency of 29.55 TH/s.

Antminer S19 Pro firmware

Currently, Antminer S19 Pro stock firmware is the only option for Bitcoin miners. Third party firmware providers like Luxor are working on versions for these rigs.

Where to Buy Antminer S19 Pro

Miners can buy direct from manufacturer, or purchased new and used rigs on Luxor’s RFQ marketplace.

Mining Bitcoin in 2023

The bitcoin mining ASICs we highlight in this article are the best options available today. Wether you're new to Bitcoin mining, a veteran, a hobbyist miner, or a professional, these miners will provide you with the juice you need to mine Bitcoin profitability.

What's more, they will help fortify your operations for the next Bitcoin halving – particularly the next-gen ASICs like the S19 XP and M50S+. you with the power and efficiency you need to maximize your profits.

All that said, be sure to do your research and choose the model that’s right for you. And if you need a rig, check out Luxor’s RFQ for the best prices and fastest shipping.

Happy hashing!