Solar Panel Comparison

Canadian Solar HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial vs Canadian Solar TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon

The HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial delivers 665W, 220W more than the TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon at 445W.

TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon has a higher efficiency of 22.3% versus 21.2% for the HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial.

They use different cell technologies: HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial uses Mono PERC M12 Half-Cell, while TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon uses N-type TOPCon Half-Cell.

Here's how they compare across all key specifications.

TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon· Higher efficiencyHiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial· Higher outputHiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial· Better temp. performanceTOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon· Lighter

Full Specification Comparison

SpecHiKu7 665W Mono PERC CommercialTOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon
Performance
Power Output665 W445 W
Efficiency21.2%22.3%
Cell TypeMono PERC M12 Half-CellN-type TOPCon Half-Cell
Temp. Coeff.-0.34 %/°C-0.3 %/°C
Number of Cells15696
BifacialNoNo
Electrical
Voc43.9 V35.6 V
Vmp37 V30.4 V
Isc19.59 A15.95 A
Imp18 A14.64 A
Max System Voltage1500 V1000 V
Operating Temp-40 to +85 °C-40 to +85 °C
Physical
Dimensions2384x1303x35 mm1763x1134x35 mm
Weight34.4 kg21.8 kg
Frame ColourSilverBlack
Connector TypeMC4MC4
Junction Box IPIP68
Warranty & Certification
Product Warranty2525
Power Warranty25 years linear (0.55%/yr)30 years linear
MCS CertifiedNoNo
CertificationsIEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEIEC 61215, IEC 61730, CE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more efficient, the HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial or the TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon?

The TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon is more efficient at 22.3%, compared to 21.2% for the HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial. Higher efficiency means more power generated per square metre of roof space.

Which panel produces more power, the HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial or the TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon?

The HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial has a higher rated output at 665W. This means fewer panels would be needed to reach the same system size compared to the TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon.

Which solar panel should I choose for my home — the HiKu7 665W Mono PERC Commercial or the TOPHiKu6 445W All Black N-Type TOPCon?

The right choice depends on your priorities. If maximising energy generation per panel is key, consider efficiency and wattage. If budget is your main concern, compare price per watt. Both panels have their merits — use our Solar Estimator to see how each would perform in your specific home setup.

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