Solar Panel Comparison

Canadian Solar TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon vs Maxeon / SunPower Maxeon 6 DC 440W

The Maxeon 6 DC 440W delivers 440W, 10W more than the TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon at 430W.

Maxeon 6 DC 440W has a higher efficiency of 22.8% versus 22.1% for the TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon.

They use different cell technologies: TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon uses N-type TOPCon MBB Half-Cell, while Maxeon 6 DC 440W uses IBC (Interdigitated Back Contact).

Here's how they compare across all key specifications.

Maxeon 6 DC 440W· Higher efficiencyMaxeon 6 DC 440W· Higher outputTOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon· Better temp. performanceMaxeon 6 DC 440W· Lighter

Full Specification Comparison

SpecTOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPConMaxeon 6 DC 440W
Performance
Power Output430 W440 W
Efficiency22.1%22.8%
Cell TypeN-type TOPCon MBB Half-CellIBC (Interdigitated Back Contact)
Temp. Coeff.-0.3 %/°C-0.29 %/°C
Number of Cells10866
BifacialYesNo
Electrical
Voc41 V48.2 V
Vmp34.6 V40.5 V
Isc13.45 A11.58 A
Imp12.43 A10.87 A
Max System Voltage1500 V1000 V
Operating Temp-40 to +85 °C-40 to +85 °C
Physical
Dimensions1762x1134x30 mm1872x1032x40 mm
Weight21.3 kg20.9 kg
Frame ColourSilverBlack
Connector TypeMC4EVO2
Junction Box IPIP68IP68
Warranty & Certification
Product Warranty2525 years
Power Warranty30 years linear25 years / 92% (extendable to 40yr)
MCS CertifiedNoNo
CertificationsIEC 61215, IEC 61730, CEIEC 61215, IEC 61730, UL 61730, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IEC 62716, IEC 61701, MIL-STD-810G
Pricing (UK)
Retail Price£650.00
Price per Watt£1.477/W

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more efficient, the TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon or the Maxeon 6 DC 440W?

The Maxeon 6 DC 440W is more efficient at 22.8%, compared to 22.1% for the TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon. Higher efficiency means more power generated per square metre of roof space.

Which panel produces more power, the TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon or the Maxeon 6 DC 440W?

The Maxeon 6 DC 440W has a higher rated output at 440W. This means fewer panels would be needed to reach the same system size compared to the TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon.

Which solar panel should I choose for my home — the TOPBiHiKu6 430W Bifacial N-Type TOPCon or the Maxeon 6 DC 440W?

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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