Solar Panel Comparison

JA Solar DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial vs LONGi Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W

The DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial delivers 500W, 15W more than the Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W at 485W.

Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W has a higher efficiency of 23.8% versus 21.5% for the DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial.

They use different cell technologies: DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial uses N-type TOPCon MBB Half-Cell, while Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W uses N-type HPBC 2.0.

Here's how they compare across all key specifications.

Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W· Higher efficiencyDeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial· Higher outputDeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial· Better temp. performance

Full Specification Comparison

SpecDeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial CommercialHi-MO X10 Explorer 485W
Performance
Power Output500 W485 W
Efficiency21.5%23.8%
Cell TypeN-type TOPCon MBB Half-CellN-type HPBC 2.0
Temp. Coeff.-0.3 %/°C-0.26 %/°C
Number of Cells144108
BifacialYesNo
Electrical
Voc43.2 V40.4 V
Vmp36 V33.4 V
Isc15.01 A15.23 A
Imp13.9 A14.53 A
Max System Voltage1500 V1500 V
Operating Temp-40 to +85 °C-40 to +85 °C
Physical
Dimensions2108x1048x35 mm1800x1134x30 mm
Weight—21.6 kg
Frame ColourSilverBlack
Connector TypeMC4MC4
Junction Box IPIP68IP68
Warranty & Certification
Product Warranty2515 years
Power Warranty30 years linear30 years linear
MCS CertifiedNoNo
CertificationsIEC 61215, IEC 61730IEC 61215, IEC 61730
Pricing (UK)
Retail Price—£97.10
Price per Watt—£0.200/W

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more efficient, the DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial or the Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W?

The Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W is more efficient at 23.8%, compared to 21.5% for the DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial. Higher efficiency means more power generated per square metre of roof space.

Which panel produces more power, the DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial or the Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W?

The DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial has a higher rated output at 500W. This means fewer panels would be needed to reach the same system size compared to the Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W.

Which solar panel should I choose for my home — the DeepBlue 4.0 500W Bifacial Commercial or the Hi-MO X10 Explorer 485W?

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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