Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack vs SUNGOLDPOWER 900W (2 x 450W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack (SGN-450-BDG5, UL 61730)

Last updated: October 21, 2026

The Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack is the better rigid solar panel overall, rated 4.2 to 3.7. The Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack leads on value and efficiency. The SUNGOLDPOWER 900W (2 x 450W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack (SGN-450-BDG5, UL 61730) costs $100.99 less ($889 vs $989.99).

Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack vs SUNGOLDPOWER 900W (2 x 450W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack (SGN-450-BDG5, UL 61730)

Prices were last checked October 21, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 150 w and up rigid solar panel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightRenogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-PackSUNGOLDPOWER 900W (2 x 450W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack (SGN-450-BDG5, UL 61730)
Overall rating4.2/53.7/5
Value 45%63 $0.84 per rated watt49 $0.99 per rated watt
Tested output 15%50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used)50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used)
Durability 25%100 IP68, 10-year warranty100 IP68, 12-year warranty
Efficiency 15%100 25% claimed efficiency58 22.5% claimed efficiency

Specifications

Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-PackSUNGOLDPOWER 900W (2 x 450W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack (SGN-450-BDG5, UL 61730)
Output
Rated power1,180 W900 W
Efficiency25% (cell efficiency, "up to"; module efficiency 22.8%)22.5% (module efficiency)
CellsMonocrystalline (N-type, 16BB)Monocrystalline (N-type, 16BB, 96 cells (182 x 210 mm))
BifacialYesYes
Electrical
Open-circuit voltage (Voc)52.6 V35 V
Voltage at max power (Vmp)43.7 V30.1 V
Short-circuit current (Isc)14.1 A16.1 A
Current at max power (Imp)13.5 A15 A
Voc temperature coefficient--0.3%/°C
Connections
Output connector-MC4
Build
Weight-53.4 lb (24.2 kg)
Dimensions89.7 x 44.6 x 1.4 in (each panel)69.37 x 44.65 x 1.38 in (each panel)
Frameblack aluminumblack anodized aluminum alloy
Glass-2.0 mm anti-reflective front, 2.0 mm heat-strengthened back (dual glass)
Junction box ratingIP68IP68
Warranty10 years12 years
Output warranty95% output for 5 years, 90% for 10 years, 80% for 25 years30-year linear power warranty, 87.4% output at 30 years, 0.40% annual degradation