Two very large Renogy bifacial panels for a home, cabin or ground-mount array with a high-voltage MPPT controller or hybrid inverter. Too big and too high-voltage for RV and van setups.
Amazon $1,083.99 Renogy $989.99The Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack and the SUNGOLDPOWER 2240W (4 x 560W) 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 4-Pack (SG560WBG) are evenly matched, rated 4.2 and 4.1. The Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack leads on efficiency. The SUNGOLDPOWER 2240W (4 x 560W) 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 4-Pack (SG560WBG) wins on value. The Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack costs $500.01 less ($989.99 vs $1,490).
Large bifacial panels for an off-grid ground mount or barn roof with a high-voltage MPPT controller. For a permitted home rooftop, SUNGOLDPOWER’s UL-listed 590 W panel is the better buy.
Amazon $1,490 SUNGOLDPOWER $1,490Prices 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?
- Choose the Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack for efficiency (25% claimed efficiency vs 21.7% claimed efficiency).
- Choose the SUNGOLDPOWER 2240W (4 x 560W) 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 4-Pack (SG560WBG) for value ($0.67 per rated watt vs $0.84 per rated watt).
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 weight | Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack | SUNGOLDPOWER 2240W (4 x 560W) 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 4-Pack (SG560WBG) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 45% | 63 $0.84 per rated watt | 80 $0.67 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 warranty | 100 IP68, 12-year warranty |
| Efficiency 15% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 45 21.7% claimed efficiency |
Specifications
| Renogy 1180W (2 x 590W) N-Type 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack | SUNGOLDPOWER 2240W (4 x 560W) 16BB Bifacial Rigid Solar Panel 4-Pack (SG560WBG) | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 1,180 W | 2,240 W |
| Efficiency | 25% (cell efficiency, "up to"; module efficiency 22.8%) | 21.7% (module efficiency) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type, 16BB) | Monocrystalline (144 half-cut 182 mm cells; SUNGOLDPOWER's page and the Amazon title say N-type (Amazon adds 16BB), while the datasheet file and the Amazon title also say PERC) |
| Bifacial | Yes | Yes |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 52.6 V | 50.1 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 43.7 V | 42.1 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 14.1 A | 14.1 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 13.5 A | 13.3 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | - | -0.3%/°C |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 70.4 lb (31.8 kg) |
| Dimensions | 89.7 x 44.6 x 1.4 in (each panel) | 89.72 x 44.65 x 1.38 in (each panel) |
| Frame | black aluminum | anodized aluminum alloy |
| Glass | - | 2.0 mm AR-coated heat-strengthened front, 2.0 mm heat-strengthened back (dual glass) |
| Junction box rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Warranty | 10 years | 12 years |
| Output warranty | 95% output for 5 years, 90% for 10 years, 80% for 25 years | 30-year linear power warranty |
