The Renogy 200W N-Type Rigid and the Renogy 200W N-Type Bifacial are evenly matched, rated 3.8 and 3.7. The Renogy 200W N-Type Rigid leads on efficiency. The Renogy 200W N-Type Bifacial wins on durability. The Renogy 200W N-Type Rigid costs $10 less ($169.99 vs $179.99).
A good single-panel choice for an RV roof, shed or ground mount where you want 200 W from one module. Pair it with an MPPT controller; on a 12 V system with a PWM controller, two 100 W panels make more sense.
Amazon $169.99A good 200 W panel for an RV roof or ground mount where shade from vents or trees is a worry, paired with an MPPT controller or a power station.
Amazon $179.99Prices were last checked October 26, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
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 200W N-Type Rigid | Renogy 200W N-Type Bifacial |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 45% | 62 $0.85 per rated watt | 57 $0.90 per rated watt |
| Tested output 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Durability 25% | 84 IP65, 10-year warranty | 100 IP68, 10-year warranty |
| Efficiency 15% | 54 20.7% module efficiency (from size and rated power) | 38 19.9% module efficiency |
| Renogy 200W N-Type Rigid | Renogy 200W N-Type Bifacial | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 200 W | 200 W |
| Module efficiency | 20.7% (rated power over panel area) | 19.9% |
| Claimed efficiency | 25% (cell efficiency; datasheet module efficiency 20.7%) | 25% (cell efficiency, "up to"; datasheet module efficiency 19.9%) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type, 16BB) | Monocrystalline (N-type, 16BB, half-cut, 80 cells, wired as two parallel halves for shade tolerance) |
| Bifacial | No | Yes |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 37.4 V | 29.6 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 31 V | 25 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 6.8 A | 8.7 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 6.5 A | 8 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | -0.3%/°C | -0.3%/°C |
| Series / parallel | Yes | Yes |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | Solar connectors (IP67) | Solar connectors (IP68) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 23.4 lb (10.6 kg) | 22.7 lb (10.3 kg) |
| Dimensions | 49.7 x 30.1 x 1.2 in | 51.7 x 30.1 x 1.2 in |
| Frame | anodized aluminum alloy | anodized aluminum alloy |
| Glass | 3.2 mm tempered | 3.2 mm tempered |
| Junction box rating | IP65 | IP68 |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years |
| Output warranty | 95% output for 5 years, 90% for 10 years, 80% for 25 years | 25-year power output warranty |
| Released | 2025-08 | 2026-06 |
