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JinkoSolar Review 2026

JinkoSolar manufactures 7 models across solar panels. Efficiency range 20.8%–22.8%.

Headquartered in China · Manufacturing in China

Founded 2006 by Li Xiande · Headquartered in Shanghai, China

Parent company: JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.

Listed: NYSE:JKS

86
SolarSpec Score
B+
Grade B+
across 7 models
✓ 5/7 datasheet-verified (71%)
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JinkoSolar at a glance

78 GW
Annual shipments
14.5%
Global market share
20+ yr
In business (since 2006)
Headquarters
Shanghai, China
Product Lines
1 category
Solar Panels
Manufacturing
China · Malaysia · United States · Vietnam
Primary Market
China · EU · US · Latin America · Asia-Pacific

Certifications: IEC 61215 · IEC 61730 · UL 1703 · CEC Listed · TUV

Warranty: 12-yr product · 30-yr performance

Key milestones

  • 2006 Founded in Shanghai
  • 2010 IPO on NYSE (JKS)
  • 2016 Became #1 global solar module shipper by volume
  • 2022 Launched Tiger Neo TOPCon series

Source: www.jinkosolar.com/en/site/aboutus · Last updated 2026-05-27

JinkoSolar Pros & Cons (data-driven)

+ Pros

  • Average panel efficiency 22.1% exceeds industry baseline 21%
  • Average product warranty 14.1yr exceeds industry baseline 12yr
  • Strong heat tolerance (-0.3%/°C, better than industry -0.32%/°C)
  • Low annual degradation 0.43%/yr (industry average ~0.5%/yr)

Cons

  • Distributor and installer pricing varies — direct retail rarely available
  • Some 2026 models depend on regional distributor availability

Pros and cons calculated against industry baselines: 21% panel efficiency, 12yr panel warranty, -0.32%/°C temp coeff, 90% battery RTE.

Current JinkoSolar Product List (7)

Solar Panels (7)

Model Wattage Efficiency Warranty Verified Score Details
Tiger Neo 615W 615W 22.8% 15/30 yr 94 (A) View →
Tiger Neo N-type 480W 480W 22.7% 15/30 yr 93 (A) View →
Tiger Neo 475W 475W 22.6% 15/30 yr 93 (A) View →
Tiger Neo 440W 440W 22.2% 15/30 yr 91 (A) View →
Tiger Neo S 430W 430W 22% 15/30 yr 85 (B+) View →
Tiger Pro 550W 550W 21.4% 12/25 yr 78 (B) View →
Tiger Pro 60HC 400W 400W 20.8% 12/25 yr 69 (C+) View →

Spec Sheet Downloads

5 manufacturer-published datasheets available for JinkoSolar products. All links go to the official PDF on the manufacturer's website.

Where JinkoSolar is Recommended

Our climate-adapted state guides recommend JinkoSolar models in 4 states.

Recent JinkoSolar News

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SolarSpec Score for JinkoSolar?

JinkoSolar earns a SolarSpec Score of 86/100 (Grade B+) based on the weighted average of all 7 models in their 2026 lineup. The score combines efficiency, warranty, temperature coefficient, and verification status. See our /methodology/ page for the full formula.

How many solar products does JinkoSolar offer in 2026?

JinkoSolar offers 7 products in their 2026 lineup: 7 solar panels.

What is the most efficient JinkoSolar solar panel?

The most efficient JinkoSolar solar panel is the Tiger Neo 615W at 22.8% efficiency with 615W output. JinkoSolar panels range from 20.8% to 22.8% efficiency across 7 models.

What warranty does JinkoSolar offer on solar panels?

JinkoSolar offers up to 15-year product warranty and up to 30-year performance warranty. Average annual degradation across the lineup is 0.43%.

Where are JinkoSolar solar panels manufactured?

JinkoSolar solar panels are manufactured in China.

Where can I download JinkoSolar datasheets?

We have direct manufacturer-published datasheet links for 5 of 7 JinkoSolar products. See the Spec Sheet Downloads section below for direct PDF links.

How we score brands

Every JinkoSolar model in our catalog is scored 0-100 using a transparent formula: efficiency (25 pts), product warranty (20 pts), performance warranty bonus (3 pts), temperature coefficient (12 pts), and datasheet verification (5 pts), on a 50-point baseline. The brand-level score is the simple average across all 7 models.

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