Sungrow Review 2026
Sungrow manufactures 7 models across inverters.
Headquartered in International · Manufacturing in Various
Founded 1997 by Cao Renxian · Headquartered in Hefei, Anhui, China
Parent company: Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd.
Listed: SZ:300274
Sungrow at a glance
Certifications: IEC 62109 · IEEE 1547 · UL 1741-SA · Rule 21 · VDE · G99
Warranty: 10-yr product
Key milestones
- 1997 Founded in Hefei, China
- 2011 Listed on Shenzhen Stock Exchange (300274)
- 2023 Became world's largest PV inverter supplier by shipments (cumulative)
Source: en.sungrowpower.com/aboutUs · Last updated 2026-05-27
Sungrow Pros & Cons (data-driven)
+ Pros
- ✓ Inverter peak efficiency averages 98.2% (above industry 97%)
- ✓ 100% of SKUs triple-verified against manufacturer datasheets
− 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 Sungrow Product List (7)
Inverters (7)
| Model | Type | AC Power | Efficiency | Warranty | Verified | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SG10RT | string | 10.0 kW | 98.5% | 10 yr | ✓ | View → |
| SH10RT | hybrid | 10.0 kW | 98.4% | 10 yr | ✓ | View → |
| SG8.0RT | string | 8.0 kW | 98.6% | 10 yr | ✓ | View → |
| SH8.0RT | hybrid | 8.0 kW | 98% | 10 yr | ✓ | View → |
| SH6.0RS | hybrid | 6.0 kW | 97.8% | 10 yr | ✓ | View → |
| SG5.0RT | string | 5.0 kW | 98.5% | 10 yr | ✓ | View → |
| SH5.0RS | hybrid | 5.0 kW | 97.8% | 10 yr | ✓ | View → |
Spec Sheet Downloads
7 manufacturer-published datasheets available for Sungrow products. All links go to the official PDF on the manufacturer's website.
- PDF Sungrow SG5.0RT String Inverter datasheet →https://en.sungrowpower.com/upload/file/20210706/DS_20210703_SH5~10RT_V1.2.1_EN.pdf
- PDF Sungrow SG8.0RT String Inverter datasheet →https://en.sungrowpower.com/upload/file/20210706/DS_20210703_SH5~10RT_V1.2.1_EN.pdf
- PDF Sungrow SH8.0RT Hybrid Inverter datasheet →https://en.sungrowpower.com/upload/file/20210706/DS_20210703_SH5~10RT_V1.2.1_EN.pdf
- PDF Sungrow SH5.0RS Hybrid Inverter datasheet →https://en.sungrowpower.com/upload/file/20210706/DS_20210703_SH5~10RT_V1.2.1_EN.pdf
- PDF Sungrow SG10RT Three-Phase String Inverter datasheet →https://en.sungrowpower.com/productDetail/3397/mv-power-converter-hybrid-inverter-sh5-0-6-0-8-0-10rt-20
- PDF Sungrow SH10RT Hybrid Inverter datasheet →https://en.sungrowpower.com/upload/file/20210706/DS_20210703_SH5~10RT_V1.2.1_EN.pdf
- PDF Sungrow SH6.0RS Hybrid Inverter datasheet →https://en.sungrowpower.com/upload/file/20210706/DS_20210703_SH5~10RT_V1.2.1_EN.pdf
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SolarSpec Score for Sungrow?
Sungrow earns a SolarSpec Score of 83/100 (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 Sungrow offer in 2026?
Sungrow offers 7 products in their 2026 lineup: 7 inverters.
Where can I download Sungrow datasheets?
We have direct manufacturer-published datasheet links for 7 of 7 Sungrow products. See the Spec Sheet Downloads section below for direct PDF links.
How we score brands
Every Sungrow 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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