Yingli Solar Review 2026
Yingli Solar manufactures 2 models across solar panels. Efficiency range 21.3%–21.6%.
Headquartered in China · Manufacturing in China
Founded 1998 by Miao Liansheng · Headquartered in Baoding, Hebei, China
Parent company: Yingli Green Energy Holding Co. Ltd.
Listed: OTC:YGEHY
Yingli Solar at a glance
Certifications: IEC 61215 · IEC 61730 · UL 1703
Warranty: 12-yr product · 25-yr performance
Key milestones
- 1998 Founded in Baoding, China
- 2007 IPO on NYSE (YGE) - delisted 2020
- 2010 Official sponsor FIFA World Cup South Africa
- 2018 Completed debt restructuring
Source: www.yinglisolar.com/en/about · Last updated 2026-05-27
Yingli Pros & Cons (data-driven)
+ Pros
- ✓ Average panel efficiency 21.5% exceeds industry baseline 21%
- ✓ Low annual degradation 0.45%/yr (industry average ~0.5%/yr)
- ✓ 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 Yingli Solar Product List (2)
Solar Panels (2)
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Warranty | Verified | Score | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PANDA 3.0 PRO 430W | 430W | 21.6% | 12/30 yr | ✓ | 85 (B+) | View → |
| YLM 144 Cell 550W | 550W | 21.3% | 12/25 yr | ✓ | 77 (B) | View → |
Spec Sheet Downloads
2 manufacturer-published datasheets available for Yingli Solar products. All links go to the official PDF on the manufacturer's website.
- PDF Yingli Solar PANDA 3.0 PRO 430W datasheet →https://file.yinglisolar.com/2026/03/23/1774248725712.pdf
- PDF Yingli Solar YLM 144 Cell 550W datasheet →https://file.yinglisolar.com/2025/07/18/1752829017873.pdf
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SolarSpec Score for Yingli Solar?
Yingli Solar earns a SolarSpec Score of 81/100 (Grade B+) based on the weighted average of all 2 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 Yingli Solar offer in 2026?
Yingli Solar offers 2 products in their 2026 lineup: 2 solar panels.
What is the most efficient Yingli Solar solar panel?
The most efficient Yingli Solar solar panel is the PANDA 3.0 PRO 430W at 21.6% efficiency with 430W output. Yingli Solar panels range from 21.3% to 21.6% efficiency across 2 models.
What warranty does Yingli Solar offer on solar panels?
Yingli Solar offers up to 12-year product warranty and up to 30-year performance warranty. Average annual degradation across the lineup is 0.45%.
Where are Yingli Solar solar panels manufactured?
Yingli Solar solar panels are manufactured in China.
Where can I download Yingli Solar datasheets?
We have direct manufacturer-published datasheet links for 2 of 2 Yingli Solar products. See the Spec Sheet Downloads section below for direct PDF links.
How we score brands
Every Yingli Solar 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 2 models.
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