Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W vs JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W wins this comparison by a clear margin. It leads in efficiency (21.3% vs 20.8%) and matches or exceeds on warranty (12 vs 12 years). For most residential installations, the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W is the stronger choice.
Key Differences
- • Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W is rated at 460W while JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W is rated at 400W, a 60W difference.
- • Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W achieves 21.3% efficiency vs 20.8% for the other, a 0.5 percentage point gap.
- • Both carry matching 12-year product warranties.
- • Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W has a superior temperature coefficient of -0.34%/°C vs -0.35%/°C, retaining more power in hot climates.
Specifications Breakdown
Module Efficiency
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W achieves 21.3% module efficiency compared to JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W's 20.8%, meaning Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W converts 0.5 percentage points more sunlight into electricity per square meter. In practical terms, the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W produces 230.2 watts per square meter of panel area while the JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W produces 200.2 W/m². For rooftop installations where space is limited, this efficiency gap determines how many kilowatts you can fit on your available roof area. Over a 25-year system life, even a small efficiency advantage compounds into meaningful additional energy production.
Power Output
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W delivers 460W per panel versus 400W for the JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W, a 60W difference per module. To build an 8 kW residential system, you would need 18 Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W panels or 20 JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W panels. Choosing the higher-wattage option saves 2 panels, reducing total racking hardware, wiring, and installation labor costs. Higher wattage per panel is particularly valuable for commercial-scale installations where panel count directly impacts balance-of-system costs.
Temperature Coefficient
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W has a temperature coefficient of -0.34%/°C versus -0.35%/°C for the JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W. On a hot summer day when cell temperature reaches 65°C (40°C above the 25°C STC baseline), the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W retains 93.2% of its rated power while the other retains 93.0%. While the numerical gap is modest, it still accumulates over decades of summer production, especially in southern latitudes with prolonged peak heat hours.
Warranty Coverage
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W is backed by a 12-year product warranty and 25-year performance guarantee, while the JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W offers 12-year product and 25-year performance coverage. Both offer identical product warranty duration. Based on their published degradation rates (1.5% first year then 0.5%/year for Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W; 1.5% first year then 0.5%/year for JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W), after 25 years the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W should retain approximately 86.5% of original output versus 86.5% for the JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W. The end-of-life output levels are closely matched.
Physical Dimensions & Weight
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W measures 1762×1134×30mm and weighs 23 kg, while the JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W measures 1762×1134×30mm at 22 kg. 2.00 m² of panel area for the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W versus 2.00 m² for the JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W. Their weights are closely matched, so neither panel imposes a significantly different structural load on the mounting system. Similar footprints mean both panels fit comparably on standard residential rooftop configurations.
Specification Comparison
| Specification | Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W | JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 460W | 400W |
| Efficiency | 21.3% | 20.8% |
| Power Density | 21.4 W/sq ft | 18.6 W/sq ft |
| Cell Type | PERC Mono | PERC Mono |
| Bifacial | Yes | No |
| Weight | 23 kg | 22 kg |
| Temp Coefficient | -0.34%/°C | -0.35%/°C |
| Snow Load | 5400 Pa | 5400 Pa |
| Wind Load | 2400 Pa | 2400 Pa |
| Product Warranty | 12 years | 12 years |
| Performance Warranty | 25 years | 25 years |
| Degradation (Year 1) | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Annual Degradation | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Country | China | China |
5-Dimension Head-to-Head Analysis
1. Efficiency & Power Density
Winner: Astronergy ASTRO N5 460WThe Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W achieves 21.3% efficiency versus 20.8% — a 0.5 percentage point advantage. On a typical 30-panel residential roof, this translates to approximately 1.8 kW more total system capacity, or 9 kWh more annual production in an average US location.
2. Hot Climate Performance
Winner: Astronergy ASTRO N5 460WThe Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W has a better temperature coefficient of -0.34%/°C versus -0.35%/°C. On a 45°C summer day (20°C above STC), the winner retains 93.2% of rated power versus 93.0%. The difference is modest but accumulates over 25 years of summer production.
3. Durability & Warranty
Winner: TieBoth panels offer identical 12-year product warranties and 0.5% annual degradation. Neither has a durability advantage.
4. Power Output
Winner: Astronergy ASTRO N5 460WThe Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W delivers 460W versus 400W per panel — 60W more. For an 8 kW system, you need 18 panels with the higher-wattage option versus 20 panels, saving 2 panels and the associated racking and labor costs.
5. Cell Technology
Winner: TieBoth panels use PERC Mono cell technology. No technology advantage for either product.
Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W
The ASTRO N5 is a mid-range PERC panel delivering 460W for residential and commercial installations at a value price point.
Pros
- + Good value per watt
- + Mid-size format
- + CHINT Group backing
- + Widely available globally
Cons
- - Older PERC technology
- - Standard efficiency
- - Less known in US
JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W
The Tiger Pro 60HC delivers 400W using PERC technology in a half-cut cell design for improved shade tolerance and reliability.
Pros
- + Proven PERC technology
- + Half-cut cell design
- + Good shade tolerance
- + Affordable
Cons
- - Older technology
- - Lower efficiency
- - Standard warranty
Choose Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W If...
- ✓ Your roof space is limited and you need maximum power per panel
- ✓ You want fewer panels to reach your target system size, reducing racking and labor costs
- ✓ You live in a hot climate (Arizona, Texas, Florida) where heat performance matters
- ✓ Value-oriented projects seeking competitive PERC pricing from a global manufacturer.
Choose JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W If...
- ✓ Budget installations wanting proven JinkoSolar reliability at a lower price.
Our Recommendation
We recommend the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W for most buyers in this comparison. It wins 3 of 5 key dimensions and offers a clear advantage in the metrics that matter most for a solar panel purchase. The JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W remains a good product, but the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W delivers better overall value for the majority of installations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W or JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W?
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W wins this comparison by a clear margin. It leads in efficiency (21.3% vs 20.8%) and matches or exceeds on warranty (12 vs 12 years). For most residential installations, the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W is the stronger choice.
Which panel is more efficient, Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W or JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W?
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W at 21.3% module efficiency. Higher efficiency means more watts per square foot of roof space, which is critical for space-constrained installations. The difference of 0.5 percentage points translates to approximately 60W per panel under standard test conditions.
Which has a better warranty, Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W or JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W?
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W comes with a 12-year product warranty and 25-year performance guarantee. The JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W offers 12-year product and 25-year performance warranties. Both offer identical warranty terms.
Which panel performs better in hot weather?
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W has a temperature coefficient of -0.34%/°C and the JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W is -0.35%/°C. Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W retains more power in heat — important in states like Arizona, Texas, and Florida. A lower (less negative) temperature coefficient is better.
How many Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W vs JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W panels do I need for an 8 kW system?
For an 8 kW system: you need 18 Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W panels (460W each) or 20 JinkoSolar Tiger Pro 60HC 400W panels (400W each). The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W requires fewer panels, saving on racking hardware and installation labor.
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Last updated: February 2026