Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W vs Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W
The Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W wins this comparison by a clear margin. It delivers more power (440W vs 370W). For most residential installations, the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W is the stronger choice.
Key Differences
- • Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W is rated at 370W while Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W is rated at 440W, a 70W difference.
- • Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W achieves 20.28% efficiency vs 20.21% for the other, a 0.1 percentage point gap.
- • Both carry matching 25-year product warranties.
- • Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W has a superior temperature coefficient of -0.35%/°C vs -0.36%/°C, retaining more power in hot climates.
Specifications Breakdown
Module Efficiency
The Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W achieves 20.28% module efficiency compared to Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W's 20.21%, meaning Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W converts 0.1 percentage points more sunlight into electricity per square meter. In practical terms, the Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W produces 200.4 watts per square meter of panel area while the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W produces 202.1 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 Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W delivers 440W per panel versus 370W for the Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W, a 70W difference per module. To build an 8 kW residential system, you would need 22 Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W panels or 19 Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W panels. Choosing the higher-wattage option saves 3 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 Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W has a temperature coefficient of -0.35%/°C versus -0.36%/°C for the Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W. On a hot summer day when cell temperature reaches 65°C (40°C above the 25°C STC baseline), the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W retains 93.0% of its rated power while the other retains 92.8%. 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 Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W is backed by a 25-year product warranty and 30-year performance guarantee, while the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W offers 25-year product and 30-year performance coverage. Both offer identical product warranty duration. Based on their published degradation rates (1% first year then 0.54%/year for Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W; 1% first year then 0.54%/year for Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W), after 25 years the Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W should retain approximately 86.0% of original output versus 86.0% for the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W. The end-of-life output levels are closely matched.
Physical Dimensions & Weight
The Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W measures 1762×1048×35mm and weighs 20.5 kg, while the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W measures 2095×1039×40mm at 24.1 kg. 1.85 m² of panel area for the Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W versus 2.18 m² for the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W. The Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W is 3.6 kg lighter per panel, which reduces structural load requirements on the roof and makes handling easier during installation. For a 20-panel system, that is a total weight difference of 72 kg. The more compact Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W may be easier to fit on irregularly shaped or space-limited rooftops.
Specification Comparison
| Specification | Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W | Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 370W | 440W |
| Efficiency | 20.28% | 20.21% |
| Power Density | 18.6 W/sq ft | 18.8 W/sq ft |
| Cell Type | PERC Mono | PERC Mono |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Weight | 20.5 kg | 24.1 kg |
| Temp Coefficient | -0.36%/°C | -0.35%/°C |
| Snow Load | 5400 Pa | 5400 Pa |
| Wind Load | 4000 Pa | 4000 Pa |
| Product Warranty | 25 years | 25 years |
| Performance Warranty | 30 years | 30 years |
| Degradation (Year 1) | 1% | 1% |
| Annual Degradation | 0.54% | 0.54% |
| Country | Vietnam | Vietnam |
5-Dimension Head-to-Head Analysis
1. Efficiency & Power Density
Winner: Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370WThe Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W achieves 20.28% efficiency versus 20.21% — a 0.1 percentage point advantage. On a typical 30-panel residential roof, this translates to approximately 2.1 kW more total system capacity, or 10 kWh more annual production in an average US location.
2. Hot Climate Performance
Winner: Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440WThe Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W has a better temperature coefficient of -0.35%/°C versus -0.36%/°C. On a 45°C summer day (20°C above STC), the winner retains 93.0% of rated power versus 92.8%. The difference is modest but accumulates over 25 years of summer production.
3. Durability & Warranty
Winner: TieBoth panels offer identical 25-year product warranties and 0.54% annual degradation. Neither has a durability advantage.
4. Power Output
Winner: Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440WThe Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W delivers 440W versus 370W per panel — 70W more. For an 8 kW system, you need 19 panels with the higher-wattage option versus 22 panels, saving 3 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.
Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W
Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 is a 370W all-black residential panel with DNA technology, designed for aesthetic rooftop installations with strong value pricing.
Pros
- + All-black design for aesthetic residential rooftops
- + Lightweight at 20.5 kg
- + Budget-friendly price per watt
- + 30-year performance warranty
Cons
- - Lower 370W output requires more panels
- - 20.28% efficiency below premium tier
- - No bifacial option in this model
Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W
Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 is a 440W all-black monofacial panel with 144 half-cut cells, designed for commercial and large residential systems.
Pros
- + 440W output in a full-size 144-cell format
- + All-black aesthetic design
- + 30-year performance warranty
- + Competitive pricing
Cons
- - Larger dimensions require more roof space
- - 20.21% efficiency is moderate
- - No bifacial capability
Choose Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W If...
- ✓ Your roof space is limited and you need maximum power per panel
- ✓ Budget-conscious homeowners who want an attractive all-black panel with reliable performance and long warranty coverage.
Choose Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W If...
- ✓ 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
- ✓ Commercial installations and large residential systems needing high wattage with clean all-black aesthetics.
Our Recommendation
We recommend the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W for most buyers in this comparison. It wins 2 of 5 key dimensions and offers a clear advantage in the metrics that matter most for a solar panel purchase. The Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W remains a good product, but the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W delivers better overall value for the majority of installations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W or Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W?
The Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W wins this comparison by a clear margin. It delivers more power (440W vs 370W). For most residential installations, the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W is the stronger choice.
Which panel is more efficient, Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W or Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W?
The Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W at 20.28% module efficiency. Higher efficiency means more watts per square foot of roof space, which is critical for space-constrained installations. The difference of 0.1 percentage points translates to approximately 70W per panel under standard test conditions.
Which has a better warranty, Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W or Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W?
The Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W comes with a 25-year product warranty and 30-year performance guarantee. The Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W offers 25-year product and 30-year performance warranties. Both offer identical warranty terms.
Which panel performs better in hot weather?
The Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W has a temperature coefficient of -0.36%/°C and the Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W is -0.35%/°C. Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W retains more power in heat — important in states like Arizona, Texas, and Florida. A lower (less negative) temperature coefficient is better.
How many Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W vs Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W panels do I need for an 8 kW system?
For an 8 kW system: you need 22 Aptos Solar DNA-120-MF26 370W panels (370W each) or 19 Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W panels (440W each). The Aptos Solar DNA-144-MF26 440W requires fewer panels, saving on racking hardware and installation labor.
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Last updated: February 2026