Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W vs Waaree WS-545 Bifacial
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W wins this comparison by a decisive margin. It leads in efficiency (21.3% vs 21.2%) and matches or exceeds on warranty (25 vs 12 years). For most residential installations, the Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W is the stronger choice.
Key Differences
- • Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W is rated at 410W while Waaree WS-545 Bifacial is rated at 545W, a 135W difference.
- • Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W achieves 21.3% efficiency vs 21.2% for the other, a 0.1 percentage point gap.
- • Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W comes with a 25-year product warranty vs 12 years for the other.
- • Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W has a superior temperature coefficient of -0.29%/°C vs -0.3%/°C, retaining more power in hot climates.
- • Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W uses TOPCon N-type cells while Waaree WS-545 Bifacial uses TOPCon N-type Bifacial cells, representing different technology generations.
Specifications Breakdown
Module Efficiency
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W achieves 21.3% module efficiency compared to Waaree WS-545 Bifacial's 21.2%, meaning Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W converts 0.1 percentage points more sunlight into electricity per square meter. In practical terms, the Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W produces 210.0 watts per square meter of panel area while the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial produces 211.0 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 Waaree WS-545 Bifacial delivers 545W per panel versus 410W for the Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W, a 135W difference per module. To build an 8 kW residential system, you would need 20 Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W panels or 15 Waaree WS-545 Bifacial panels. Choosing the higher-wattage option saves 5 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 Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W has a temperature coefficient of -0.29%/°C versus -0.3%/°C for the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial. On a hot summer day when cell temperature reaches 65°C (40°C above the 25°C STC baseline), the Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W retains 94.2% of its rated power while the other retains 94.0%. 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 Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W is backed by a 25-year product warranty and 25-year performance guarantee, while the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial offers 12-year product and 30-year performance coverage. The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W provides 13 additional years of defect protection, covering manufacturing issues, material failures, and premature performance loss. Based on their published degradation rates (1% first year then 0.4%/year for Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W; 1% first year then 0.4%/year for Waaree WS-545 Bifacial), after 25 years the Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W should retain approximately 89.4% of original output versus 89.4% for the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial. The end-of-life output levels are closely matched.
Physical Dimensions & Weight
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W measures 1722×1134×30mm and weighs 20.8 kg, while the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial measures 2278×1134×35mm at 28 kg. 1.95 m² of panel area for the Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W versus 2.58 m² for the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial. The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W is 7.2 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 144 kg. The more compact Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W may be easier to fit on irregularly shaped or space-limited rooftops.
Specification Comparison
| Specification | Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W | Waaree WS-545 Bifacial |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 410W | 545W |
| Efficiency | 21.3% | 21.2% |
| Power Density | 19.5 W/sq ft | 19.6 W/sq ft |
| Cell Type | TOPCon N-type | TOPCon N-type Bifacial |
| Bifacial | No | Yes |
| Weight | 20.8 kg | 28 kg |
| Temp Coefficient | -0.29%/°C | -0.3%/°C |
| Snow Load | 5400 Pa | 5400 Pa |
| Wind Load | 2400 Pa | 2400 Pa |
| Product Warranty | 25 years | 12 years |
| Performance Warranty | 25 years | 30 years |
| Degradation (Year 1) | 1% | 1% |
| Annual Degradation | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Country | South Korea | India |
5-Dimension Head-to-Head Analysis
1. Efficiency & Power Density
Winner: Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410WThe Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W achieves 21.3% efficiency versus 21.2% — a 0.1 percentage point advantage. On a typical 30-panel residential roof, this translates to approximately 4.0 kW more total system capacity, or 19 kWh more annual production in an average US location.
2. Hot Climate Performance
Winner: Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410WThe Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W has a better temperature coefficient of -0.29%/°C versus -0.3%/°C. On a 45°C summer day (20°C above STC), the winner retains 94.2% of rated power versus 94.0%. The difference is modest but accumulates over 25 years of summer production.
3. Durability & Warranty
Winner: Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410WHanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W leads with a 25-year product warranty versus 12 years. After 25 years, expect 89.4% vs 89.4% of original output for Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W and Waaree WS-545 Bifacial respectively.
4. Power Output
Winner: Waaree WS-545 BifacialThe Waaree WS-545 Bifacial delivers 545W versus 410W per panel — 135W more. For an 8 kW system, you need 15 panels with the higher-wattage option versus 20 panels, saving 5 panels and the associated racking and labor costs.
5. Cell Technology
Winner: TieThe Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W uses TOPCon N-type: TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) adds a thin tunnel oxide layer to reduce recombination losses, achieving higher efficiency than PERC while being manufacturable on existing production lines. The Waaree WS-545 Bifacial uses TOPCon N-type Bifacial: TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) adds a thin tunnel oxide layer to reduce recombination losses, achieving higher efficiency than PERC while being manufacturable on existing production lines. Both are equivalent-generation technologies.
Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S delivers 410W N-type TOPCon performance in a compact residential format with a strong 25-year warranty.
Pros
- + 25-year product warranty
- + N-type TOPCon cells
- + Compact size
- + Korean quality
Cons
- - Moderate wattage
- - Premium pricing
- - Limited color options
Waaree WS-545 Bifacial
The Waaree WS-545 Bifacial is a 545W TOPCon N-type bifacial panel from India's largest solar module manufacturer. Waaree Energies has rapidly scaled to become a top-10 global solar manufacturer, and the WS-545 represents their flagship utility and commercial product. The bifacial design captures reflected light from the rear side for 5-25% additional energy gain depending on ground albedo. The N-type TOPCon cells deliver -0.30%/°C temperature coefficient and lower degradation than PERC. Waaree's Indian manufacturing provides an alternative supply chain to Chinese panels, particularly relevant for markets implementing anti-dumping duties.
Pros
- + Indian manufacturing — alternative to Chinese supply chain
- + Bifacial design adds 5-25% energy gain from rear side
- + TOPCon N-type with -0.30%/°C temp coefficient
- + Competitive pricing — among the most affordable TOPCon bifacial panels
- + 30-year performance warranty with low 0.4% annual degradation
- + Waaree is India's largest module manufacturer with 12+ GW capacity
Cons
- - Limited US brand recognition and distribution
- - 12-year product warranty shorter than premium brands' 25 years
- - 545W is mid-range — Chinese competitors offer 580W+ in same size
- - Bifacial gain requires appropriate mounting (ground or elevated rack)
Choose Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W If...
- ✓ Your roof space is limited and you need maximum power per panel
- ✓ Long-term warranty protection is a top priority and you plan to stay in your home for 25+ years
- ✓ You live in a hot climate (Arizona, Texas, Florida) where heat performance matters
- ✓ You prefer newer cell technology with a longer performance improvement runway
- ✓ Residential installations valuing Korean quality with strong warranty.
Choose Waaree WS-545 Bifacial If...
- ✓ You want fewer panels to reach your target system size, reducing racking and labor costs
- ✓ You prefer newer cell technology with a longer performance improvement runway
- ✓ Commercial and utility-scale projects seeking cost-effective TOPCon bifacial panels from a non-Chinese supply chain, and ground-mount residential systems where bifacial gain is maximized.
Our Recommendation
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W is the decisive winner in this solar panel comparison, outperforming the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial in 3 of 5 dimensions. Unless you have a specific requirement that the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial uniquely addresses, the Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W is the stronger choice for virtually every installation scenario.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W or Waaree WS-545 Bifacial?
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W wins this comparison by a decisive margin. It leads in efficiency (21.3% vs 21.2%) and matches or exceeds on warranty (25 vs 12 years). For most residential installations, the Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W is the stronger choice.
Which panel is more efficient, Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W or Waaree WS-545 Bifacial?
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W 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 0.1 percentage points translates to approximately 135W per panel under standard test conditions.
Which has a better warranty, Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W or Waaree WS-545 Bifacial?
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W comes with a 25-year product warranty and 25-year performance guarantee. The Waaree WS-545 Bifacial offers 12-year product and 30-year performance warranties. Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W provides 13 additional years of product coverage.
Which panel performs better in hot weather?
The Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W has a temperature coefficient of -0.29%/°C and the Waaree WS-545 Bifacial is -0.3%/°C. Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W retains more power in heat — important in states like Arizona, Texas, and Florida. A lower (less negative) temperature coefficient is better.
How many Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W vs Waaree WS-545 Bifacial panels do I need for an 8 kW system?
For an 8 kW system: you need 20 Hanwha Q.TRON G11S 410W panels (410W each) or 15 Waaree WS-545 Bifacial panels (545W each). The Waaree WS-545 Bifacial requires fewer panels, saving on racking hardware and installation labor.
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Last updated: February 2026