Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W vs Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W
The Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W wins this comparison by a decisive margin. It offers better long-term durability with 25-year warranty. For most residential installations, the Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W is the stronger choice.
Key Differences
- • Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W is rated at 410W while Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W is rated at 460W, a 50W difference.
- • Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W achieves 21.3% efficiency vs 21.2% for the other, a 0.1 percentage point gap.
- • Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W comes with a 25-year product warranty vs 12 years for the other.
Specifications Breakdown
Module Efficiency
The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W achieves 21.3% module efficiency compared to Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W's 21.2%, meaning Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W converts 0.1 percentage points more sunlight into electricity per square meter. In practical terms, the Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W produces 210.0 watts per square meter of panel area while the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W produces 230.2 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 410W for the Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W, a 50W difference per module. To build an 8 kW residential system, you would need 20 Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W panels or 18 Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W 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
Both panels share an identical temperature coefficient of -0.34%/°C, meaning they lose power at the same rate as cell temperature rises above the 25°C standard test baseline. At 65°C cell temperature, both retain 93.2% of rated power. Neither panel has a thermal performance advantage, which makes this specification a non-factor in the comparison.
Warranty Coverage
The Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W is backed by a 25-year product warranty and 30-year performance guarantee, while the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W offers 12-year product and 25-year performance coverage. The Silfab SIL-410-BG 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 Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W; 1.5% first year then 0.5%/year for Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W), after 25 years the Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W should retain approximately 89.4% of original output versus 86.5% for the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W. This 2.9 percentage point gap in end-of-life output meaningfully impacts lifetime energy economics.
Physical Dimensions & Weight
The Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W measures 1722×1134×30mm and weighs 21 kg, while the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W measures 1762×1134×30mm at 23 kg. 1.95 m² of panel area for the Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W versus 2.00 m² for the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W. The Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W is 2.0 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 40 kg. Similar footprints mean both panels fit comparably on standard residential rooftop configurations.
Specification Comparison
| Specification | Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W | Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 410W | 460W |
| Efficiency | 21.2% | 21.3% |
| Power Density | 19.5 W/sq ft | 21.4 W/sq ft |
| Cell Type | PERC Mono | PERC Mono |
| Bifacial | No | Yes |
| Weight | 21 kg | 23 kg |
| Temp Coefficient | -0.34%/°C | -0.34%/°C |
| Snow Load | 5400 Pa | 5400 Pa |
| Wind Load | 2400 Pa | 2400 Pa |
| Product Warranty | 25 years | 12 years |
| Performance Warranty | 30 years | 25 years |
| Degradation (Year 1) | 1% | 1.5% |
| Annual Degradation | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Country | United States | 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 21.2% — a 0.1 percentage point advantage. On a typical 30-panel residential roof, this translates to approximately 1.5 kW more total system capacity, or 7 kWh more annual production in an average US location.
2. Hot Climate Performance
Winner: TieBoth panels share a temperature coefficient of -0.34%/°C — identical heat tolerance.
3. Durability & Warranty
Winner: Silfab SIL-410-BG 410WSilfab SIL-410-BG 410W leads with a 25-year product warranty versus 12 years. Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W degrades more slowly at 0.4% per year versus 0.5%. After 25 years, expect 89.4% vs 86.5% of original output for Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W and Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W respectively.
4. Power Output
Winner: Astronergy ASTRO N5 460WThe Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W delivers 460W versus 410W per panel — 50W 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.
Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W
The SIL-410-BG is Silfab's all-black residential PERC panel offering 410W with US manufacturing and a 25-year warranty.
Pros
- + US manufactured
- + All-black aesthetics
- + 25-year warranty
- + ARRA compliant
Cons
- - Standard PERC efficiency
- - Higher cost per watt
- - Limited model range
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
Choose Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W If...
- ✓ Long-term warranty protection is a top priority and you plan to stay in your home for 25+ years
- ✓ You want maximum output retention over the system's 25-30 year lifespan
- ✓ Homeowners wanting US-made, all-black panels with Buy America compliance.
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
- ✓ Value-oriented projects seeking competitive PERC pricing from a global manufacturer.
Our Recommendation
The Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W is the decisive winner in this solar panel comparison, outperforming the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W in 1 of 5 dimensions. Unless you have a specific requirement that the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W uniquely addresses, the Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W is the stronger choice for virtually every installation scenario.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W or Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W?
The Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W wins this comparison by a decisive margin. It offers better long-term durability with 25-year warranty. For most residential installations, the Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W is the stronger choice.
Which panel is more efficient, Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W or Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W?
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 0.1 percentage points translates to approximately 50W per panel under standard test conditions.
Which has a better warranty, Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W or Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W?
The Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W comes with a 25-year product warranty and 30-year performance guarantee. The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W offers 12-year product and 25-year performance warranties. Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W provides 13 additional years of product coverage.
Which panel performs better in hot weather?
The Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W has a temperature coefficient of -0.34%/°C and the Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W is -0.34%/°C. Both handle heat equally. A lower (less negative) temperature coefficient is better.
How many Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W vs Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W panels do I need for an 8 kW system?
For an 8 kW system: you need 20 Silfab SIL-410-BG 410W panels (410W each) or 18 Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W panels (460W each). The Astronergy ASTRO N5 460W requires fewer panels, saving on racking hardware and installation labor.
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Last updated: February 2026