AKCOME vs Talesun - solar panel manufacturer comparison
Talesun has the broader catalog (144 vs 3 models). Talesun leads on peak efficiency at 24.80%. AKCOME leans bifacial (100% of lineup).
Both catalogues are read from the manufacturers' own datasheets. A brand is not scored against the market here, only against the other brand on this page.
The two companies
Talesun Solar, a subsidiary of Zhongli Group, is a leading global photovoltaic manufacturer specializing in the development, manufacturing, and delivery of high-quality solar modules and integrated PV energy solutions. The company provides clean and affordable PV energy solutions for residential, commercial, and...
- Founded
- 2010
- Headquarters
- Suzhou, China
- Annual capacity
- 5+ GW/year
- Employees
- 501
- Tier 1 bankable
- Yes
Catalogue against catalogue
An average over a catalogue describes the range a manufacturer publishes, not the module you would buy. A brand with two flagship panels and eighty older ones averages worse than one that has retired its back catalogue.
What each of them builds
Talesun skews to higher efficiency: 28% of lineup is 23%+
AKCOME offers more 600W+ panels (100% of lineup)
Dominant cell tech: <strong>HJT</strong> (100%)
Dominant cell tech: <strong>TOPCon</strong> (44%)
The flagships
Written summary
AKCOME is a Chinese solar manufacturer founded in 2006 and headquartered in Zhejiang province. The company built a reported annual module capacity of approximately 3.8 GW, but its bankability standing weakened when it was removed from BloombergNEF's Tier 1 module maker list as of 2024. That shift was accompanied by signs of reduced market visibility - some of its modules were delisted from industry tracking resources in early 2025 due to reported inaccessibility of its website. Talesun, also a China-based manufacturer, holds the stronger institutional position today: it was confirmed on BloombergNEF's Q1 2025 Tier 1 list, signalling financial stability and acceptance by the mainstream project finance community. Talesun's annual module production capacity is reported at approximately 2.8 GW, somewhat smaller than AKCOME's stated figure, but its maintained Tier 1 status gives it a clear advantage for financed projects.
On the product side, AKCOME developed a reputation for HJT (heterojunction) technology alongside PERC modules, with high-wattage HJT panels reported at efficiencies around 22.4%. However, the uncertain operational status of some AKCOME product lines in 2025 limits confidence in procurement continuity. Talesun offers a broader and currently active portfolio covering HJT, TOPCon, and PERC modules, with its HJT line achieving reported efficiencies up to 23.7% and its TOPCon series spanning a wide power range suited to both commercial rooftops and utility-scale ground mounts. The company actively showcased this diversified lineup at trade shows in 2025, underscoring its continued market engagement.
For a typical buyer in 2025, Talesun is the more defensible choice. Its active Tier 1 bankability status, confirmed product range, and stable market presence make it easier to finance and insure. AKCOME's removal from the Tier 1 list and signs of reduced market visibility introduce supply-chain and warranty-support risks that are difficult to justify unless pricing is substantially more favorable and the buyer has independently verified current distributor availability.
Generated by Claude Sonnet · 2026-06-12
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Comparisons are computed from manufacturer datasheets held in the ComparePV database and may not reflect a brand's complete current lineup. Nothing on this page is paid placement.