Jinko Solar vs RedSolar - solar panel manufacturer comparison
Jinko Solar has the broader catalog (637 vs 41 models). Jinko Solar leads on peak efficiency at 24.80%. RedSolar leans bifacial (88% 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
JinkoSolar is a global leader in the solar industry, manufacturing and distributing solar products and solutions to a diversified international customer base. They have a vertically integrated solar product value chain. The company is committed to providing clean, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
- Founded
- 2006
- Headquarters
- Shanghai, China
- Annual capacity
- 130.0 GW/year
- Employees
- 33,830
- Listed
- NYSE: JKS
- Tier 1 bankable
- Yes
Hunan Red Solar New Energy Science and Technology Co., Ltd. (RedSolar) is a state-owned high-tech enterprise incubated by the 48th Research Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC), one of China's largest Fortune 500 state-owned conglomerates. The company manufactures solar cells, PV modules...
- Founded
- 2008
- Headquarters
- Changsha, China
- Employees
- 1000-2000
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
Jinko Solar skews to higher efficiency: 29% of lineup is 23%+
RedSolar offers more 600W+ panels (61% of lineup)
Dominant cell tech: <strong>TOPCon</strong> (41%)
Dominant cell tech: <strong>TOPCon</strong> (83%)
The flagships
Written summary
Jinko Solar is one of the world's largest solar PV module manufacturers, founded in 2006 in China and listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). With over 33,800 employees and a production capacity of 130 GW, the company holds Tier 1 bankable status - meaning financial institutions globally recognize it as a creditworthy partner for project financing. RedSolar, by contrast, is a much smaller manufacturer based in Changsha, China, founded in 2008, with an estimated workforce of 1,000 to 2,000 employees. RedSolar does not appear on recognized Tier 1 bankability lists, is not publicly traded, and according to available sources has not secured external funding. No modules from RedSolar are present in the product databases used for this comparison, making a direct technical comparison impossible.
Jinko Solar's portfolio of 545 modules spans a broad range of applications. Its leading cell technology is TOPCon (N-type), accounting for approximately 39% of the lineup, with a maximum module efficiency of 24.8% and an average portfolio efficiency of around 22%. Maximum output reaches 735 Wp, approximately 32% of modules are bifacial, the average temperature coefficient for Pmax is -0.308%/°C, and the average product warranty stands at nearly 28.5 years. These characteristics make Jinko a strong fit for residential rooftop installs, utility-scale ground-mount projects, and commercial C&I applications alike. The company has logged over 300 GW of global installations and has been a PVEL Top Performer for 11 consecutive years. RedSolar's technical portfolio cannot be assessed due to the absence of indexed product data.
For international buyers evaluating the two manufacturers, Jinko Solar is the clear choice where product traceability, bankability for project finance, and documented performance data are required. RedSolar may operate as a regional or niche supplier, but without verified technical specifications, warranty terms, or third-party performance validation, procurement risk is materially higher. Buyers considering RedSolar should request independent test certifications and financial references before proceeding.
Generated by Claude Sonnet · 2026-05-13
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