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Neo Solar Power Brand review

NESE 420-54THB-M10

420 Wp TOPCon Bifacial 80%
ComparePV verdict

Middle of its segment, heavy for its output

Rank 10,637 of 14,005
Compare panels Datasheet PDF
Power (Wp)
420
Weak · bottom 16%
Efficiency (%)
21.51
Weak · bottom 20%
Density (Wp/m²)
215.1
Weak · bottom 19%
Temp (%/°C)
-0.300
Typical · median -0.290
Weight (kg)
24.5
Weak · 2.5 kg above median
Warranty (yrs)
30
Typical · median 30 yrs

The Neo Solar Power NESE 415-435-54THB-M10 series are modules designed to maximize energy yield from every square meter of roof - thanks to its bifacial design, it can also utilize reflected light from the ground, which helps to increase performance, especially on bright roofs and on the ground. The use of N-Type TOPCon cells ensures stable operation in challenging conditions and promotes slower degradation over time, which is important when planning long-term installations. The Half-Cell technology, combined with a multi-junction connection architecture, reduces electrical losses and improves resistance to partial shading, such as from chimneys, skylights, or wires. The double glass also enhances rigidity and resistance to environmental factors compared to many traditional modules with a backsheet. This is a good choice for homes, businesses, and ground-mounted installations where long-term reliability and predictable energy yield are important.

Ranking

1,218 panels in the segment TOPCon 400-450 W
Metric This panel Median Position in segment Overall rank
Module efficiency 21.51% 22.00% Weak · bottom 20% 7,894
Power density 215.1 220.2 Weak · bottom 19% 7,882
Temperature coefficient -0.300 -0.290 Typical 6,093
Weight per kWp 58.3 51.4 Weak · bottom 8% 11,670
Performance warranty 30 yrs 30 yrs Typical 21
Colour key Strong - top 25% Typical - middle 50% Weak - bottom 25%

Signals from the data

4 positive · 5 caution
Best for

Residential, commercial and shaded-installations.

Not ideal for

Weight-limited structures, roofs where every square metre has to count and tight roof space.

Watch-outs
58.3 kg per kWp

Bottom 8% of the TOPCon 400-450 W segment, against a median of 51.4. Ranked 11,670th in the whole database.

215.1 watts per square metre

Bottom 19% of the TOPCon 400-450 W segment, against a median of 220.2.

21.51% module efficiency

Bottom 20% of the TOPCon 400-450 W segment, against a median of 22.00%.

What owners get
N-Type TOPCon cells with Half-Cell design

The combination of N-Type TOPCon cells, half-cut cell architecture, and multi-busbar interconnection (16BB) reduces resistive losses and improves partial-shading tolerance compared to conventional P-Type PERC cells. N-Type technology also limits LID/LeTID degradation, resulting in more stable long-term energy yield.

Bifacial construction with dual glass

The double-glass design without a rear EVA/backsheet layer improves resistance to moisture ingress, PID, and micro-cracks, while enabling rear-side power generation. On light-colored roofs or ground-mount installations, the additional rear-side yield can realistically add several to over ten percent depending on ground albedo.

Efficiency up to 22.28%, matching segment leaders

The top-end efficiency of 22.28% is essentially on par with direct competitors in the same 415-435 Wp power class: Lina Energy LEPV 108 Nexa TOPCon (22.26%), SunLink SL5N108 (22.30%), and SunKean SKT415~435M10-108D4 (22.27%). There is no noticeable power-density gap versus the current TOPCon market standard.

30-year linear power warranty

The manufacturer provides a 30-year power output warranty, in line with the current premium standard for N-Type modules and several years longer than the typical 25-year power warranty still common among P-Type PERC modules on the market.

Trade-offs
Manufacturer not on BNEF Tier 1 list

Neo Solar Power does not appear on the current BloombergNEF Tier 1 list for PV modules, unlike some comparable manufacturers in this segment. For projects financed by banks or investment funds, where Tier 1 status is often a formal bankability requirement, this may limit access to favorable financing terms.

Shorter 12-year product warranty

The 12-year warranty covering material and workmanship defects is shorter than the standard now offered by many Tier-1 TOPCon module manufacturers (e.g., Jinko Tiger Neo, Trina Vertex N lines), which provide 15-25 years of product warranty. The gap between the 30-year power warranty and the 12-year product warranty should be verified in the terms before committing to a larger installation.

Notes from the database
  • Efficiency of 21.5% matches the TOPCon 400-450W median
  • At 215.1 W/m², this panel generates 5.1 W/m² less per unit area than TOPCon 400-450W median (220.2 W/m²)
  • Temperature coefficient of -0.30%/°C matches the TOPCon 400-450W median
  • Weight of 24.5 kg is 2.5 kg above TOPCon 400-450W median (22.0 kg) - verify structural support
  • Bifaciality factor of 80% can add 4-12% extra yield with reflective mounting surface

Specifications

Open datasheet PDF
Nominal power (Pmax) 420 Wp Nameplate at 1000 W/m², 25 °C
Module efficiency 21.51 % Weak Segment median 22.00%
Vmpp · Impp 31.50 V · 13.34 A Operating point at max power
Voc · Isc 38.00 V · 14.11 A Sizes the string length
Max system voltage 1500 V Longer strings than 1000 V modules
Dimensions 1722×1134×30 mm · 1.95 m² of roof
Weight 24.5 kg Weak Weak · 2.5 kg above median
Cells 108 · TOPCon Monocrystalline
Bifaciality 80 % Rear output as a share of front
Coefficient Pmax -0.300 %/°C Typical median -0.290 of its segment
Coefficient Voc · Isc -0.250 · 0.046 %/°C
NOCT 44 °C At 800 W/m², 20 °C ambient
Product warranty 12 years Hardware defects only
Performance warranty 30 years Typical median 30 yrs · median 30 yrs
End-of-warranty output 87.4 % Equals 367 W guaranteed

Simulations

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Lifetime output & value
30 years at 1200 kWh/kWp/year and €0.50 per kWh
Power in year 30
-
Lifetime energy
-
Energy value
-
With bifacial gain
-

Degradation from this panel's own datasheet figures. No inverter, soiling or shading losses.

Heat losses
-0.300 %/°C against a segment median of -0.290
-
Bifacial gain
Rear gain over light concrete: -
-

Model: bifaciality × albedo × 0.6 view factor. A first-order estimate, not a yield simulation.

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Size
Panel Power Eff. Temp. Weight Difference
Neo Solar Power NESE 420-54THB-M10 420 W 21.51% -0.300 24.5 kg You are here
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SPR-MAX7-470 470 W 23.70% -0.270 21.1 kg +50 W, +2.2 pp, +10 yr warranty
AIKO-A470-MAH54Mb 470 W 23.60% -0.260 21.5 kg +50 W, cooler, +2.1 pp
AIKO-A460-MAH54Mb 460 W 23.60% -0.290 20.5 kg +40 W, lighter, +2.1 pp
HSM-BD54-LA470 470 W 23.60% -0.260 21.5 kg +50 W, cooler, +2.1 pp
NESE 415-54THB-M10 415 W 21.25% -0.300 24.5 kg -0.3 pp
NESE 425-54THB-M10 425 W 21.76% -0.300 24.5 kg +0.2 pp
NESE 430-54THB-M10 430 W 22.02% -0.300 24.5 kg +10 W, +0.5 pp
NESE 435-54THB-M10 435 W 22.28% -0.300 24.5 kg +15 W, +0.8 pp
LR7-54HJD-510M 510 W 25.00% -0.240 23.5 kg +90 W, cooler, +3.5 pp
AIKO-A495-MCE54Mw 495 W 24.80% -0.260 21.0 kg +75 W, cooler, +3.3 pp
LR7-54HJD-505M 505 W 24.70% -0.240 23.5 kg +85 W, cooler, +3.2 pp
AIKO-A490-MCE54Mw 490 W 24.50% -0.260 21.0 kg +70 W, cooler, +3.0 pp
LR7-54HJD-500M 500 W 24.50% -0.240 23.5 kg +80 W, cooler, +3.0 pp
CIPRO-TN9C54M-500W 500 W 24.50% -0.260 21.4 kg +80 W, cooler, +3.0 pp

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Common questions

6 answered
What warranty do the Neo Solar Power NESE 415-435-54THB-M10 panels come with?
The NESE 415-435-54THB-M10 series comes with a 12-year product warranty covering material and manufacturing defects, plus a 30-year linear power output warranty. Thanks to N-Type TOPCon cell technology, annual degradation is lower than in conventional P-Type PERC modules — typically around 0.4% per year — meaning the panels retain more of their rated output after 15 or 25 years of operation, making the long-term energy yield more predictable.
Do the bifacial NESE 415-435-54THB-M10 panels make sense on a standard pitched roof?
On a dark ceramic or asphalt roof, the bifacial gain will be minimal since the rear glass has little reflective surface beneath it. The bifacial advantage is most pronounced on light-colored substrates: white roofing membranes, light concrete, sand, or short grass. In ground-mounted systems with adequate tilt, rear-side irradiance can add several to over ten percent in additional yield. On a typical dark roof the module performs like a standard monofacial panel — no downside, just limited bifacial upside.
How does N-Type TOPCon technology in the NESE 415-435-54THB-M10 differ from common PERC cells?
N-Type TOPCon cells feature a thin passivating tunnel oxide layer that significantly reduces carrier recombination. In practice this translates to higher cell efficiency (typically 22–23%) and slower long-term degradation — roughly 0.4% per year versus ~0.55% for PERC. TOPCon modules also perform better in high-temperature conditions and under low-light irradiance (overcast days, early mornings, late evenings), which is particularly relevant in Central European climates with many diffuse-light hours.
What are the benefits of double glass construction in the NESE 415-435-54THB-M10, and does it add complexity for rooftop installs?
Double glass replaces the conventional backsheet with a second tempered glass layer, improving structural rigidity and moisture resistance. It also significantly reduces the risk of PID (Potential Induced Degradation). The trade-off is slightly higher module weight compared to backsheet equivalents, which should be factored into racking selection and roof load calculations. For ground-mount systems and roofs with standard load capacity, double glass is a well-proven solution that supports longer service life.
What does 16BB Half-Cell architecture in the NESE 415-435-54THB-M10 mean for shading performance?
16BB refers to 16 busbars per cell — more busbars shorten current paths, reducing resistive losses and improving resilience against microcracks. Half-cut cells split each wafer in two, halving the operating current and cutting resistive heating. Combined, these features mean that partial shading from a chimney, dormer, or cable shadows only a fraction of the module's circuit, so the unshaded portion continues generating power with minimal loss — a practical benefit on complex residential rooftops.
Is Neo Solar Power a reputable manufacturer, and where are the NESE 415-435-54THB-M10 panels made?
Neo Solar Power is a Taiwanese PV manufacturer with a long track record in the solar industry. Taiwan's semiconductor and PV manufacturing culture is well regarded for precision and quality control. The company does not currently appear on Bloomberg NEF Tier 1 lists — worth noting because Tier 1 reflects bankability ratings, not necessarily technical product quality. Before purchasing, it is advisable to verify current IEC certification status and review any available third-party test lab results.
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