Jinko vs Longi Solar Panels: Which Is Better in Pakistan?
JinkoSolar and LONGi are two of the world's largest panel makers, and both sell N-type panels in Pakistan. The Jinko Tiger Neo 575W uses TOPCon cells and the LONGi Hi-MO 7 580W uses HPDC cells. On paper they are very close: about 22.3% vs 22.5% efficiency and similar heat loss on a panel of the same size. The real difference for buyers is usually grade, price and paperwork, not brand. Our packages use Jinko Tiger Neo.
Updated 12 November 2026
Spec sheet side by side
- Model: Jinko Tiger Neo JKM575N-72HL4 vs LONGi Hi-MO 7 LR5-72HGD-580M.
- Cell type: N-type TOPCon vs N-type HPDC.
- Rated power: 575W vs 580W.
- Efficiency: about 22.26% vs about 22.5%.
- Temperature coefficient (Pmax): about -0.29%/°C vs about -0.28%/°C.
- Size: about 2,278 x 1,134 mm for both.
- Faces: the Jinko 72HL4 is monofacial; the Hi-MO 7 HGD model is bifacial dual-glass.
- Cells: 144 half-cut cells in both.
Figures come from the Jinko datasheet and retailer datasheet listings; check the maker's current datasheet for the exact model you buy.
On paper these numbers are close enough that you would struggle to measure the difference on a real roof. Both panels weigh roughly 28 to 32 kg depending on the glass, so the structure and handling are the same.
Technology: TOPCon vs HPDC
Both are N-type, so both avoid most of the first-year light-induced loss of older P-type PERC panels. TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) is the most widely produced N-type design today, used by Jinko's Tiger Neo series. LONGi's Hi-MO 7 uses its own HPDC cell design. For a home owner, the practical difference between the two is small; both perform well in heat compared with older panels. Read more in our N-type vs P-type guide (N-Type vs P-Type Solar Panels).
Both designs use half-cut cells with multiple busbars, which lowers resistance losses and limits the effect of partial shade on the whole panel.
Heat performance on Pakistani roofs
On a summer roof, cells can reach 65°C or more, about 40 degrees above the test temperature.
- Jinko at -0.29%/°C: about 11.6% below its label at that temperature.
- LONGi at -0.28%/°C: about 11.2% below its label.
That gap is tiny, around 0.4 percentage points. Airflow behind the panel, dust and shade make a bigger difference than the brand.
Bifacial vs monofacial
The Hi-MO 7 model compared here is bifacial, so its back side can collect reflected light. That helps on elevated structures over a light-coloured roof, where the back gets real light. On panels mounted low over a dark roof, the gain is small. The Jinko 72HL4 is monofacial, which suits most standard rooftop structures. If you plan an elevated structure over a white roof, bifacial panels from either brand are worth considering.
Price per watt in Pakistan
Market trackers in 2026 put LONGi and Canadian Solar panels around Rs 42 to 51 per watt and premium N-type bifacial panels around Rs 42 to 52 per watt (Phoneworld, 2026). Jinko 585W listings on comparison sites ranged widely, from about Rs 17,000 to Rs 29,250 per panel, which suggests stale or unclear listings (Qeemat, 2026). Prices change weekly, so treat these as a snapshot. A panel far below the going rate deserves questions about its grade; see our A grade vs B grade guide (A Grade vs B Grade Solar Panels: What Is the Difference?).
When comparing quotes, divide the panel price by its wattage to get the per-watt rate, and make sure both quotes name the exact model, grade and whether the panel is monofacial or bifacial. A bifacial dual-glass model usually costs a little more than a monofacial one.
Availability and fakes
Both brands are popular in Pakistan, which also makes them targets for mislabelled stock. ARY News reported warnings, including from LONGi, about lower-grade panels sold as A grade. For either brand:
- Match the label model and serial with the invoice.
- Check serials with the maker or its local partner where possible.
- Inspect cells for marks and the frame for damage.
- Keep photos of labels for warranty claims.
Company background
Both companies are among the largest solar manufacturers in the world and appear on BloombergNEF's tier 1 list of bankable makers. JinkoSolar has shipped its Tiger Neo N-type series widely since 2022. LONGi built its name on mono PERC panels before moving to new N-type and back-contact designs such as Hi-MO 7 and later models. Tier 1 status shows a maker is financially strong; it does not grade individual panels, so the checks in the next section still apply to both.
Warranty
Both makers publish product and performance warranties on their datasheets, and terms can differ by model and market. Check the datasheet of the exact model and ask the seller who handles claims in Pakistan. The warranty terms for panels in our packages are on our Warranty page (Return & Refund Policy), and our warranty guide (Solar Warranty Guide for Pakistan) explains product vs performance cover.
Every package from 1.15kW to 20.7kW uses the same JinkoSolar Tiger Neo N-type 575W panel (JKM575N-72HL4). Using one panel model across the range keeps strings matched, makes expansion simpler and lets us list the exact model on every product page. It is a monofacial panel, which suits standard L-frame rooftop structures.
Real output: what to expect on your roof
A 575W or 580W label is measured in lab conditions at 25°C cell temperature. On a Pakistani roof, expect each panel to deliver roughly 400 to 450W at a hot, sunny midday, more on cool clear days in spring. Over a year, each kW of either brand makes about 4 to 5 units a day on average across most of Pakistan.
So a 10-panel array of either brand makes almost the same units. Shade, tilt, dust and string design will decide your output far more than the 5W gap between these two models. Keep panels clean, as our cleaning guide (Solar Panel Cleaning and Maintenance Guide) explains.
Which should you buy?
- Standard rooftop structure, best value per watt: either brand's A-grade N-type panel; choose the better documented offer.
- Elevated structure over a light roof: consider a bifacial model.
- Hot city and small roof: both are good N-type choices; small spec differences matter less than grade and installation.
To see the panel in complete systems, browse the 5kW page (5kW Solar System) or the full price list (All Solar Systems).
