| Cost |
More expensive |
Less expensive |
| Efficiency |
More efficient |
Less efficient |
| Aesthetics |
Solar cells are a black hue |
Solar cells have a blue-ish hue |
| Longevity |
25+ years |
25+ years |
| Shading |
Behave a little better |
More affected |
| Temperature |
Behave a little better |
More affected |
| Partial covering with snow or dirt |
Breaks down the entire circuit |
Less affected |
| Major manufacturers |
Canadian Solar
Sunpower
LG
Hyundai
SolarWorld
|
Hanwha
Kyocera
Hyundai
SolarWorld
Trina
|