GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 vs Solis S6-GR1P5K-S
AC power: GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 5 kW, Solis S6-GR1P5K-S 5 kW. The GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 is better on 5 of 8 comparable points.
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Both models in detail
Who wins where
- GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40
- Solis S6-GR1P5K-S
Biggest differences
| Fact | GW5K-DNS-G40 | S6-GR1P5K-S |
|---|---|---|
| MPPT voltage min. | 40 V | 90 V |
| Max. input current per MPPT | 20 A | 16 A |
| Weight | 9.2 kg | 9 kg |
Score per area = position (0–100) relative to all 263 models in this category; higher is better.
| Technical specifications | GoodWeGW5K-DNS-G40 | SolisS6-GR1P5K-S |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| AC power | 5 kW1 | 5 kW2 |
| Max. PV array power | – | 7.5 kWp3 |
| MPP trackers | 21 | 23 |
| Efficiency | ||
| Max. efficiency | 98.1 %✓1 | 97.7 %3 |
| European efficiency | 97.4 %✓1 | 97.1 %3 |
| Noise | ||
| Noise | – | 20 dB(A)3 |
| Electrical | ||
| MPPT voltage min. | 40 V✓1 | 90 V3 |
| MPPT voltage max. | 560 V✓1 | 550 V3 |
| Max. input current per MPPT | 20 A✓1 | 16 A3 |
| Phases | 11 | 12 |
| Connectivity & smart | ||
| Hybrid (battery-ready) | – | No2 |
| Wi-Fi / monitoring | Yes1 | – |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| IP rating | IP661 | IP663 |
| Width | 358 mm1 | 330 mm3 |
| Height | 323 mm1 | 371 mm3 |
| Depth | 165 mm1 | 161 mm3 |
| Weight | 9.2 kg1 | 9 kg✓3 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 or the Solis S6-GR1P5K-S?
AC power: GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 5 kW, Solis S6-GR1P5K-S 5 kW. The GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 is better on 5 of 8 comparable points.
What is the AC power of the GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 and the Solis S6-GR1P5K-S?
GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40: 5 kW. Solis S6-GR1P5K-S: 5 kW.
Which is better on MPPT voltage min.: the GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 or the Solis S6-GR1P5K-S?
GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40: 40 V. Solis S6-GR1P5K-S: 90 V.
Which is better on max. input current per MPPT: the GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40 or the Solis S6-GR1P5K-S?
GoodWe GW5K-DNS-G40: 20 A. Solis S6-GR1P5K-S: 16 A.
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Sources
- DNS G4 Series 3–6 kW string inverter (EMEA) – datasheet, EN-EMEA V1.1 (20250617) — GoodWe Technologies Co., Ltd. · accessed 27 Sept 2026
- ENA Type Test Register (inverters) — Energy Networks Association (ENA) · accessed 27 Sept 2026
- Solis Single Phase Grid-Tied Inverters S6-GR1P(2.5-6)K-S Datasheet, 1.0 — GINLONG TECHNOLOGIES CO.,LTD. · accessed 29 Sept 2026