Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP vs Sungrow SH5.0RS
AC power: Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP 5 kW, Sungrow SH5.0RS 5 kW. The Sungrow SH5.0RS is better on 6 of 10 comparable points.
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Both models in detail
Who wins where
- Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP
- Sungrow SH5.0RS
Biggest differences
| Fact | SPH 5000TL BL-UP | SH5.0RS |
|---|---|---|
| MPPT voltage min. | 120 V | 40 V |
| Weight | 27 kg | 18.5 kg |
| Max. input current per MPPT | 13.5 A | 16 A |
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| Technical specifications | GrowattSPH 5000TL BL-UP | SungrowSH5.0RS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| AC power | 5 kW1 | 5 kW2 |
| Max. PV array power | 9.5 kWp3 | – |
| MPP trackers | 23 | 24 |
| Efficiency | ||
| Max. efficiency | 97.5 %3 | 97.7 %✓4 |
| European efficiency | 97.2 %3 | 97.3 %✓4 |
| Noise | ||
| Noise | – | 45 dB(A)4 |
| Electrical | ||
| MPPT voltage min. | 120 V3 | 40 V✓4 |
| MPPT voltage max. | 550 V3 | 560 V✓4 |
| Max. input current per MPPT | 13.5 A3 | 16 A✓4 |
| Phases | – | 12 |
| Connectivity & smart | ||
| Hybrid (battery-ready) | Yes3 | Yes2 |
| Backup power | Yes3 | Yes4 |
| Wi-Fi / monitoring | – | Yes4 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| IP rating | IP653 | IP654 |
| Width | 565 mm3 | 490 mm4 |
| Height | 456 mm3 | 340 mm4 |
| Depth | 188 mm3 | 170 mm4 |
| Weight | 27 kg3 | 18.5 kg✓4 |
| Warranty & lifespan | ||
| Warranty | 5 years3 | – |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP or the Sungrow SH5.0RS?
AC power: Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP 5 kW, Sungrow SH5.0RS 5 kW. The Sungrow SH5.0RS is better on 6 of 10 comparable points.
What is the AC power of the Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP and the Sungrow SH5.0RS?
Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP: 5 kW. Sungrow SH5.0RS: 5 kW.
Which is better on MPPT voltage min.: the Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP or the Sungrow SH5.0RS?
Sungrow SH5.0RS: 40 V. Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP: 120 V.
Which is better on weight: the Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP or the Sungrow SH5.0RS?
Sungrow SH5.0RS: 18.5 kg. Growatt SPH 5000TL BL-UP: 27 kg.
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Sources
- CEC approved inverters (Australia) — Clean Energy Regulator (Australian Government), CC BY 4.0 · accessed Sep 29, 2026
- ENA Type Test Register (inverters) — Energy Networks Association (ENA) · accessed Sep 27, 2026
- SPH 3000-6000TL BL-UP, 1 — SHENZHEN GROWATT NEW ENERGY CO., LTD · accessed Oct 1, 2026
- SH3.0/3.6/4.0/5.0/6.0RS Residential Hybrid Single Phase Inverter, 18 — Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. · accessed Sep 29, 2026