Qcells — South Korea/US

Q.MAX 400W A

The Qcells Q.MAX 400W A is a 400W PERC solar panel with 19.9% efficiency. Backed by a 25-year warranty.

Premium Tier

400W

Wattage

19.9%

Efficiency

PERC

Cell Type

25 years

Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand
Qcells
Model
Q.MAX 400W A
Series
Q.MAX
Wattage
400W
Module Efficiency
19.9%
Cell Type
PERC
Dimensions
66-80" x 39-41"
Weight
46 lbs
Warranty
25 years
Est. Price Per Watt
$2.61
Est. 7kW System Cost
$18,270
Est. 10kW System Cost
$26,100
Temperature Coefficient
-0.35%/°C
Bifacial
No
Origin
South Korea/US
FEOC Status
check

Other Qcells Panels

ModelWattageEfficiencyCell$/W
Q.TRON 475W E Pro475W22.7%PERC$3.36
Q.PEAK 475W E Pro475W22.7%PERC$3.36
Q.PLUS 475W E Pro475W22.7%PERC$3.36
Q.PEAK DUO 475W E Pro475W22.7%PERC$3.36
Q.MAX 475W E Pro475W22.7%PERC$3.36

Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)

PanelWattageEfficiency$/W
SunPower Maxeon 430W E Max430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Maxeon 430W B All-Black430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Maxeon 430W C Black430W22.6%$4.38
SunPower Performance 430W E Max430W22.6%$4.38

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a 400W Qcells Q.MAX 400W A cost?
The Qcells Q.MAX 400W A costs approximately $1044 per panel ($$2.61/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $18,270 before incentives.

⚠ The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (48E/ITC) expired July 4, 2026.

Selecting 30% ITC assumes you began construction before this deadline. Most new purchases no longer qualify.Learn about your options after the deadline →

Is the Qcells Q.MAX 400W A a good solar panel?
The Qcells Q.MAX 400W A has 19.9% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the premium tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Qcells Q.MAX 400W A panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 18 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 25 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.

Written & reviewed by

Jeremy Wolfe — Senior Solar Energy Analyst

Jeremy Wolfe is a solar energy analyst specializing in residential photovoltaic economics, federal and state incentive policy, and return-on-investment modeling for homeowners. He leads EnergyTools' solar research program and methodology.

  • 10+ years analyzing residential solar economics and payback modeling
  • Lead researcher for EnergyTools' 50-state solar cost-per-watt database
  • Author of 100+ solar ROI, payback, and incentive analyses

Methodology & data sources:NREL PVWatts, EPA FuelEconomy.gov, state utility commissions— updated 2026.