Risen Energy — China
RSM 385W A
The Risen Energy RSM 385W A is a 385W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 18.5% efficiency. Backed by a 12-year warranty.
Budget TierFEOC: Restricted
385W
Wattage
18.5%
Efficiency
N-Type TOPCon
Cell Type
12 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Risen Energy
- Model
- RSM 385W A
- Series
- RSM
- Wattage
- 385W
- Module Efficiency
- 18.5%
- Cell Type
- N-Type TOPCon
- Dimensions
- 65-67" x 39-40"
- Weight
- 43 lbs
- Warranty
- 12 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $1.64
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $11,480
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $16,400
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Risen Energy Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSM 455W D Plus | 455W | 21% | PERC | $2.34 |
| RSM 450W C | 450W | 20.9% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.31 |
| RSM 445W A Ultra | 445W | 20.7% | PERC | $2.26 |
| RSM 440W B All-Black | 440W | 20.5% | PERC | $2.20 |
| RSM 435W A BF | 435W | 20.3% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.14 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic HIT 415W C | 415W | 22% | $3.94 |
| Panasonic HIT 415W E Max | 415W | 22% | $3.94 |
| SunPower Maxeon 415W C Plus | 415W | 22% | $4.12 |
| SunPower Maxeon 415W B Ultra | 415W | 22% | $4.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 385W Risen Energy RSM 385W A cost?
The Risen Energy RSM 385W A costs approximately $631 per panel ($$1.64/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $11,480 before incentives.
⚠ The 30% federal solar tax credit has ended — Section 25D expired December 31, 2025, and the Section 48E construction-start deadline passed 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 Risen Energy RSM 385W A a good solar panel?
The Risen Energy RSM 385W A has 18.5% efficiency and a 12 years warranty, placing it in the budget tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Risen Energy RSM 385W A panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 19 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 26 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.