Gearbox GBX Power Elongated (Gen-3) vs JOOLA Hyperion Pro V
GBX Power Elongated (Gen-3)
$129.99
VS
Hyperion Pro V
$299.95
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Specs side by side
| GBX Power Elongated (Gen-3) | Hyperion Pro V | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0 oz | 8.1 oz (16mm) / 7.9 oz (14mm) |
| Core | 16mm | 14mm, 16mm |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| List price | $129.99 | $299.95 |
| Today | $129.99 | $299.95 |
| Buy | Gearbox store | JOOLA store |
Differences in the published specs
- Core options differ: GBX Power Elongated (Gen-3) lists 16mm; Hyperion Pro V lists 14mm, 16mm.
- GBX Power Elongated (Gen-3) is $169.96 lower at today's maker price than Hyperion Pro V.
GBX Power Elongated (Gen-3): notes from the specs
👍 Pros
- A 16mm+ core option. Thicker cores are generally described as softer and more control-friendly.
- Elongated shape gives extra reach and leverage on serves and drives.
- The maker positions this model for power.
- Budget-friendly list price ($129.99).
- Currently below the maker's compare-at price ($179.99).
👎 Cons
- Elongated faces are narrower, so off-center hits on the sides are less forgiving.
Reviewer videos
Hyperion Pro V: notes from the specs
👍 Pros
- Comes in more than one core thickness (14mm, 16mm), so you can pick the feel you prefer.
- A 16mm+ core option. Thicker cores are generally described as softer and more control-friendly.
- A thinner core option. Thinner cores are generally associated with a crisper, poppier response.
- Elongated shape gives extra reach and leverage on serves and drives.
👎 Cons
- Elongated faces are narrower, so off-center hits on the sides are less forgiving.
- Premium list price ($299.95).