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Franklin C45 Tempo 16mm vs ProKennex Black Ace 16mm
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin C45 Tempo 16mm
ProKennex Black Ace 16mm
Price
$229.99
$280
Swing Weight
101
105
Twist Weight
6.38
6.22
Weight
7.7 oz
7.8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
56.7 MPH
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Pop
36.9 MPH
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Spin
2157 RPM
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Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 3
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Balance
232mm
231mm
Franklin C45 Tempo 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.7 MPH power, plush 16mm feel, 81st percentile spin (2157 RPM) — an all-court option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (79th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Good spin generation at 2157 RPM (81st percentile)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 101 is in the bottom 4% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 101 (bottom 4%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
Best For
Doubles SpecialistsPlayers with Arm IssuesSpin-Heavy Players
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ProKennex Black Ace 16mm
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel — a versatile option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 9% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 9%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $190)
Best For
Players with Arm Issues
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