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Gamma Obsidian 10 10mm vs Gearbox G2 Elongated 14mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Gamma Obsidian 10 10mm
Gearbox G2 Elongated 14mm
Price
$159.99
$119.99
Swing Weight
118
121
Twist Weight
5.77
5.38
Weight
8 oz
8 oz
Core
—
14mm
Power
56 MPH
55.7 MPH
Pop
35.8 MPH
33.4 MPH
Spin
1992 RPM
2030 RPM
Shape
—
Elongated
Face
Composite
Carbon
Balance
244mm
254mm
Gamma Obsidian 10 10mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Competitive price at $159.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
Best For
Tennis Converts
Gearbox G2 Elongated 14mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.7 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 121 (85th percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Great value at $119.99 — cheaper than 91% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 33.4 MPH (bottom 2%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.38 (bottom 5%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Singles PlayersTennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
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