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Gearbox GX2 Elongated 16mm vs Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Gearbox GX2 Elongated 16mm
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated
Price
$269.99
$280
Swing Weight
119
117
Twist Weight
5.72
5.89
Weight
7.9 oz
8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57.8 MPH
56.9 MPH
Pop
36.5 MPH
36.5 MPH
Spin
2067 RPM
2218 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
No Gen
No Gen
Balance
250mm
245mm

Gearbox GX2 Elongated 16mm

This paddle delivers 86th percentile power (57.8 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a all-court option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 57.8 MPH puts it in the 86th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.72 (14th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Power PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
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Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, top 10% spin (2218 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 56.9 MPH (66th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2218 RPM — top 10% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Advanced / Tournament PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersTennis Converts
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Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% off
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