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Gearbox GX2 Elongated 16mm vs Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Gearbox GX2 Elongated 16mm
Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm
Price
$269.99
$274.99
Swing Weight
119
123
Twist Weight
5.72
5.43
Weight
7.9 oz
8 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57.8 MPH
58.4 MPH
Pop
36.5 MPH
36.3 MPH
Spin
2067 RPM
1983 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
No Gen
Gen 3/Edgeless
Balance
250mm
256mm

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

Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm

This paddle delivers top 7% power (58.4 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Elite power — 58.4 MPH puts it in the top 7% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
  • +Heavy swing weight of 123 (top 9%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +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
  • +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.43 (bottom 6%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Very high swing weight of 123 (top 9%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts

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