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Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated vs Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated
Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm
Price
$280
$279.95
Swing Weight
117
118
Twist Weight
5.89
6.14
Weight
8 oz
8.2 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
56.9 MPH
56.6 MPH
Pop
36.5 MPH
36.9 MPH
Spin
2218 RPM
2048 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
No Gen
Gen 3
Balance
245mm
243mm

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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Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.6 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +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

  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −Premium price at $279.95 — more expensive than 86% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Advanced / Tournament PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
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