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Joola Perseus 3S 16mm vs Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Joola Perseus 3S 16mm
Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm
Price
$239.95
$280
Swing Weight
119
120
Twist Weight
6.24
6.64
Weight
7.9 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
15.5mm
Power
58 MPH
57 MPH
Pop
37.2 MPH
37.4 MPH
Spin
2148 RPM
2102 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 3
Gen 2
Balance
247mm
243mm
Joola Perseus 3S 16mm
This paddle delivers 88th percentile power (58 MPH), plush 16mm feel, 80th percentile spin (2148 RPM) — a power option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58 MPH puts it in the 88th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 89th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2148 RPM (80th percentile)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersSingles PlayersSpin-Heavy Players
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Proton Series 3-Project Flamingo 15mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power — a power option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (72nd percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.4 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2102 RPM (69th percentile)
- +Heavy swing weight of 120 (83rd percentile) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $189)
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersSingles Players
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