Proton Series One-Type B 15mm vs Synergy Royale 16mm

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Specs Comparison

Spec

Proton Series One-Type B 15mm

Synergy Royale 16mm

Price

$280

$200

Swing Weight

130

127

Twist Weight

6.55

6.51

Weight

8.8 oz

8.4 oz

Power

57.4 MPH

57.1 MPH

Pop

34.9 MPH

35.2 MPH

Spin

2336 RPM

2324 RPM

Face

Composite

Balance

243mm

246mm

Proton Series One-Type B 15mm

This paddle delivers 81st percentile power (57.4 MPH), top 3% spin (2336 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

+Above-average power at 57.4 MPH (81st percentile, avg 56.4)
+Outstanding spin at 2336 RPM — top 3% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
+Heavy swing weight of 130 (top 1%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives

Cons

−Lower pop at 34.9 MPH (13th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
−Very high swing weight of 130 (top 1%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
−Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $189)
−On the heavy side at 8.8 oz (top 1%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

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Synergy Royale 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 57.1 MPH power, top 4% spin (2324 RPM) — a versatile option.

Pros

+Above-average power at 57.1 MPH (75th percentile, avg 56.4)
+Outstanding spin at 2324 RPM — top 4% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
+Heavy swing weight of 127 (top 2%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives

Cons

−Lower pop at 35.2 MPH (18th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
−Very high swing weight of 127 (top 2%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
−On the heavy side at 8.4 oz (top 5%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

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