Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated vs JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14
Both paddles measured on the same 15-trait Paddle DNA test. Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated takes the higher overall IQ score, but the right pick depends on which traits you value.
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Paddle DNA head-to-head
- 93Power94
- 83Control80
- 86Spin90
- 78Forgiveness76
- 80Sweet spot78
- 87Stability82
- 70Maneuverability84
- 89Pop94
- 80Touch74
- 84Consistency80
- 82Swing weight70
- 84Twist weight76
- 60Launch angle60
- 91Plow through82
- 68Softness56
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated vs JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 specs
Every measured spec side by side. Highlighted values are the better of the two where one is objectively better.
| Spec | Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated | JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Street price(USD) | $250 — better | $280 |
| IQ score(/ 100) | 83.4 — better | 81.9 |
| Weight(oz) | 8.4 | 8.1 |
| Core thickness(mm) | 14 | 14 |
| Swing weight(kg·cm²)Lower swings faster | 123 | 111 |
| Twist weight(kg·cm²)Higher is more stable | 6.3 | 6.7 — better |
| Shape | elongated | hybrid |
| Face length(in) | 16.6 | 16.5 |
| Face width(in) | 7.3 | 7.5 |
| Handle length(in) | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Grip circumference(in) | 4 | 4.25 |
| Surface | Textured carbon | Raw carbon friction surface |
| Core material | Solid-span carbon (no honeycomb) | Propulsion core with foam walls |
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated verdict
Gearbox's solid-span construction with a genuine power tune. It feels unlike any honeycomb paddle — firmer, more direct — and rewards players who already hit clean.
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 verdict
The 14 mm Pro V trades the 16 mm model's dwell time for the highest pop we have measured in the Perseus line. It is a speed-up paddle for players who already have hands.
The verdict
Measured on the same 15-trait test, the clearest separation is maneuverability: JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 scores 84 against 70 for Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated — a 14-point gap. They are effectively level on control, forgiveness, sweet spot, so those traits should not decide the purchase. Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated is $30 cheaper at $250.
Maneuverability
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 leads by 14 points (84 vs 70).
Swing weight
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated leads by 12 points (82 vs 70).
Softness
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated leads by 12 points (68 vs 56).
Plow through
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated leads by 9 points (91 vs 82).
Which one is right for your level?
Each call below re-weights the Paddle DNA traits that matter at that level, so the winner can differ from the overall pick.
Beginner
New to 3.0 — still building a consistent contact point
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated is a narrow pick at this level — twist weight 84 vs 76, stability 87 vs 82, consistency 84 vs 80. Twist weight 6.3 keeps the face steadier on off-centre contact.
- Twist weight
- Stability
- Consistency
Intermediate
3.0–3.9 — playing organised rec and early tournaments
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (81.6 vs 83 on the weighted index). Take Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated and keep the $30.
- Maneuverability
- Spin
- Power
Advanced / tournament
4.0+ — repeatable swing, fast hands battles
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (84.9 vs 84.8 on the weighted index). Take Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated and keep the $30.
- Plow through
- Touch
- Control
Arm-sensitive players
Anyone managing tennis elbow or shoulder load
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated is the clearer pick at this level — softness 68 vs 56, twist weight 84 vs 76, forgiveness 78 vs 76. Its 14 mm Solid-span carbon (no honeycomb) core at 8.4 oz is the softer, lower-shock build of the two.
- Softness
- Twist weight
- Forgiveness
Which one should you buy?
Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated
Take Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated if you want swing weight (+12), softness (+12), plow through (+9). Its swing weight of 123 kg·cm² and 14 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated review →JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14
Take JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 if you want maneuverability (+14), pop (+5), spin (+4). Its swing weight of 111 kg·cm² and 14 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 review →Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated vs JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 FAQ
- Which is better, the Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated or the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14?
- Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated carries the higher overall Paddle IQ score (83.4 vs 81.9), but IQ is a weighted average. On the trait that separates them most — maneuverability — JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 leads by 14 points.
- Which one is faster at the kitchen line?
- JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14, at 111 kg·cm² swing weight against 123 for Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated. Lower swing weight is the single best predictor of hand speed in fast exchanges.
- Which paddle has more power, the Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated or the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14?
- JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 measures 94 on power against 93 for Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated. That comes from a 14 mm Propulsion core with foam walls core swinging at 111 kg·cm² — mass behind the ball, not face material.
- Which one gives more control and touch?
- Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated at 83 versus 80. Its 14 mm core holds the ball on the face slightly longer, which is what makes resets and dinks land shorter.
- Which paddle spins the ball more?
- JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 scores 90 for spin off its Raw carbon friction surface face, against 86 for the Textured carbon face on Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated. In practice a 4-point gap is small enough that technique matters more.
- Which is more forgiving on off-center hits?
- JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14, with 6.7 twist weight against 6.3. Higher twist weight means the face rotates less when you miss the middle, and Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated carries the higher forgiveness score (78) as a result.
- Is the price difference worth it?
- Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated costs $250, $30 less. Whether that gap is worth closing depends on whether you actually use the traits it trades away — check the head-to-head DNA bars above before paying up.
- Do they use the same core and face?
- Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated: 14 mm Solid-span carbon (no honeycomb) core with a Textured carbon face. JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14: 14 mm Propulsion core with foam walls core with a Raw carbon friction surface face.
- Which is better for a two-handed backhand?
- Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated, at 5.5 in of handle against 5.5 in. Anything under 5.25 in forces you to choke the bottom hand onto the face bevel, which Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated avoids.
- Which one is better for beginners?
- Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated is the safer first paddle here: forgiveness 78 and sweet spot 80 mean fewer mishits while your contact point is still inconsistent. JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 rewards a repeatable swing and can feel unstable before that.
- Which is lighter in the hand?
- JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 at 8.1 oz against 8.4 oz. Static weight matters for arm fatigue and elbow comfort; swing weight (111 vs 123) is what you feel mid-rally.
- Is it worth upgrading from the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 to the Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated?
- Only if you need what it actually adds. JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14 leads on maneuverability by 14 points; everything else is within 12 points. At $250 vs $280, the money is better spent elsewhere unless that one trait is your weak spot.
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