The TP5s are TaylorMade’s premium golf ball family, that is heavily used on the PGA and DP World Tour. So how does this premium golf ball perform? Find out with in our TaylorMade TP5x golf ball review….
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NCG SUMMARY
It wasn’t long before it was clear that this was a high-speed tour ball that delivers exceptional distance, reliable spin control, and premium feel. The TaylorMade TP5x continues to lead the pack for faster swing players.
Throughout testing, I didn’t stumble across anything that this golf ball couldn’t do. It boasts all-round premium performance and it’s got the looks to match.
PROS
- Strong distance
- Bags of spin but lower spin off the driver
- High, powerful ball flight
CONS
- None
First Impressions
It can sometimes be hard to get excited about a new golf ball; after all, it is still the same shape and size and, ultimately, round and white. Well, for the most part, that is, we all know TaylorMade love a patterned golf ball.
Available in a range of visual options including yellow pix, white stripe, and traditional white, the TP5x also leverages TaylorMade’s Pix and ClearPath Alignment technology, which continues to be a standout feature for players who value help with putting alignment and visual feedback.
I think the Pix pattern version makes a lot of sense, and I like the fact the centre orange pattern is wider, as it gives you more visual feedback on the roll of the golf ball when putting. I also like how easy it is to identify my golf ball when using the Pix pattern! You might also have seen it out on Tour if a fan of Tommy Fleetwood.
The TP5x is the fastest iteration of TaylorMade’s flagship five-layer construction, featuring a new speed-wrapped coreaimed at producing lower spin off the driver and maximising ball speed. TaylorMade claims it’s half a club longer than its predecessor — and on test, that certainly seems to ring true.
NGC Verdict
I was impressed by the spin around the greens, being able to register 7,440 rpm on 50-yard pitch shots. While that’s not the highest spin I’ve seen in testing, this is still well within tour-level numbers, offering excellent control and stopping power on the greens. The TP5x feels soft off the face, and particularly responsive on delicate shots around the green. It was fun to use greenside.
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Using a 7-iron, my carry distances averaged 167 yards, even rolling out to 177 total. My ball speed was also consistently at 118 mph with a mid-spin profile of 5,624 rpm. The standout feature here for me is the control and predictability. This ball doesn’t balloon, and you’re getting every yard you’ve earned without sacrificing accuracy.
This is where the TP5x shines. The ball speed averaged 163 mph, with all my strikes within 0.9 mph of each other. The driver carry was 284 yards, reaching a total of 305 yards, which is a phenomenal result for those chasing extra yards.
Additionally, I found flight is penetrating with strong lift. It gave plenty of height without excess spin. Stability and consistency were the main takeaways and positives here.
Overall, TaylorMade continues to push the envelope with the TP5x. It’s a premium golf ball that delivers serious distance gains off the tee while still giving players confidence around the greens. I think it’s a best fit for faster swing players who don’t want to compromise performance. It’s easy to see why it’s trusted on Tour by some of the biggest names in golf.
I am a big fan of this golf ball. I have had it in play myself for a few years now and it has been a delight to use out on the golf course. If you’re after one ball to do it all, and especially if you’ve got the speed to match, the TP5x is a great option.
TaylorMade TP5x Golf Ball Review: The Details
Available: Now
RRP: £44.99 / $54.99
More information: American Golf Website / TaylorMade Website
