TaylorMade TP5x Compression
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The TaylorMade TP5x has a compression rating of 97 — a firm, urethane-cover ball matched to driver swing speeds of 100 to 130 mph. That figure comes from TaylorMade.
TaylorMade TP5x specifications
| Compression | 97 |
|---|---|
| Feel | Firm |
| Cover | Urethane |
| Swing speed | 100–130 mph |
| Price | ~$45/dozen |
| Brand | TaylorMade |
| Source | TaylorMade (published) |
Where 97 sits on the compression scale
Of the 35 balls on our compression chart, the TaylorMade TP5x is softer than 5 and firmer than 29. Its nearest softer neighbour is the Vice Drive at 95. Its nearest firmer neighbour is the Vice Pro Plus at 100.
Compression measures how much a ball deforms at impact. Match it to your driver speed and the ball returns the energy you put into it; miss the range and you either leave distance behind or lose the soft feel you paid for. The full golf ball compression chart ranks every ball we track, and the golf ball finder narrows it to your own speed.
Who the TaylorMade TP5x suits
Firmer version of TP5 — less short-game spin but more ball speed for golfers who prioritize distance over feel.
Other TaylorMade balls by compression
| Ball | Compression | Cover | Swing speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| TaylorMade Noodle | 34 | Ionomer | 0–75 mph |
| TaylorMade Soft Response | 50 | Ionomer | 70–85 mph |
| TaylorMade Tour Response | 77 | Urethane | 88–105 mph |
| TaylorMade TP5 | 85 | Urethane | 95–115 mph |
| TaylorMade TP5x | 97 | Urethane | 100–130 mph |
See the full TaylorMade compression chart for cover, price and swing-speed detail on every TaylorMade ball.
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Open the full compression chart →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the compression of the TaylorMade TP5x?
The TaylorMade TP5x has a compression rating of 97, per TaylorMade. That puts it in the firm range and makes it softer than 5 of the 35 balls on our compression chart.
What swing speed suits the TaylorMade TP5x?
A compression of 97 is matched to driver swing speeds of 100 to 130 mph. Below that range the ball will not fully compress and you lose distance; above it you gain little and give up feel.
Is the TaylorMade TP5x a soft or firm golf ball?
At 97 it is firm. The nearest softer ball on our chart is the Vice Drive at 95. The nearest firmer ball is the Vice Pro Plus at 100.
How much does the TaylorMade TP5x cost?
About $45 a dozen at the time of our last price check. It has a urethane cover, which is the main driver of greenside spin.