TaylorMade TP5x
Compression 97 · Urethane cover · Premium
The firmer, faster sibling of TP5: five layers under a urethane cover, tuned for lower driver spin and more ball speed while still checking up around the green.
- Compression
- 97
- Compression band
- High
- Construction
- 5-piece
- Cover
- Urethane
- Feel
- Firm
- Driver spin
- Low
- Greenside spin
- High
- Flight
- High
- Swing speed
- 105–130 mph
- Price tier
- Premium
- Colors
- White, Yellow
- Model year
- 2026
TaylorMade TP5x compression
The TaylorMade TP5x has a compression of 97, which is high compression (TaylorMade doesn't publish a figure; this is the widely reported tested number). It suits driver swing speeds of about 105–130 mph.
| Ball | Compression | Cover |
|---|---|---|
| Mizuno Pro S | 96 | Urethane |
| TaylorMade TP5x | 97 | Urethane |
| PXG Xtreme Tour | 97 | Urethane |
| Bridgestone Tour B X | 100 | Urethane |
| Srixon Z-Star Diamond | 100 | Urethane |
Who the TaylorMade TP5x is for
- Golfers with a driver swing speed of about 105–130 mph.
- Players who want spin and control on chips, pitches and wedge shots.
- Anyone who fights a slice or hook: lower driver spin means less curve.
The maker pitches it at: fast swingers wanting TaylorMade's lowest-spinning, fastest tour ball.
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Common questions
What is the compression of the TaylorMade TP5x?
The TaylorMade TP5x has a compression of about 97 (high compression).
Is the TaylorMade TP5x good for slow swing speeds?
Not really. It’s a firm ball that works best above about 100 mph.
Does the TaylorMade TP5x have a urethane cover?
Yes.
Updated November 2026