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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Avatar Ultimate Pro Naya) vs Forgiveness-leaning (CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8”).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with Avatar Ultimate Pro Naya (lighter weight).
If you want softer feel, start with Avatar Ultimate Pro Naya (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” (thinner core).
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Key differences
- Weight: Avatar Ultimate Pro Naya is lighter by 18g (7.9 oz (223 g) vs 8.5 oz (241 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Thickness: CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” is thinner by 2mm (14 mm vs 16 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Length: Avatar Ultimate Pro Naya is longer by 22mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 15.6 in (397 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” is wider by 12mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Grip circumference: CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” is smaller by 19mm (3.62 in (92 mm) vs 4.37 in (111 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
- Core material: Patented Carbon Fiber Chambers vs SYCORE™ All-Foam Solid Core (no honeycomb)
Tradeoffs
Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.
Reach vs fast hands: Longer paddles add reach and leverage; lighter setups tend to feel quicker in hand.
These paddles differ in price, weight, thickness, dimensions, grip and materials.
Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
Pricing
Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.
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How we detect differences
We highlight specs as "different" when they exceed these thresholds:
- Weight: 0.2 oz (5g) or more difference
- Thickness: 1mm or more difference
- Price: $20 or more difference
- Materials: Any difference in core or face material
