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What goes further prov1 or prov1x?

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Emily Ross

Published Jan 15, 2026

According to Titleist's website, here is the difference between the Pro V1 and Pro V1x: The Pro V1 has a softer feel, less iron spin, and a more penetrating ball flight. Comparatively, the Pro V1x should launch higher, feel a little less soft, and offer more iron spin.

Do Pro V1 balls go further than Pro V1x?

First thing's first: erase from your conscience the thought that one golf ball will go further than the other. They don't; under the same swing conditions both golf balls have been proven to travel nearly the same distance, it's more a matter of how they get there.

Does Pro V1x go further?

YOU'LL HIT IT FARTHER

Taken together, these improvements deliver soaring flight and more speed with less spin – a perfect combination for longer distance off the tee and with the longer clubs. Click here to learn more about the distance gains you'll experience with new Pro V1 and Pro V1x.

Do Pro V1 balls go further?

The new Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x golf balls are designed for longer distance, even more spin and feel around the greens, and softer feel. To increase distance, Titleist made two changes.

Who should use Pro V1 vs Pro V1x?

If you prefer a softer golf ball go for the Pro V1; if you like a little more pop pick up the Pro V1x. Ultimately there's no wrong choice; both golf balls are packed with nearly two decades of research, development and testing to help you play your best golf.

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Who Should Use Pro V1x?

If you're looking for a softer feel, especially in the short game department – select the Pro V1. If you normally hit a high ball off the tee and don't mind launching a little lower, the Pro V1 is again the answer. However, the low-ball hitter will definitely benefit from the Pro V1x.

What swing speed is needed for Pro V1x?

The #1 ball in golf, the Pro V1 is a three-piece golf ball meant for swing speeds of 98-105 mph.

How much further does a Pro V1 go?

Analyzing the individual ball statistics we can see that the Titleist Pro V1x averaged the farthest distance as well at 266.7 yards. Meanwhile, the Callaway Chrome Soft X averaged the shortest distance at only 259.3 yards. This results in a difference between the average maximum and minimum of only 7.4 yards.

What is the compression of a Pro V1x?

Titleist Pro V1x – Compression

On our compression gauge, the 2021 incarnation of the Pro V1x measures 97 on average, the same as the previous model. That positions it as one of the firmer balls on the market though the Left Dash variant typically is a bit firmer still.

What ball does Justin Thomas use?

Thomas, like many other professionals, uses the Pro V1x golf ball and has done for a good few years now.

Which Titleist ball is longest?

Longest Golf Balls: Titleist Velocity

The longest golf ball is the Titleist Velocity. This is a two piece ball that is built completely for distance and low ball spin from the tee. Titleist is known for having some of the best golf ball technology on the market, and the Velocity is no exception.

Which ball is better Pro V1x or TP5x?

The Titleist Pro V1x is going to suit those who want a firmer feel with more spin and control into and around the greens. The TaylorMade TP5x will be ideal for those who like a firmer feel but need to reduce spin at impact because they already generate enough.

Do range balls go shorter?

Expect that range balls will fly 10-15% shorter than normal and if you're using a limited flight range ball, then expect 25-30% shorter distances to result.

Which is longer Titleist or Pro V1?

Velocity vs Pro V1: Distance

On the first hole, the Velocity clearly went longer than the Pro V1. That's a bit misleading because my shot with the Pro V1 was not one of my finer shots. The Velocity was pretty much perfect but my other shot was a low runner.

Do Pro V1 come in colors?

By bringing a colored version of the Pro V1 to the market, Titleist joins other major brands with colored versions of multilayer urethane-cover balls, including Srixon, Bridgestone, TaylorMade and Volvik, as well as smaller players like Vice and Snell.

Should I play Pro V1 or 1x?

If you typically hit the ball lower, due to slower swing speeds or lower spin rates, then the ProV1x will be better for you out on the course. Now, these balls also come with some awesome new features that are pretty similar between both balls, including: Player Benefits: Longer Distance with Consistent Flight.

Do any tour players play AVX?

Nope. In terms of launch and spin profiles, Left Dot fits between Pro V1 and AVX. Moreover, Pro V1 Left Dot is played on the PGA TOUR every week. AVX is not.

What ball do PGA players use?

Titleist. Without a doubt, Titleist is the most widely played ball on the PGA Tour and they have more Top 50 players on their books than any other manufacturer. The latest stats show that 69% play a Titleist golf ball.

What ball does Jordan Spieth play?

Jordan Spieth uses the Titleist Pro V1x (2021) golf ball.

Is TP5 or Pro V1 better?

The Titleist ProV1 probably has the edge on control thanks to the cover and construction and it's lower spin profile puts it closer to the firmer TP5x, so therefore it could be a good choice for high spin players who like a softer feel.

What TaylorMade ball is similar to Pro V1?

Of the two TaylorMade Tour balls, TP5 is the closer to Titleist Pro V1. The previous version of TP5 matches the compression of the Titleist ball to the number. We don't expect much of a swing with the new model.

Who plays TaylorMade TP5x?

Rory McIlroy Switches Into the All-New TP5x

Rory played the prior generation TP5x in 2018 before switching to TP5 at the end of 2019. He has plenty of pop off the tee, commonly ranking among the Tour's longest hitters.

Do range balls damage drivers?

So while you're highly unlikely to damage the face of your driver by hitting a ton of old range balls you are likely to damage your game.