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Who should use TaylorMade TP5?

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Mia Kelly

Published Jan 17, 2026

Better players, with faster swing speeds, are happy to trade the extra pop of a low compression ball for the added control of a higher compression ball. In general, if you average 230 yards or more off the T, the TP5x is for you. For the average player, however, the TP5 will be the right choice.

Who should play the TP5?

The TP5 is among the top performing golf balls on the market, and is geared toward players who have average golfers who want tour level performance. The TP5 is best suited for golfers who have a lower swing speed, as the compression rating of this an 85. This ball has superior green side feel and spin.

Should I use a TP5 or TP5x?

TP5 is our softest Tour ball with the most spin and highest performance around the greens. TP5x is our lowest spinning, fastest and longest Tour product. To put it simply, if you prioritize wedge spin over distance then TP5 is the ball for you. If you prioritize distance over wedge spin, then TP5x is your choice.

What tour players use TP5?

In terms of which players are using which version of the TaylorMade TP5 golf ball in the top 100 of the PGA Tour the list is as follows:

  • TaylorMade TP5 – Matthew Wolff and Collin Morikawa.
  • TaylorMade TP5x – Dustin Johnson, Sergio Garcia, Henrik Norlander, Rory McIlroy, Harry Higgs and Tommy Fleetwood.

Is the TaylorMade TP5 a good ball?

Overall, these are both great-looking golf balls that should fit the eye of almost any golfer playing a comparable tour-level ball. The 2021 Taylormade TP5 or TP5x is a fantastic golf ball, and a worthy competitor to other tour balls like the ProV1. It doesn't hurt it's a few bucks cheaper, as well.

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Is TP5 comparable to Pro V1?

The TP5 is the higher spinning version of the TaylorMade TP5 range, whereas the Pro V1 is the lower spinning ball of the Titleist family. There is also the difference in construction as the Pro V1 is a four piece ball, where as the TP5, as it name suggests, is a five piece ball.

What pros use TP5 golf balls?

Justin Rose - TaylorMade TP5

Justin Rose plays the TP5 along with Rory McIlroy, Jason Day and John Rahm. These players all teach a valuable lesson for golfers everywhere - find a ball that suits your game rather than changing as soon as the next "latest distance technology" ball comes out.

What ball does Dustin Johnson use?

Dustin Johnson uses TaylorMade's TP5x golf ball.

What ball does Phil Mickelson use?

A close-up image of Phil Mickelson's Callaway Chrome Soft X golf ball has emerged on social media this week and it's interesting to note that he does not have a number on his dimples, but instead his own logo.

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.

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.

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 ball should I use golf?

Beginner golfers should look for a two-piece golf ball that has a soft construction. With a two-piece golf ball, beginner golfers will notice a straighter flight with less spin, while the soft ball construction increases forgiveness even on off-centered hits.

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.

What Irons does Rory McIlroy use?

Rory McIlroy uses TaylorMade P730 Rors Proto irons. Rory McIlroy uses TaylorMade P730 Rors Proto irons. Rory McIlroy uses the TaylorMade Spider X Hydro Blast putter and TaylorMade TP5X golf ball.

What driver does Brooks koepka use?

At the top end of the bag, Koepka has a new Srixon ZX7 driver at 10.75 degrees, equipped with a Mitsubishi Diamana D-Limited 70 TX shaft that he's used for years. Like Koepka said, he matched up his previous specs, so it makes sense he didn't switch up his driver shaft even though he switched the heads.

What clubs does DeChambeau use?

Bryson DeChambeau uses Cobra King Tour MIM irons that are all the same length as his seven iron. His irons start with a couple of Cobra King One Length Utility irons (4-5) before transitioning down to Cobra King One Length MiM Tour irons which go from six-iron down to pitching wedge.

What ball does Rory use?

Rory plays the new 2021 TaylorMade TP5X ball, a firmer compression ball that complements his high swing speed but still provides plenty of feel around the greens.

What shaft does Justin Thomas use?

Thomas switched to the Titleist TSi3 driver shortly after it was released in 2020 and used the same Mitsubishi Diamana ZF shaft for nearly three years. The TSi3 drivers come with a five-setting movable weight in the back of the head to help players and fitters create a draw or fade bias.

What ball does Jordan Spieth use?

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

What golf ball do LPGA players use?

The top 50 LPGA Tour players use 5 different golf balls made by 4 manufacturers. 41 of this group use a Titleist Pro V1 or Pro V1x with the Pro V1x the most popular choice of 22 players. Srixon's Z-Star is used by 5 players while 2 players each use Bridgestone's Tour B X and Callaway Chrome Soft X golf balls.

What PGA players use TaylorMade?

And in their tireless pursuit of performance, the game's best choose TaylorMade.

  • Tiger Woods.
  • Dustin Johnson.
  • Collin Morikawa.
  • Scottie Scheffler.
  • Rickie Fowler.
  • Rory McIlroy.
  • Sergio Garcia.
  • Sung Hyun Park.

What is the most played ball on the PGA Tour?

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.

Is Pro V1 the best?

Pro V1 and Pro V1x balls are the best of the best, and the best of the best play with them regularly. They also, as you might expect, carry a high price tag. A box of a dozen can cost $58. If you want the quality without the high price, consider getting recycled golf balls used.

Do soft golf balls go further?

Do Softer Golf Balls Go Further? As a general rule, soft low compression golf balls will travel further when you hit your driver and irons. With your wedges, soft and firm golf balls should travel the same distance.