Srixon Z-Star XV vs Callaway Chrome Tour
Side-by-side specs plus estimated launch-monitor numbers — ball speed, launch, spin, and carry — at any club and swing speed.
Tour · Ball A
Srixon Z-Star XV
Compression 102 · Urethane · firm
Tour · Ball B
Callaway Chrome Tour
Compression 75 · Urethane · medium-soft
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Estimated launch — Driver
B vs A delta
| Ball A | Ball B | Δ B − A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball speed | 156.4 mph | 155.7 mph | -0.7 mph |
| Launch angle | 11.6° | 12.4° | +0.8° |
| Spin | 2,300 rpm | 2,450 rpm | +150 rpm |
| Estimated carry | 270 yds | 269 yds | -1 yds |
Estimated trajectory
All balls — Driver at 105 mph
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Srixon Z-Star XV vs Callaway Chrome Tour — frequently asked
Which is softer, Srixon Z-Star XV or Callaway Chrome Tour?
The Callaway Chrome Tour is softer at 75 compression vs Srixon Z-Star XV at 102 — a 27-point gap.
Does Srixon Z-Star XV or Callaway Chrome Tour spin more around the green?
Both have urethane covers, so both produce tour-level greenside spin (typically 9,000–11,000 wedge rpm). Differences come from compression, dimple pattern, and cover thickness — typically within a few hundred rpm.
What is the price difference between Srixon Z-Star XV and Callaway Chrome Tour?
Srixon Z-Star XV is $45.00 per dozen MSRP, Callaway Chrome Tour is $55.00. Amazon pricing is typically 15–25% below MSRP for both.
Which is the better tour ball, Srixon Z-Star XV or Callaway Chrome Tour?
Both are tour-tier balls. The Srixon Z-Star XV is a urethane-covered 4-piece ball, while the Callaway Chrome Tour is a urethane-covered 4-piece ball. Differences come down to compression and feel preference, not category.