TaylorMade TP5x vs Bridgestone Tour B XS
Side-by-side specs plus estimated launch-monitor numbers — ball speed, launch, spin, and carry — at any club and swing speed.
Tour · Ball A
TaylorMade TP5x
Compression 97 · Urethane · firm
Tour · Ball B
Bridgestone Tour B XS
Compression 85 · Urethane · medium
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Estimated launch — Driver
B vs A delta
| Ball A | Ball B | Δ B − A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball speed | 156.3 mph | 156 mph | -0.3 mph |
| Launch angle | 11.6° | 12° | +0.4° |
| Spin | 2,050 rpm | 2,400 rpm | +350 rpm |
| Estimated carry | 270 yds | 269 yds | -1 yds |
Estimated trajectory
All balls — Driver at 105 mph
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TaylorMade TP5x vs Bridgestone Tour B XS — frequently asked
Which is softer, TaylorMade TP5x or Bridgestone Tour B XS?
The Bridgestone Tour B XS is softer at 85 compression vs TaylorMade TP5x at 97 — a 12-point gap.
Does TaylorMade TP5x or Bridgestone Tour B XS 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 TaylorMade TP5x and Bridgestone Tour B XS?
TaylorMade TP5x is $55.00 per dozen MSRP, Bridgestone Tour B XS is $50.00. Amazon pricing is typically 15–25% below MSRP for both.
Which is the better tour ball, TaylorMade TP5x or Bridgestone Tour B XS?
Both are tour-tier balls. The TaylorMade TP5x is a urethane-covered 5-piece ball, while the Bridgestone Tour B XS is a urethane-covered 3-piece ball. Differences come down to compression and feel preference, not category.