Gearbox GX2 Integra XL vs Holbrook Pro - Aero Metallic T 16 mm
On published specifications these two are very close. Every derived index sits within 8 points, which is inside the margin of an estimate built from spec sheets. Choose on price, handle length, or whichever brand you can demo.
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| Spec |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP)Manufacturer Spec | $169.99 | $169.99 |
| PowerDerived | 48 | 48 |
| ControlDerived | 66 | 66 |
| SpinDerived | 88 | 88 |
| ForgivenessDerived | 48 | 50▲ |
| Swing weight indexDerived | 44 | 41 |
| Core thicknessManufacturer Spec | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Face materialManufacturer Spec | Raw carbon | Raw carbon |
| Core materialManufacturer Spec | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| ShapeManufacturer Spec | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| LengthManufacturer Spec | 16.2" | 16.2" |
| WidthManufacturer Spec | 7.7" | 7.7" |
| Handle lengthManufacturer Spec | 5.6"▲ | 5.3" |
| Static weightManufacturer Spec | 7.92 oz | 8 oz |
| Balance pointDerived | 21.5 cm | 21.1 cm |
| ThermoformedManufacturer Spec | No | No |
| USAP approvedManufacturer Spec | Yes | Yes |
| ReleasedManufacturer Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
These two are hard to separate
Every derived index is within a few points. Our scores come from spec sheets, and spec sheets can't capture feel — at this margin the honest answer is that you should demo both rather than trust a number.
Analysis
Where they actually differ
Only differences big enough to matter are listed. Anything inside the margin of an estimate is left out.
- Handle
- Gearbox GX2 Integra XL has the longer handle at 5.6" — the deciding factor if you hit a two-handed backhand.
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Holbrook Pro - Aero Metallic T 16 mm
- You prefer the brand or the feel
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