Callaway Elyte 3-wood vs Ping G430 Max 3-wood
3-woods compared
CallawayElyte 3-wood$180 used
PingG430 Max 3-wood$229 usedTwo 3-woods that often end up on the same shortlist. Here's how they differ, who each one suits, and which is the better buy used.
Ping G430 Max 3-wood
Typical used price$229Save about 36%From $190 at eBayFull reviewThe short answer
Buy the Elyte 3-wood if you want the newer design (2025), you want to save about $50.
Buy the G430 Max 3-wood if you prefer the Ping look and feel.
The G430 Max 3-wood costs about $50 more used. For most golfers the Elyte 3-wood is the better value if it fits your game.
Side by side
| Elyte 3-wood | G430 Max 3-wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Best for | Most golfers | Most golfers |
| Typical used price | $180 | $229 |
| Launch price | $350 | $360 |
| Typical saving | 49% | 36% |
| Loft | 15° | 15° |
| Launch / spin | high / mid | high / mid |
| Helps a slice | No | No |
Prices are typical used prices as of 2026-10-04. Stores may pay us a commission, which never changes our verdict.
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