Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Max vs Ping G430 Max
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vsPingG430 Max
Two drivers 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
Full reviewThe short answer
Buy the Paradym Ai Smoke Max if you want the newer design (2024).
Buy the G430 Max if you want to spend less (older models sell for much less used).
Both sell used for well under their launch prices ($600 and $550). Live used prices are coming soon; until then, use the shop links to see what each costs today.
Side by side
| Paradym Ai Smoke Max | G430 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Best for | Most golfers | Most golfers |
| Launch price | $600 | $550 |
| Loft | 10.5° | 10.5° |
| Launch / spin | high / mid | high / mid |
| Helps a slice | No | No |
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