Titleist 2025 Pro V1x Golf Ball Review
Deputy Editor Joel Tadman tests the new Titleist Pro V1x golf ball for 2025 to see if there are gains to be had by making the switch
The Titleist 2025 Pro V1x has become faster and lower spinning through the bag, which for most golfers will be a welcome change given the short-game control remains high. A consistent and stable flight carries over, as does the firmer feel versus Pro V1 to give golfers two excellent choices in the premium ball market.
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Noticeable driver ball speed gains
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Strong, consistent flight on all clubs
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Ample control into greens
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Small drop in short game spin versus 2023 version
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The most popular golf ball on tour has just been given a makeover and with so many of the world’s best players already making the switch without hesitation, I was keen to unpack exactly what’s got everyone so excited.
Since it burst on the scene in 2000, the Pro V1 franchise has understandably dominated the market. It was ahead of its time and continues to set the standard when it comes to green-to-tee performance but also consistency and durability. The R&D that goes into producing the number one ball in golf is significant - did you know that every Pro V1 golf ball must pass more than 90 quality checks, while the dual core Pro V1x must pass more than 120? It’s a serious operation.
The Pro V1x differs from the Pro V1 in that it boasts a four-layer construction versus its sibling’s three and as a result, Titleist says it should ‘fly higher, spin more on full swing shots and have a firmer feel. The high gradient core this time around has been reformulated to, as Titleist puts it: ‘steepen the spin slope’ maintaining low spin off the tee while increasing spin with the scoring clubs and provide a measurable gain in ball speed. To put this to the test, I took a dozen white box samples to Peterborough Milton golf club to hit them on the Foresight Sports GCQuad launch monitor before putting them in play over multiple rounds at my home club, Burghley Park Golf Club.
The data was really interesting, although only paints part of the picture as it doesn’t factor in the effect of the dimple pattern on the flight and consistency of it through the wind. But it can offer some guidance as to the ball speed golfers can expect and the results were very positive here.
The 2025 Pro V1x was faster for me than the previous iteration despite me swinging the driver 0.5mph faster with the old model teed up. The spin dropped by around 150rpm and on a similar trajectory my carry distance increased by three yards, four yards in total. Given the discrepancy in clubhead speed, it would fair to assume that most golfers will see at least a 1mph ball speed gain by switching into the new Pro V1x, which is significant when you consider that short game spin performance remains exceptional.
With a 7-iron in hand I experienced a slight drop in spin and this also was the case on a full wedge shot and 50-yard pitch shot, although the level of spin remained higher than most of the new premium balls for 2025 I tested at the same time, including the new Z-Star golf ball and Mizuno Pro ranges. Interestingly, the Pro V1x provided significantly more short game spin than the 2025 Pro V1 ball the shorter the shot was - there was an approx 400rpm difference on a pitch but on a full shot with a 54° wedge the spin was very similar.
Out on the course I definitely noticed a little uptick in yardage, making it one of the best golf balls for distance. I could carry trees and bunkers with a normal swing and strike that I would previously only be able to cover when I hit my Sunday best. There’s no question that the flight is as strong as any ball on the market, holding its line impressively when in crosswinds and rewarding well-struck drives and iron shots. Titleist claims the Pro V1x provides up to a 15 percent reduction in land area size with driver thanks to the added stability but I couldn’t say with any certainty that any increase in accuracy was down to the ball alone.
Versus Pro V1, the X does feel noticeably firmer when chipping and putting, which is a sensation I prefer. You get that lovely audible ‘click’ sound when nipping the ball cleanly with a wedge with the Pro V1x coming out a little lower and really stopping to attention on the second or third bounce. The Pro V1 is by no means floaty but I like how the Pro V1x provides that juxtaposition of lower flighted chip and pitch shots for control of distance as well as a higher flight off the tee for longer carries.
Which ball is right for you is player dependent but I lean towards the Pro V1x because of how it feels as well as the higher flight with the driver. The goal starting out with the new Pro V1 balls was to provide more speed off the tee while maintaining control with the irons and wedges and these balls deliver on this brief to a tee. It demonstrably provides more ball speed output, albeit it fairly marginal, and is undoubtedly one of the best premium balls around given that Titleist has managed to give golfers more of what they want without sacrificing other key areas of performance golfers of all ability value. Does it justify the £52 per dozen price tag? Only you can answer that question.
The new Titleist Pro V1x balls will be on sale from January 30th.
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Joel has worked in the golf industry for over 14 years covering both instruction and more recently equipment. He now oversees all equipment and video content at Golf Monthly, managing a team of talented and passionate writers and presenters in delivering the most thorough and accurate reviews, buying advice, comparisons and deals to help the reader or viewer find exactly what they are looking for.
One of his career highlights came when covering the 2012 Masters he got to play the sacred Augusta National course on the Monday after the tournament concluded, shooting a respectable 86 with just one par and four birdies. To date, his best ever round of golf is a 5-under 67 back in 2011. He currently plays his golf at Burghley Park Golf Club in Stamford, Lincs, with a handicap index of 2.8.
Joel's current What's In The Bag?
Driver: Titleist TSR3, 9°, Fujikura Ventus Black 6 S shaft.
Fairway wood: Titleist TSR3, 15°
Hybrid: Titleist TSi2, 18°
Irons: Titleist T150, 4-PW
Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM10, 50°, 54° and 58°
Putter: LAB Golf DF3
Ball: 2023 Titleist Pro V1x
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