The ZX5 offers a varied blend of performance attributes that will appeal to the slightly higher handicapper. A thinner topline than most other cavity backs in the market make this a great option for those who want a mixture of forgiveness and sleek looks.
For
- A beautiful and consistent iron
- Powerful feel
- Surprising levels of distance and forgiveness
Against
- Might travel too far for better players
The Srixon ZX7 irons offer the more accomplished golfer a beautiful, compact head as well as great playability across the set. While we think the new sole is perhaps too pronounced, the ZX7 is an excellent option for golfers seeking a soft-feeling iron that won’t break the bank.
For
- Soft, solid feel
- Ample workability
- More distance than most other forged clubs on the market
Against
- Updated Tour V.T. Sole design is arguably too aggressive
Srixon ZX5 vs ZX7 Golf Irons: Read Our Head-To-Head Verdict
There are an array of golf iron options available with multiple brands producing some of the best golf irons that money can buy. However, it isn’t as simple as walking into a shop and buying a set, there are a number of different factors that need to be considered.
Firstly, brands will produce different golf irons for different abilities and swings. Some are designed to be the most forgiving irons that they can be, while others are set up to be the best distance irons on the market. This is apparent in the current range of irons from Srixon, ranging from the ZX4 to the Z-Forged models.
Sitting between those are the ZX5 and ZX7 irons, which we are focusing on in this piece, with both providing premium performances that are aimed at different levels of golfers.
After extensive testing, we take you through the key differences between the two irons and which one is better suited for your game.
Looks
You may think that because their names are similar, their looks will be also. However, both have noticeably different features and aesthetics that make a lot of difference; more on that later.
We begin with the ZX5, which has a pleasantly thin topline and is slightly offset which…
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