At first glance, Callaway Elyte AND Elyte X Hybrid could pass for twins. Both share the same compact shaping, neutral look and tuning options that define the Callaway 2025 lineup. But when The best Golf hybrid test results came in, their similarities ended.
of The Elyte X finished third overall while to the standard Elyte was dead last. On paper, their design differences are subtle. In performance, they couldn’t be further apart.
Test results: Elyte vs. Elyte X
| Metrics | Callaway Elyte X | Callaway Elyte |
|---|---|---|
| General ranking | Third overall | Last in general |
| Average Ball Speed ​​(mph) | 120.21 | 119.22 |
| Average Carry (yds) | 181.2 | 177.5 |
| Average Total Distance (yds) | 194.9 | 191.1 |
| Average Reverse Rotation (rpm) | 3,464 | 3649 |
| Overall score | 8.7 | 8.2 |
| Accuracy score | 8.9 | 8.2 |
| Distance score | 8.8 | 8.4 |
| The result of forgiveness | 8.4 | 8.3 |
Why was the Elyte X pulled forward?
of Elyte X is manufactured narrower dispersion and a more efficient one launch and scroll windowORDER second in accuracy and distance across the field. It’s a more balanced hybrid with fewer sacrifices the player has to make.
Testers praise it for its “distance control” and “strong, repeatable feedback,” calling it one of the the easiest hybrids to trust swing after swing.
Where the standard Elite lagged behind
To be fair, we should mention that the hybrid test this year was very tight. If you look at the numbers that separate one club from another, it is small.
Standard Elyte could not keep up.
His higher spin rate and slightly slower ball speed led to shorter carries and less total distance. The club also came wider dispersion and lower accuracy scores. It’s not a bad club, but it’s probably worth testing before you buy to make sure the launch and spin characteristics work for your game.
A big gap between the two
Between third place (Elyte X) and last place (Elyte) stand more than a dozen other hybrids – models like the PING G440, Titleist GT3 and Wilson Dynapower. Small changes in spin, tip height or dispersion can move a club up or down a few places in the rankings.
Final thoughts
When two clubs share the same household name, it’s easy to assume they’ll perform similarly. But this year’s testing proved otherwise. The Callaway Elyte X was faster, longer and more accurate. It is one of the best hybrids of 2025.
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