Padel racket comparison

Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 18K vs 12K (2027)

Shape, weight, balance, feel and prices side by side — and which one suits your game.

Within the Luxury Genius line, the choice is again between 18K and 12K carbon faces.

In short: the Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia hits harder (9.0 vs 7.9 for power); the Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia is the more controlled racket (9.1 vs 8.7); the Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia is more forgiving thanks to a bigger sweet spot.

Quick verdict

NoxNoxEdge
Power7.99.0Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia
Control8.79.1Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia
Rebound8.57.9Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 18K Alum 2027 Agustin Tapia
Manoeuvrability9.69.4Tie
Sweet spot9.09.5Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia

Ratings out of 10 by Padelful.

Key differences

Both are teardrop rackets, so the differences come from balance, core and faces rather than the outline.

Faces: Carbon Fiber 18K Alum versus 12K Alum XTREM Carbon Fiber.

Choose the Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 18K Alum 2027 Agustin Tapia if you want

  • a very similar feel — pick on price, look or brand preference

Choose the Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia if you want

  • more power on smashes and volleys
  • more control and precision
  • a bigger sweet spot

Specifications side by side

Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 18K Alum 2027 Agustin TapiaNox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia
BrandNoxNox
Year20272027
ShapeTeardropTeardrop
Weight360–375 g360–375 g
Balance——
FeelMedium-HardMedium-Hard
CoreMLD Black EvaMLD Black Eva
FacesCarbon Fiber 18K Alum12K Alum XTREM Carbon Fiber
FrameCarbonCarbon
Game typeVersatileVersatile
Suggested levelAdvancedAdvanced
Pro playerAgustin Tapia's signature lineAgustin Tapia (match racket, 2026)

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 18K Alum 2027 Agustin Tapia or the Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia?

According to Padelful's ratings the Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia has more power (9.0/10).

Which is better for beginners?

The Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum Xtrem 2027 Agustin Tapia has the bigger sweet spot (9.5/10 on Padelful), which makes it more forgiving.

Where the ratings come from

The Power, Control, Rebound, Manoeuvrability and Sweet spot ratings (out of 10) are by Padelful, shown with their permission. Our lists and “who is it for” notes are based on each racket's published specifications — shape, balance, core hardness, face material and weight. Specifications come from the Padel Rackets catalogue and manufacturers; always check the retailer's product page before buying.

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