Proton Sports Series Four 16mm vs Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock
Proton Sports
Series Four 16mm
$149.99
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Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across the 322-paddle catalog. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Close call — here's the tiebreaker
These two are closely matched on paper. Proton Sports Series Four 16mm and Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock differ mostly in small spec details — pick on feel.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Proton Sports Series Four 16mm | Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 15mm |
| Core material | Full foam core (EPP) | 100% foam core (EPP, no honeycomb) |
| Face material | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber | Roughness-Enhanced Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.375" |
| Price | $149.99 | $179.99 |
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What the spec differences mean
- Core thickness. Proton Sports Series Four 16mm has a 16mm core; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock has a 15mm core, so the Proton Sports Series Four 16mm core is 1mm thicker. What core thickness changes
- Handle length. Proton Sports Series Four 16mm has a 5.5" handle; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock has a 5.38" handle, so the Proton Sports Series Four 16mm handle is 0.13" longer. What grip length changes
- Face material. Proton Sports Series Four 16mm lists its face as Toray T700 raw carbon fiber; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock lists Roughness-Enhanced Aerospace Grade Carbon Fiber. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Proton Sports Series Four 16mm lists its core as Full foam core; Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock lists 100% foam core. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Proton Sports Series Four 16mm
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: power, spin
Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 15mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: balanced
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Proton Sports Series Four 16mm if…
- ✓you prize control on resets and dinks
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
Pick the Proton Sports Series Three Project Peacock if…
- ✓you like reach at the kitchen line
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