HEAD Graphene XT Speed MP Tennis Racquet
Best for
Best for advanced / power
Amazon rating
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Current price
$99.00
Updated May 17, 2026 · 1 min read
Sources behind this verdict
10 reviewers weighted by source trust
The consensus
What reviewers found
Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.
Across the reviewers we read, the HEAD Graphene XT Speed MP is the most all-court-capable frame in this pool. tennis-warehouse.com's playtest described 'a nice combination of power and control and excellent maneuverability,' leaning slightly control-oriented; the espn.com tech write-up highlighted 'extremely easy power from a racket that is still very maneuverable'; tennisexpress.com summarized it as an impressive blend of control and power on groundstrokes and serves with solid net response. The r/10s community echoes the same range.
What reviewers liked
- tennis-warehouse.com and espn.com both highlight the power-plus-maneuverability balance
- r/10s consensus describes it as a do-everything frame with good spin, serves, and volley stability
- 4.7-star Amazon average across 482 reviews backs the expert signal
- Praised across mainstream tech press and specialist forums for serve performance
Where it falls short
- r/10s posters flag the frame as stiff and a potential issue for players with wrist or arm history
- Owners report factory strings and poly setups can be harsh and benefit from a softer restring
- Older Graphene XT generation now competes with newer Speed MP revisions reviewers prefer
- Better suited to hard, flat hitters than to players still developing technique
Across the reviewers we read, the HEAD Graphene XT Speed MP is the most all-court-capable frame in this pool. tennis-warehouse.com's playtest described 'a nice combination of power and control and excellent maneuverability,' leaning slightly control-oriented; the espn.com tech write-up highlighted 'extremely easy power from a racket that is still very maneuverable'; tennisexpress.com summarized it as an impressive blend of control and power on groundstrokes and serves with solid net response.
The r/10s community echoes the same range. One detailed r/10s review cited here says the XT 'does everything well, not bulky, good spin, good on serves, forgiving sweet spot, stable on volleys, sounds and feels amazing.' A separate r/10s thread calls it 'great for hard hitters who like flat shots to penetrate the court,' which is why we tag it as the power/advanced pick rather than a beginner frame.
The honest caveat — and a recurring one — is stiffness. An r/10s comment in the candidate signals explicitly warns 'I would caution you if you've had a wrist injury,' and a separate Speed Pro owner reported the frame was 'just too rough' with poly strings. Reviewers generally suggest a softer string setup to tame it.
- Head Performance
- Born out of revolutionizing how we ski and play tennis, HEAD has constantly pushed athletic equipment into the modern era. For all levels of play, HEAD offers nothing but the best tennis equipment on the market.
- Intermediate To Advanced Level
- The Speed MP graphite tennis racket is an ideal choice for a wide range of mid level players. The agile racquet offers an ideal combination of control, spin, and power.
- Head Light Balance
- The adult tennis racket has a 4 pt head light balance and should perform well for advanced players ready to take on a quicker, more maneuverable racket.
- Durable Graphite
- Made with a durable and lightweight graphene fiber technology, the Speed MP tennis rackets are built to last.
- Dimensions
- Strung Weight: 315 g / 11.1 oz, Head Size : 100in, Grip Size: 4.375in, Length: 27in.
For serves, the XT hits with great power and good spin. It is only moderately precise. For volleys, the XT is great on stick volleys and ...
It's a great racket! Especially on sale. The mould of the frame has changed a bit with the later iterations, but this is still a really solid stick.
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