TaylorMade has taken the TP5 and TP5x to an entirely new level in 2026. With a reengineered, larger core, firmer mantle layer, and a groundbreaking micro-coating process, these Tour-level golf balls now deliver more speed, optimized spin, and unmatched consistency from ball to ball.

Microcoating: Why Paint Matters More Than You Think

One of the biggest innovations this year is TaylorMade’s new microcoating process. Instead of traditional multiple paint layers that can create uneven buildup in the dimples, microcoating applies an ultrathin, perfectly even layer across the entire surface.

Why does that matter?

Because inconsistent paint thickness especially pooled paint in the dimples can affect aerodynamic performance. By eliminating those inconsistencies, TaylorMade ensures every ball flies as intended. The result is tighter performance from shot to shot and total confidence from ball to ball.

The Largest Core Ever in a TP5

The 2026 TP5 and TP5x feature the largest core TaylorMade has ever produced. This upgrade increases ball speed while maintaining ideal spin characteristics.

Thanks to the five-layer construction, TaylorMade can “decouple” driver spin from greenside spin. In simple terms:

  • You get low spin and maximum speed off the driver
  • You still get high spin and control around the greens

No trade-offs. Just performance.

TP5: Soft Feel, Maximum Control

The TP5 remains TaylorMade’s softest Tour ball. It now features:

  • A new dimple pattern
  • Updated mantle materials
  • Faster ball speeds than any previous TP5

If you want soft feel, high greenside spin, and added speed without sacrificing control, TP5 delivers.

TP5x: Fast, Penetrating, Low Driver Spin

TP5x is built for players who want:

  • Faster ball speeds
  • Lower driver spin
  • A more penetrating flight

And thanks to the five-layer design, it still offers excellent spin and feel around the green. It’s the fastest five-layer ball TaylorMade makes.

Thinner, More Durable Urethane Cover

Both models now feature a thinner, more durable cast urethane cover. That means improved feel, added control, and enhanced short-game performance—all while maintaining durability round after round.

The 2026 TP5 and TP5x aren’t just updates—they’re performance upgrades across the board. Whether you prefer the softer, higher-spinning TP5 or the faster, lower-spinning TP5x, both are engineered to meet the demands of the best players in the world.

If you’re ready for more speed and more consistency in your game, it might be time to put the new TP5 or TP5x in play.