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Racket comparison · 2026

Nox X Hero vs Starvie Kenta

Head-to-head on PRR scores, specs, and live prices — independently tested with the same methodology. Updated daily.

Nox X Hero
Nox

Nox X Hero

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Starvie Kenta
Starvie

Starvie Kenta

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PRR verdict

Starvie Kenta wins by 15 points

Starvie Kenta scores 83/100 against 68/100 for the Nox X Hero. Its biggest edge is control (+20). On price, the Nox X Hero is currently €71 cheaper.

Score breakdown
Nox X Hero
Starvie Kenta
Overall
68/100
83/100Best
Control
64
84Best
Power
70
71Best
Sweet spot
68
76Best
Maneuverability
70
70
Comfort
68
75Best
Specs
Nox X Hero
Starvie Kenta
Shape
Round
Round
Balance
Head-light
Even
Weight
350–360 g
Core
HR3 EVA
EVA
Face material
Fibreglass
Carbon 12K
Level
Beginner
Intermediate
Playing style
Control
Control
Nox X Hero

The X Hero Blue is Nox's keen starter with documented options: an EVA foam build in a 350 to 360 g spread producing power 70 with fair terms (comfort 68, tolerance 68) and decent hands (70). Face documentation is incomplete. Value 78 is solid. Nox's entry aisle trades on exactly this kind of card: honest keenness, real weight choices, a badge with pedigree at bench money. Against the in-house X Zero's louder value number the Hero argues on power; against the undocumented Nox 6 it simply wins. Compare and buy.

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Starvie Kenta

The Starvie Kenta 2026 is a diamond frame with an EVA foam core and Carbon 12K face, built for players who want directional control from a head-shape that still carries weight. Control at 84 leads the profile. Tolerance at 76 and comfort at 75 confirm a forgiving, arm-friendly character. Power at 71 is the honest trade-off. PRR score: 83/100.

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