“The Starvie Astrum + 2026 is an even-balance teardrop with a medium-EVA core and Carbon 12K face, built for advanced players who want reliable directional control.”
Overall it sits in the top 34% of 1,000 rackets we’ve tested — its control score ranks in the top 12%.
Power
High74
Control
Very High80
Maneuverability
High72
Sweet Spot
High72
Comfort
High72
Value
High72
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PRR Score
81PRR Score
Inside the frame
Astrum + Specs
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Face weaveCarbon 12K
Carbon fibre weave density of the hitting face.
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CoreMedium EVA
Foam core determines feel and vibration damping.
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ShapeTeardrop
Head shape affects sweet spot size and balance.
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SurfaceCarbon 12K
The texture of the outer face.
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Weight370g
Frame weight (unstrung, without handle wrap).
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BalanceEven
Balance point determines power vs. control trade-off.
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LevelAdvanced
Target player level for this racket.
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Balance point265 mm
Measured from the handle butt — higher = more head-heavy.
Our verdict
The Starvie Astrum + 2026 is an even-balance teardrop with a medium-EVA core and Carbon 12K face, built for advanced players who want reliable directional control. Control at 80 leads the profile. Tolerance at 72 and comfort at 72 confirm a forgiving, arm-friendly character. Power at 74 is the honest trade-off: overhead pace must come from technique. PRR score: 81/100.
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The even-balanced teardrop shape and medium-EVA core give reliable, directional precision — this is a racket built for players who construct points rather than end them early. Tolerance and comfort both hold up well, so mishits and long sessions are more forgiving than the 'advanced' label might suggest. Overhead pace has to come from your own technique and positioning rather than the frame's help, and if you're chasing an aggressive, overhead-first game, look elsewhere in the range — this is a control specialist, not an all-rounder.
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