Callaway Paradym Driver Review

Just when we thought Callaway drivers couldn’t get any longer, they pulled the new Paradym out of the hat.

It’s worth mentioning that in addition to distance, the Paradym also comes packed with forgiveness.

If you’re in the market for a new golf driver and keeping the ball long and straight down the middle is your goal, the Paradym should be on your list.

When we tested the Paradym driver, the thing that stood out the most to us was the feel. You don’t always think of feel in a golf driver until you find one that feels this good.

Let’s take a closer look at the Callaway Paradym driver and explore why it’s one of the top drivers on the market.

Callaway Paradym Driver Price & Specs

Callaway designed the Paradym to optimize performance from the tee, allowing all playing abilities to blend distance, forgiveness, and customization.

With Callaway Paradym driver, you can expect high launch capabilities with low spin characteristics as well as an impressively neutral ball flight.

The Paradym Driver is available in three different lofts: 9°, 10.5°, and 12° — all coming at the same price of $599.

All of the driver’s heads are adjustable, so fine-tuning the loft you need isn’t hard. 

The Paradym is not the cheapest driver on the market, but it’s in the bag of professionals on the PGA Tour. That says quite a bit about its capability! 

The Paradym has a 460cc head size with a 57° lie angle and comes with four stock shafts:

• Aldila ASCENT PL Blue 40,
• Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 6,
• Project X HZRDUS Gen 4 Silver 50 & 60
• Project X HZRDUS Gen 4 Black 60.

The Tour Velvet 360 Golf Stock Grip from Golf Pride is a classic choice but can easily swapped out if you want something with a bit more traction. 

The Callaway Paradym driver is also adjustable with a 15g sliding weight, making it easy to tailor to your exact specifications.

Callaway Paradym Driver Review

If you are looking for a new driver that will deliver excellent performance and the latest technology, the Callaway Paradym Driver is a great choice.

Jon Rahm recently tweeted his enthusiasm for Callaway’s new Paradym driver, exclaiming “Every time they hand me something new, I get better…so it’s safe to say I’m REALLY excited.”

It’s easy to say this when Callaway pays you millions to put a club in your bag. Not all of us have this luxury.

Let’s look at how the Paradym compares to other technology on the market.

Looks and Feel

The Callaway Paradym drivers look super-premium and sleek and will definitely turn heads on the course. The captivating blue color of the driver is quite eye-catching, and it produces no glare.  

You get a clean look at the ball. 

The club’s feel gives off an impression of confidence and control — exactly what you’d expect from a high-end driver.

On the sole, 14g and 2g weights are placed respectively at the front and back. You also have the option to place the 14g weight more toward the front to make your shots spin less.

We love driver adjustability like this if you are fighting a slice or a hook.

The Paradym has a pleasing, muted sound that sits at an average volume and mid-pitch. It’s not tingy but also not dull.

Performance

The Club produces great ball flight with good distance, and the adjustable sliding weight feature helps you dial in your desired shot shape.

When compared with the Callaway Rogue ST Max, the distance differences may be insignificant; however, you can anticipate a more uniform and aligned ball flight from the Paradym.

Compared to the previous model, the Mavrik, you should see at least 5 yards of distance gains. We usually notice this when skipping back to a model that is a few years old.

For the average golfer, the standard Callaway Paradym is the best choice.

The Paradym Triple Diamond model is your best bet if you are a low handicapper looking for more workability and maximum distance. 

I was impressed with how forgiving the Callaway Paradym Driver is. Despite mis-hits, I noticed a significant reduction in distance loss, even on shots that were slightly off-center. Golf is a game of misses so when my misses are longer, I’ll take it! 

The high Moment of Inertia (MOI) keeps the driver stable and allows for a nice, straight shot.

Technology and Features

The Callaway Paradym features all of Callaway’s latest technological advances. It’s no secret that Callaway is very interested in AI. They brought some of the first AI golf clubs to the market. 

The Paradym has adjustable sliding weights, allowing you to customize and tailor it exactly to your specifications.

To top it off, the driver has a high MOI for improved stability and forgiveness on mis-hits. In short, if you’re looking for the latest in golf equipment technology, the Callaway Paradym driver is definitely worth a look.

Industry-First 360° Carbon Chassis

Callaway believes it has introduced the industry’s first 360° carbon composite chassis in a golf club, allowing for optimal feel without sacrificing distance and forgiveness.

The broad sole ensures the club creates maximum aerodynamic efficiency and increases ball speed, especially at the bottom of its head.

New Jailbreak A.I.

Callaway’s innovative A.I.-powered Jailbreak system offers unprecedented stability both in the horizontal and torsional directions, plus it has been redesigned to be 33% lighter than before!

What does this mean for you? Faster ball speeds with improved stability create an unparalleled golf experience.

New A.I. Designed Face

A revolutionary Artificial Intelligence designed driver face, the all-new A.I. Face optimization is not only faster and more spin efficient than ever before but also dispenses your ball farther downrange as well!

AI allows golf manufacturers to test the clubs with extreme precision, making it easier to optimize performance. Say what you want about AI, but we all benefit from it in the Callaway golf club lineup. 

Speed-Enhancing Face Cup and Forged Titanium Face

The incorporation of a speed-boosting face cup and forged titanium construction brings both distance and feel to your drives. 

This combo extends your ball’s flight distance like never before–without sacrificing accuracy!

You can say you hit your driver as far as you need to, but it certainly won’t be something you’ll complain about if you get an extra ten yards. 

Desired Shot Shape

Featuring a refined shape with adjustable perimeter weighting, the driver head’s increased MOI allows for up to 12 yards of shot correction.

The 12 yards of shot correction is a big difference and gets you back in the fairway.

Paradym Lineup

The Callaway Paradym driver is not the only one in the lineup. You’ll have an option to choose between the Paradym, Paradym X, and the Paradym Triple Diamond

Callaway Paradym Driver

The new Paradym is great for players who want a combination of distance and forgiveness, with an adjustable sliding weight to help promote a neutral flight. This driver is suitable for all skill levels.

Callaway Paradym X Driver

The Paradym X takes that same technology but adds more forgiveness with a stretched back profile, as well as a 5g back weight to promote a semi-draw flight.

The Paradym X is great for golfers seeking extreme forgiveness, a semi-draw flight bias, and a stretched profile at address for an easy-to-hit driver.

If you are a slicer or a new player still trying to figure out these tee shots, the Paradym X Driver is the best bet.

Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond

Finally, the Paradym Triple Diamond is a tour quality driver with a 450cc shape and interchangeable weighting to promote a workable ball flight.

The Paradym Triple Diamond is geared towards better players who need workability in their driver, with interchangeable weights to help encourage more spin or less spin. You’ll want a low handicap to make the switch to the Paradym. 

Feature/Specification	Callaway Paradym	Callaway Paradym X	Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond
Head Shape	460cc	460cc	Compact (450cc)
Center of Gravity (CG)	Mid	Low and Deep	Forward
Forgiveness	High	Highest	Moderate
Trajectory	Mid-High	High	Low-Mid
Adjustable Weights	Yes	Yes	Yes
Ideal for	All Skill Levels	Players Seeking Forgiveness	Advanced Players Seeking Workability
Launch	High	Highest	Low
Spin	Mid	Low	Low

Pros & Cons

Pros

 360° Carbon Composite Chassis provides maximum feel and minimal vibration

• Jailbreak A.I. maximizes stability both in the horizontal and torsional directions for improved ball speed

• Revolutionary A.I.-designed face increases spin efficiency, distance, and accuracy

• Speed-boosting Face Cup & Forged Titanium construction improves ball speed

• Adjustable Perimeter Weighting allows for up to 12 yards of shot control

Cons

Pricey compared to other drivers on the market

• Won’t produce a lot more distance if you just upgraded your driver last year 

Wrap Up

The Callaway Paradym Driver is a top-of-the-line club that offers a combination of distance, forgiveness, and exceptional control.

With its cutting-edge A.I.-powered speed-enhancing face cup, forged titanium construction, adjustable perimeter weighting, and an A.I. designed for maximum spin efficiency, this driver is the most advanced that Callaway has ever released. 

When we took the Paradym on the course, it went right into action. It’s an easy club to hit with really no learning curve. AI took care of all of that for you! 

We would suggest investing in the Paradym if you are an avid player. It’s still a big price tag, and you want to ensure it makes sense for your game. If not, look for an older Rogue or Mavrik to save some additional money.