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AT10 12K Luxury Genius Arena

Nox AT10 12K Luxury Genius Arena

8.6

Based on 3 Expert Reviews

Best Suited For
Intermediate versatile players seeking a medium touch
Pros
  • Versatility
  • Ease of use
  • Maneuverability
Cons
  • Not a power monster
  • Durability issues

Scorecard

Power
The amount of force imprinted on a ball from the racket
8.3
Control
The amount of precision in placement that a padel racket allows a player to exert on a ball.

8.0
Sweet spot
The zone of the racket face where the highest percent of force is applied to the ball.

8.0
Maneuverability
How easy a racket is to maneuver. Inversely correlated to racket weight and balance.

9.0
Soft
Touch refers to the hardness or softness of the racket.

Hard
Smooth
The application of a rough surface on a padel racket's face in order to assist the player in generating spin on their shots.

Rough

Specifications

Suggested Price

€320

Weight (g)
368
Shape
Teardrop
Surface
Carbon fiber
Core
Medium EVA
Released
2023

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Score
Overall
8.6
Power
8.3
Control
8.0
Sweet Spot
8.0
Maneuverability
9.0
Overall
8.5
Power
8.5
Control
8.0
Sweet Spot
8.0
Maneuverability
9.1
Overall
8.2
Power
8.5
Control
7.0
Sweet Spot
7.0
Maneuverability
8.6
Overall
8.7
Power
8.2
Control
9.0
Sweet Spot
9.0
Maneuverability
8.5

How Does the Nox AT10 12K Luxury Genius Arena perform?

There are two main models of Augustin Tapia’s Nox AT10 - the original, AT10 Luxury GENIUS Arena (this racket) and the harder AT10 18K Luxury GENIUS.
After playing with the 12K in high temperatures, Augustin requested a harder version to counteract the softening of the core at tournaments in the summer. Similarly, we can envision players buying a 12K and an 18K and switching between them based on the temperatures.

Note that Nox employs the confusing strategy of naming their rackets K “made up” values that do not correspond to carbon fiber thread counts. I don’t agree with their reasoning, but if I allow myself to interpret it for a moment: “the harder 18K is a more technical racket than the 12K, so let’s just give it a higher number.”
Augustin’s genius (sorry about the pun) on the court is that his toolbox is so massive that you never know which one he is going to pull out next. Similarly, this racket is defined by its versatility. A jack of all trades.
Nox calls it a teardrop, but Nox teardrops are quite conservative - this racket might be called a round format if produced by another brand.
Further, Nox refers to its HR3 core as having the greatest memory effect, but it is, in fact, not a very rigid core - let's call it medium density. Our reviewers feel the racket’s rigidity from its surface, not its core.
Nevertheless, this is a premium racket with premium features:
- the SmartStrap strap interchange system
- Sand-blasted roughness
- Anti Vibration System - silicon inserts along the frame near the neck
We would be remiss if we failed to mention that Nox carbon fiber has a reputation for issues with durability in its carbon fiber. This is anecdotal, but we have heard it reported by multiple sources.

Should I play with the Nox AT10 12K or the Nox AT10 18K?

The rackets are very similar - both have the same features, and the same strengths in maneuverability and versatility. The only difference is the 12K’s softer surface. This surface makes it easier to play with in general, and especially easier to defend with.
By default, we recommend the 12K to intermediate players or players unfamiliar with their hardness preferences. The 18K is an advanced racket for players seeking a medium-hard **touch. It is **stronger in the attack and more technical in the defense.

Our test of the Nox AT10 12K Luxury Genius Arena

Expert Reviews of the Nox AT10 12K Luxury Genius Arena

8.3
Racketspecialisten

The 12K version of the AT10 suits a wide range of players with its lovely combination of control and precision in the slower game and good response when pushing harder.

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8.8
Probando Palas

The 12k is more comfortable than the 18K, easier to manage in the back of the court. The 18K is better for aggressive players.

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8.9
Padelzoom

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Nox

AT10 12K Luxury Genius Arena

Intermediate versatile players seeking a medium touch
8.6

rating based on 3 expert reviews

Hardness
Medium
Core
Medium EVA
Shape
Teardrop
Release Year
January 1, 2023
Surface
Carbon fiber
€
320
MSRP