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Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG vs Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

We haven't tested Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG or Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 yet, so their role suitability is estimated from published specs.

Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

Adidas

Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Brooks

Hyperion Elite 6

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Review Pulse · Mostly positive · 81/100

Reviewers praise the ride and cushioning and split on the upper and durability.

The differences that matter

  • Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 is 93 g lighter.
  • Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG has 10 mm more foam under the heel.
  • Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 costs $30 less at list price.

What reviewers say

Ride

Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Praised

A light, energetic racer with a forceful rocker suits sustained efforts from 5K to marathon, though its very stiff forefoot can feel harsh or limiting for some runners.

Cushioning

Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Praised

The PEBA-based foam provides a soft, protective heel and responsive toe-off for longer races.

Upper

Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Divisive

The airy, lightweight upper generally locks down well, but the tapered fit and thin tongue may trouble wider feet or runners sensitive to lace pressure.

Durability

Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Divisive

The rubber outsole is holding up for some testers, but exposed foam and lab abrasion results raise concerns about wear for a premium racer.

Grip

Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Praised

The updated outsole provides dependable grip on wet and dry road surfaces.

Stability

Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Divisive

A wider midfoot and sidewalls improve guidance over the previous version, though the narrow, high stack remains less stable than many racers.

Value

Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

Divisive

Some reviewers consider it a major step forward and strong value for a top racer, while others say the price remains high for performance that trails leading competitors.

Which one to choose

Choose Adidas Adizero Prime X3 STRUNG if…

  • you want more foam under you

Choose Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 if…

  • you want the lighter shoe
  • you prefer to feel closer to the ground
  • price matters
  • its ride is what you care about most

Reviewers recommend it for

  • 10K through marathon racing
  • Runners who like a stiff, rockered platform
  • Heel strikers seeking a cushioned race shoe

Specifications

Category
Race shoe
Race shoe
Price
$305
$275$30 less
Weight
285 g
192 g93 g lighter
Drop
7 mm
7 mm
Stack
50 / 43 mm10 mm more stack
40 / 33 mm
Plate
Carbon plate
Carbon plate
Stability
Neutral
Neutral
Foam
LightstrikePro
DNA GOLD

Role suitability

DAILY

Limited
Limited

RECOVERY

Limited
Limited

LONG RUN

Strong fit
Good fit

TEMPO

Strong fit
Best fit

RACE

Best fit
Best fit