String comparison
Plasma HEXtreme vs Hyper-G
Signum Pro Plasma HEXtreme against Solinco Hyper-G: ratings, specs and which one fits your junior.
The short answer
Both are polyester strings. Plasma HEXtreme leads on tension hold. Hyper-G leads on power, spin, control and durability. They score the same for arm friendliness (2/5). Plasma HEXtreme costs less per set.
Ratings
Power
Spin
Control
Comfort
Durability
Tension hold
Ratings are on a 1–10 scale. The higher score is in bold when they differ.
Pick Plasma HEXtreme if…
- You want more tension hold (8 vs 7 out of 10)
- Your player is younger (recommended from age 13 vs 14)
- You want to spend less (from $10 vs $12 a set)
- Best for: maximum spin seekers
- Best for: heavy topspin baseliners
- Best for: players with western grips
Pick Hyper-G if…
- You want more power (7 vs 6 out of 10)
- You want more spin (10 vs 9 out of 10)
- You want more control (9 vs 8 out of 10)
- You want more durability (8 vs 7 out of 10)
- You restring often and want it cheaper to keep up (cost score 5/5 vs 4/5)
- Best for: heavy topspin players
- Best for: advanced juniors with fast, full swings
- Best for: players looking for spin + control at great value
Specs side by side
| Spec | Plasma HEXtreme | Hyper-G |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Polyester | Polyester |
| Construction | Hexagonal co-polyester monofilament | Square-shaped co-polyester monofilament |
| Gauges | 16L, 17, 18 | 15L, 16, 16L, 17, 18, 19, 20 |
| Stiffness | Medium high | Medium high |
| Set price | $10–13 | $12–13 |
| Reel price | $120–145 | $165–175 |
| Arm friendliness | 2/5 · Low | 2/5 · Low |
| Cost to maintain | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Recommended from | Age 13 | Age 14 |
| Levels | Intermediate, Advanced, Elite | Advanced, Elite |
| Play styles | Baseliner, Big hitter | Baseliner, Big hitter |
| Junior tension | 48-52 lbs for juniors. Hex shape grabs ball - can string lower. | 46-50 lbs for juniors. Square shape grips well so can string lower for more comfort. |
Plasma HEXtreme in short
Signum Pro Plasma HEXtreme was one of the first hexagonal shaped strings on the market, pioneering the shaped poly category that has become so popular. The six edges provide excellent ball bite for spin generation while maintaining the tension stability Signum Pro is known for. Built on the proven Plasma foundation with enhanced spin potential, HEXtreme offers German engineering in a modern spin-focused design.
Hyper-G in short
Since 2014, Hyper-G has endured as the top string choice for tennis players around the globe. Developed for an ATP top 50 player, this shaped co-poly with an impressive combination of spin and precision allows big hitters to take massive cuts at the ball without having to worry about overhitting. The square profile with sharp edges bites the ball at contact, generating massive spin. Topspin players who like hitting balls that dive sharply and explode off the court should love this string. With an unmatched selection of 7 gauges from 15L to 20, there's a Hyper-G for every playing style.
Plasma HEXtreme vs Hyper-G: quick answers
Which has more spin, Plasma HEXtreme or Hyper-G?
Solinco Hyper-G, with a spin rating of 10/10 against 9/10.
Which is more arm-friendly for a junior?
They score the same, 2/5. Plasma HEXtreme is recommended from age 13 and Hyper-G from age 14.
Which lasts longer?
Solinco Hyper-G rates 8/10 for durability against 7/10.
Which is cheaper?
Plasma HEXtreme costs about $10–13 a set and Hyper-G about $12–13, at typical retail.
The short answer and the "pick if" lists are generated from our ratings and junior data only. Data verified 2025-01 (Plasma HEXtreme) and 2025-01 (Hyper-G).