Head’s Boom MP and Radical MP are ideal for intermediate to advanced players who want a racket that offers good power and spin.
In this article, I will look at the specs of both rackets to see how they compare to each other.
Rackets Specs Comparison – Boom MP vs Radical MP
Main Differences: The Boom MP has a bigger head size (100in vs 98in), a lower strung weight (315g vs 318g), a lower swing weight (318 vs 323), a lower frame stiffness rating (64 vs 65), a more head light balance (5 pts HL vs 4 pts HL), and a thicker beam width (23.5mm / 24.5mm / 23.5mm vs 20mm / 23mm / 21mm) when compared with the Radical MP.
Similarities: Both rackets have a racket length of 27in and a 16 x 19 string pattern.
| Specs: | Boom MP | Radical MP |
|---|---|---|
| Year Released: | 2022 | 2023 |
| Design: |  |  |
| Head Size: | 100in | 98in |
| Length: | 27in | 27in |
| Strung Weight: | 315g (11.1oz) | 318g (11.20oz) |
| Unstrung Weight: | 295g (10.4oz) | 300g (10.6oz) |
| Swing weight: | 318 | 323 |
| Balance: | 5 pts HL | 4 pts HL |
| TW Stiffness Rating: | 64 | 65 |
| Power: | Low to Medium | Low to Medium |
| Player Level: | Intermediate to Advanced | Intermediate to Advanced |
| Beam Width: | 23.5mm / 24.5mm / 23.5mm | 20mm / 23mm / 21mm |
| Colors: | Coral and Black | Orange |
| String Pattern: | 16 x 19 | 16 x 19 |
| Main Skips: | 7T,9T,7H,9H | 8T,8H |
| Grip Type: | Hydrosorb Pro Grip | Hydrosorb Pro Grip |
| String Tension: | 48-57lbs | 48-57lbs |
Head to Head
The Boom MP is better in terms of power and comfort as it has a thicker beam width, a more head light balance, and a lower frame stiffness rating.
In contrast, the Radical MP is better in terms of control and spin as it has a smaller head size and a thinner beam width.
| H2H | Boom | Radical |
|---|---|---|
| Power |  | – |
| Control | – |  |
| Spin | – | |
| Arm Friendliness | | – |
Player Level Recommendations
Both rackets are suited for intermediate to advanced tennis players with the Radical being slightly better for advanced players and the Boom being slightly better for intermediate players.
Beginners will be better off going with a Head TI S6 or a Head Boom Team.
| Player Level | Boom | Radical |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner |  | |
| Intermediate |  | |
| Advanced | | |
Pro Player Endorsements
The Boom MP is endorsed by the 2023 US Open singles champion Coco Gauff, while the Radical MP is endorsed by Diego Schwartzman and Taylor Fritz.
Where can you buy these tennis rackets?
The rackets are for sale in most good online tennis shops and on the official Head website.