Artengo

TR990 Power Pro review

Decathlon's tour-level surprise. Stable, powerful and a fraction of the usual price.

Racquet product shot
Recommended
Head 98 Evo Pro: 100
Weight 305g Evo Pro: 295g
Pattern 16×19 Evo Pro: 16×19
Stiffness 66 RA Evo Pro: 63 RA
Swingwt 315 Evo Pro: 304
Balance HL Evo Pro: HL
Full specsTR990 Power Pro · TR990 Evo Pro
TR990 Power ProTR990 Evo Pro
Head size98 sq in100 sq in
Weight (unstrung)305 g295 g
Weight (strung)330 g320 g
Swingweight315304
Stiffness66 RA63 RA
String pattern16×1916×19
BalanceHead LightHead Light
Fit check

Is it for you?

Level (NTRP)
Swing
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Your match Strong fit
Strong fit. Easy depth and a stable platform, at a fraction of flagship prices.

    Performance

    TR990 Power Pro TR990 Evo Pro

    Playtest

    Punches above its price.
    Full notes

    A stable, powerful platform with a heavy, penetrating ball and easy depth. It leans to power and stability and rewards a full swing.

    + Pros

    • Tour-level performance for the price
    • Stable, powerful platform
    • Easy depth and free serve pace
    • Cheap to run several frames

    − Cons

    • Power over pinpoint control
    • Less brand prestige and resale
    • Rewards a full swing
    • Narrower customisation ecosystem

    String for

    53–56 lbs 24–25.4 kg Co-poly, 1.25–1.27mm Pick: Artengo TA 990

    Recommended strings

    1. 1
      Artengo TA 990 Co-poly · Artengo pairing The full Artengo setup, at value prices.
      52–56 lbs 23.6–25.4 kg · 1.27mm
    2. 2
      Solinco Hyper-G Spin poly A heavy, penetrating ball with bite.
      51–55 lbs 23.1–25 kg · 1.25mm
    3. 3
      Tecnifibre Razor Soft Soft co-poly The arm-friendly option.
      51–55 lbs 23.1–25 kg · 1.25mm

    Who plays it

    Tour frames customised
    • Daria KasatkinaAll-Court
      WTA #87 · Artengo TA 990Heavy topspin, slice and net play, with Artengo's own TA 990 string.

    Verdict: 8.2

    Decathlon's tour-level surprise: a stable, powerful frame with a heavy, penetrating ball that competes with racquets costing several times as much. Lighter and more forgiving: TR990 Evo Pro. More control: Axis 98.

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    FAQ

    Is the Artengo TR990 Power Pro good for beginners?

    It suits intermediate-to-advanced players; improvers with a full swing can enjoy it. Beginners should start lighter.

    Is the Artengo TR990 Power Pro any good for the price?

    Yes; that is its whole story. Its power and stability compete with far more expensive racquets.

    Is the Artengo TR990 Power Pro arm-friendly?

    Reasonably, for a powerful frame. Use a soft poly at a lower tension or a hybrid.

    What string and tension is best for the Artengo TR990 Power Pro?

    A co-poly in the low-to-mid 50s lbs. Shaped poly for spin, a softer poly for comfort, tighter for control.

    Is the Artengo TR990 Power Pro a power or control racquet?

    Primarily power and stability, rather than the pinpoint precision of a control frame.

    TR990 Power Pro vs Evo Pro: which should I buy?

    The Power Pro for more control and stability. The Evo Pro for more power, spin and an easier swing.