First off, it is important to understand where the TSi3 and the TSi4 sit in the current range of Titliest drivers.
- TSi1: High handicappers and slow swing speed players
- TSi2: Mid handicappers, low handicappers, and some professionals
- TSi3: Low handicappers and lots of professionals
- TSi4: Elite amateurs and professionals with very high swing speeds
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As you can see the TSi3 and the TSi4 are aimed at a similar type of golfer, namely low handicappers and professionals. However, it is also important to note that the TSi3 is the more forgiving and more adjustable driver of the two. This is why it is the more popular club. It serves a much wider range of players, and it can be fine-tuned to match up with your swing characteristics.
Now that you know a bit more about each of these drivers, let’s dive into the details of this Titleist TSi3 vs TSi4 product comparison.
Specs Comparison - TSi3 vs TSi24
| DRIVER MODEL | TSi3 | TSi4 |
|---|---|---|
| HEAD SIZE | 460cc | 425cc |
| LOFT OPTIONS | 8°, 9°, 10°, 11° | 8°, 9°, 10°, 11° |
| LOFT ADJUSTABILITY | +1.5° / - 0.75° | +1.5° / - 0.75° |
| LAUNCH | High | High |
| SPIN | Low | Very Low |
| SUREFIT CG TRACK | Yes | No |
| LIE ANGLE | 58.5° | 58.5° |
| LENGTH (MEN'S) | 45.5" | 45.5" |
| LENGTH (WOMEN'S) | 44.5" | 44.5" |
| FORGIVENESS | High | Medium |
| DISTANCE | Very Long | Super Long |
| HANDICAP RANGE | 0 to 10 | +5 to 5 |
| SWING SPEED | 100 - 120 MPH | 110 - 130 MPH |
Key Differences - TSi3 vs TSi4
1. SureFit CG Track
Of all the Titleist TSi drivers, the TSi3 is the only one with a SureFit CG Track.
This is arguably why it is the most popular Titleist Driver on the PGA Tour.
The SureFit CG Track allows you to set the club in 5 different positions, namely:
- N: Neutral
- H1: Draw
- H2: Strong Draw
- T1: Fade
- T2: Strong Fade
As you can see from the settings above, the TSi3 is a very customizable driver. You get CG adjustability, loft adjustability, and lie angle adjustability. The challenge for most players is to find the combination of settings that will produce the best results for their unique swing.
2. Backspin Numbers
Of all the drivers in Titleist’s line-up, the TSi4 will provide the lowest backspin numbers. This is why you need to have a very high swing speed, and the ability to hit the ball off the center of the clubface consistently. At this point, it is worth clarifying the launch and spin conditions of each club.
- TSi3 – High launch, low spin
- TSi4 – High launch, very low spin
For most players with a reasonably fast swing speed, the high launch, low spin combination offered by the TSi3 should be a very good fit. Provided you hit the ball well, the TSi3 should produce a penetrating trajectory together with solid carry numbers.
To get maximum distance from the TSi4, you need to have a super-fast swing speed, and you need to make good contact, with a positive angle of attack. If you can ensure these three things happen regularly, you will be able to hit monsterous bombs with the TSi4.
3. Clubhead Size
The size of the clubhead is another major difference between the Titleist TSi3 and the Titleist TSi4.
- Titliest TSi3 Head Size: 460 cc
- Titleist TSi4 Head Size: 425 cc
In other words, the clubhead of the TSi4 is about 8% smaller than the clubhead of the TSi3.
This is partially why professionals like Adam Scott and Richy Werenski are drawn to the TSi4. There are a number of good players that prefer a more compact clubhead. It generally makes it a bit easier to shape the ball, and it can also help you find more fairways if a smaller clubhead suits your eye.
4. Forgiveness
Generally speaking, the larger the clubhead, the more forgiving a driver tends to be. This is why the USA has set the maximum driver clubhead size to 460 cc.
In most cases, having a larger clubhead allows manufacturers to increase the MOI (moment of inertia), which is one of the primary determinants of how forgiving a driver is.
With the TSi3, Titleist has elected to use every cubic centimeter available to them, maxing out at 460 cc’s. However, the head size of the TSi4 is only 425 cc, which is a reduction of about 8%.
In addition to clubhead size, the TSi4 also has the CG set as far forward as possible. This reduces the MOI (forgiveness) and lowers the backspin numbers that the club will produce.
All of these attributes result in a driver that can produce amazingly long bullet drives that power through the wind and get plenty of run after landing. However, in order to hit these bullet drives with the TSi4, you need to have a fast swing speed (110 mph or more), you need to have a positive angle of attack, and you need to hit the center of the clubface consistently.
While this isn’t too much of an issue for an experienced professional, it can be quite an ask for a normal amateur.
Based on how demanding the TSi4 is, it’s fair to say that most amateurs will be better served by the TSi3, which is less demanding, more foriving and more customizable.
TSi3 Product Technology
Ultra Fast Face
Improved aerodynamics lead to added speed that you can turn loose on the course with confidence. TSi is tuned to feel fast in your hands and look square at address, with a shape as satisfying as the sound.
Multi-Dimensional Stability
CG Adjustability
Titleist TSi3 Drivers feature a new SureFit CG track technology, offering five unique positions to adjust club head CG to fine-tune ball flight with neutral, heel or toe settings. We continue to refine the ways in which a fitter can fine-tune performance to ensure you get the most out of every swing.
Featured + Premium Shafts
Titleist’s featured shaft selection has been assembled to offer four world-class options for every swing speed and profile preference.
The launch of TSi introduces an additional selection of Tour-proven shafts from Graphite Design. Choose from three premium performance models – Tour AD DI, Tour AD IZ, and the new Tour AD XC.
Please note – TSi1 product technology info is sourced directly from the Titliest.com TSi3 product page
TSi4 Product Technology
Low Spin, Maximum Distance
For players seeking aggressive spin reduction to improve their driving distance. Features a compact pear head shape with low, forward CG for neutralized spin.
Low, Forward CG
With the TSi4, the Center of Gravity (CG) is the lowest and most forward in the TSi family of drivers to deliver less dynamic loft and less spin at impact.
Loft & Lie Adjustability
The adjustability features of TSi have been engineered to deliver maximum benefit for every player. We continue to refine the ways in which a fitter can fine-tune performance to ensure you get the most out of every swing
Multi-Dimensional Stability
Players often equate “high MOI” with heel-to-toe forgiveness, but we employ a more holistic approach to MOI design. Our inertia also delivers more speed and a tighter spin range up and down the face, freeing you to attack every drive.
Player-Tuned Aerodynamics
Improved shaping reduces drag up to 6 percent (versus prior generation TS4 model), allowing the club head to move faster through the air and deliver more power at impact for greater ball speed and distance.
Featured + Premium Shafts
Titleist’s featured shaft selection has been assembled to offer four world-class options for every swing speed and profile preference.
The launch of TSi introduces an additional selection of Tour-proven shafts from Graphite Design. Choose from three premium performance models – Tour AD DI, Tour AD IZ, and the new Tour AD XC.
Please note – TSi1 product technology info is sourced directly from the Titliest.com TSi4 product page
Final Thoughts
In the end, it should be pretty clear that the Titleist TSi3 is a better fit for most low handicappers and even professionals. It’s super long, reasonably forgiving, and it’s more customizable.
However, if you have a super-fast swing speed, the Titleist TSi4 could help you hit ridiculously long bombs off the tee. It’s just not the most forgiving club, and it’s not suitable for anyone with a swing speed under 100 mph.