If you aren’t evolving, you are falling behind. Srixon Golf has always seemed to take this to heart, especially when it comes to their flagship irons the 5-Series and 7-Series. Well, after much anticipation, they are ready to formally introduce the next generation and here is our Srixon ZX5 and ZX7 irons review.
Not only does THP have a rundown of the design features of each in this article, but we were also able to spend time with the 7i and PW from each set as well.
Are you ready?

Quick Take
Put any worries to rest when it comes to Srixon altering the formula of their Z-Series irons. There may be some impressive technology changes on board as well as a naming change, but the looks, feel, and flat out filthy performance still stands tall in both the ZX5 and ZX7 irons.
Change is Good
Srixon has hit homerun after homerun with their Z-Series irons the past three releases, the 45, 65, and 85 models have been nothing short of stellar and cemented them as an iron company. This year, the name is changing by shortening the naming mechanism to simply ZX5 and ZX7, but the amount of design that has gone into these is greater than any iron Srixon has ever produced.

The basis around the ZX5 and ZX7 this year is best explained by the tag line that Srixon has used in their release, “Created with human intelligence but perfected by the artificial kind.” Now, yes, “Artificial Intelligence” is without any doubt a “hot” discussion point across the industry, but while others are making it all about the computer, Srixon is making sure to let it be known that the craftsmanship is where it all starts with the new ZX irons, and it’s the A.I. that is working with it to take both series of irons to a whole new level.

While each of the iron series have always been differentiated by most based on size and profile, this year they are also each touting some design traits that are unique to each set. As I was fortunate enough to get the 7i and PW in hand for the ZX5 and ZX7 irons and work with them, it makes sense to dive into each individually.
Srixon ZX5

Getting it out of the way, yes, the ZX5 remains the “bigger” of the two iron sets just as has been the case in previous iterations, it’s a club that walks a blended line between a players design and a more game improvement setup.

The ZX5 is still a forged iron and offers a sound/feel that is soft yet quick, at impact it is a crisp feedback that isn’t quite as plush as a pure one-piece cavity back, but it is closer than ever. The look at address is so surprising as both the offset and topline are very tame and it keeps that same heel to toe length that even some of the pickiest out there will get along with.

The sole does have much more width to it than the ZX7, but the previously mentioned heel to toe length of the blade makes it less of a concern. Not to mention, the ZX5 does feature Srixon’s Tour V.T. Sole that I continue to believe is the greatest iron sole grind of all time. In my workout of the 7i and PW on the course that opinion was nothing but solidified as it just responds so well from any lie I could throw at it, and honestly, it makes the wider sole insanely effective. But, this year something special is happening when it comes to the V.T. Sole and it is the return of the sole notches last seen on the 545/745 irons and arguably a big reason that so many of those sets remain in bags, the notches offer relief and thus more versatility which is never a bad thing.

The ZX5 also feature progressive grooves through the set which applies to a SUP10 face that is joined to the 1020 carbon steel frame along with tungsten in the toe of the longer irons. All of these things seek to improve flight, forgiveness, and consistency, but the real story is something called “Mainframe”. This name represents Srixon designers setting the parameters to create their fastest irons on every shot and ran thousands upon thousands of simulations to come up with the pattern that is milled onto the back of each ZX5 face. The variable thickness pattern also features grooves and shapes to make what Srixon believes is an iron that is faster on every single strike, misses included.
Is it though? Without a doubt.

I worked out the 7i and PW of the ZX5 head to head with their sibling the ZX7 and the data recorded on the Foresight GC2 following this section tells the story, these are fast. For me, they were noticeably faster than the ZX7 and misses were at times laughable with how they kept speed comparably.

While you will see in the numbers the spin is also a bit on the low side, this is in part to having to record my data indoors as well as the fact that it has always been the case for me with the 5-Series of irons from Srixon. What stood out in the data and on the course though was the height and descent angle I was able to hit these, both more significant for me than with the 585’s, making my personal spin numbers a non-issue.

Bottom line, there is some serious firepower here. Paired with the Nippon MODUS3 Tour105 shafts is a setup that is smooth and forgiving while also being shockingly long.
Srixon ZX7

The 7-Series has constantly been one of the most gorgeous players cavity designs on the market with each release, and though the new ZX7 is a bit more modern looking with the angles and cavity, it holds true to its lineage and makes for a jaw dropping look in hand and in bag. A thin topline, minimal offset, and a sole that even the most demanding ball striker would be impressed with, the ZX7 is a stunner.

Fully forged out of 1020 Carbon Steel, these are true players irons. Though some might initially think that the cavity is a bit too busy, there is a rhyme and a reason for the added angles and mass placement this time around. The goal with an iron like this is always to add playability while maintaining the look/profile that so many demand, the different angles on the back of the club allowed Srixon to not only move some mass to the perimeter, but also place some directly behind the sweet spot in order to increase MOI while creating more feel.

Through impact, these offered me the feedback in sound/feel that I expected having spent time with every single 7-Series iron from Srixon. The sensation through contact on decent to well struck shots is one that walks the line between sharp and dull, it’s a blend that will be nearly impossible for golfers to find a detraction about. The overall playability for those who enjoy players irons is what stood out most in my time with the ZX7. With the progressive grooves and Tour V.T. Sole with the return of the sole notches, the golfer who demands versatility and precision in anylie will have all they can handle with these. There was no shot that I threw at them on the course that they couldn’t handle, it’s all about if it is a profile you are comfortable and confident in.

Like the ZX5, I also put the two clubs to work on the Foresight GC2 launch monitor and that data is shown. As you will see, the launch, peak, and speed were particularly good for me in both. While the spin dipped a bit recording data indoors, the Nippon MODUS3 Tour120 made for a pairing that just added to the feel and consistency of the heads.

Where the ZX5 offers firepower, the ZX7 rests on precision, but that doesn’t mean they each don’t also have some that the other does. In fact, they blend so well that Srixon is all in on the combo set trend offering any combination you could possibly want, including adding in the new ZX Utility to the mix.
Worth the Wait
Much anticipation has surrounded the release of the Srixon ZX5 and ZX7 irons review, and Srixon is not letting anyone down with what they have created. It’s easy to sit here and write that they impressed me, but they went well beyond that at times with how well they each hit their specific segment while also complimenting one another. This is without a doubt going to be yet another big release for Srixon.
The Details
Available: January 15, 2021
ZX5: 8-Piece $1299.99 Steel/$1399.99 Graphite (Nippon MODUS3 Tour105, UST Mamiya Recoil 95)
ZX7: 8-Piece $1299.99 Steel (Nippon MODUS3 Tour120)
This set is bent one strong. Your PW could be way off, I tend to have them checked at the strart of every season and then in winter.
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Nice! Glad you are enjoying the ZX5s. Did I show you this picture of my grandk…, er, ZX5 8i from the other day?
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I have ZX5s and considering HMP for added forgiveness. But feel is key. I’m sure the ZX will feel better and I assume the HMP will be longer. Any other feedback on feel
The Mizuno MP18-SC’s (now relegated to backup duty) aren’t too happy about it!
I could game either set and get along just fine.
You can tell where you miss on the 5’s IMO, the HMP felt the same all across the face. For me the HMP where longer by about 1/2 club so I sacrificed the distance for the feel. Plenty of forgiveness on the 5’s. Happy I switched back the the Srixon irons. Looks better too.
I have not played the Hogans but I am currently playing the T100S and the ZX7 are a little bit larger but not in a bad way. I tried the Rogue Pros and hated the shape on those. The longer irons were okay but from the 9-AW, the blade was VERY short and super tall. I like a squatty iron, but those looked terrible to my eye.
I almost wish i had a 3 iron head at 20deg vs 22 in a shorter 4 iron shaft. Scared about bending it stronger because I did that with my pitching wedge and can feel it dig a little more which is fine for a wedge, but my 4 iron digging more would not be a good thing. My miss with the club is already to fat hit.
My imagination/my strike or is this gapping issue a real thing with the lofts right on top of eachother? (Distances are coming off of trakman)
I just replaced them with the Mizuno GPX forged 921 irons and they are the perfect blend somewhere between zx5 and 7
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I saw a lot of reviews call the zx5s "spin killers". Had this happen with my 8 iron at 160 yards twice this morning. Never backed up anything lofted lower than a PW before and have been getting this.
Had that yardage dialed in!!!!!
I’m back in the zx7s with modus 120. Really looking forward to them.
When you zoom in you can see the "hop" marks behind the ball mark. Now that’s a good ball strike.
Kinda feel like a zx7 would be a perfect iron. Just a tiny bit less offset and smaller head and thinner top line but a bit bigger than the 7 which for me were definitely more difficult to hit.
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Maybe it was the conditions (cold and wet), but those hop marks are actually in front of the ball mark. Happened twice and felt the need to take a picture because I’ve truly never done that before. Obviously not spinning back in the typical sense, but just found it interesting to be landing an 8 iron and having it back up.
For an iron that is supposed to be lower spin I had no issues holding harder greens today. I have these paired with the Modus 120s shafts and is a great combo as long as I keep my tempo smooth.
Yep. The V-sole is absolutely fantastic in most lies, but love it in dormant Bermuda. Absolutely great turf interaction.
I’ve never had an issue with low spin. The decent angle with the Modus 105 normally leaves me within a foot or two of my pitch mark, even with a 5-iron.
I had an itch for some PXG irons after getting fit for the driver and putter and absolutely loving them. My fitter told said ‘I have my work cut out for me’ after I hit my baseline shots with my ZX5s. Adjusting for loft, the difference was only a few yards. But my dispersion and ballflight was the Srixons was as good as I could ask for.
I bought them when they first came out and don’t see any reason to switch for 2023.
Sometimes it pays to be a Lefty.
My PGA Superstore haul:
ZX 15* 3wood $99.99
ZX Utility 3 19* $99.99
ZX Utility 4 22* $99.99
Cleveland RTX ZipCore chrome 52,56,60
$79.99 each.
All of these were mint condition demos, some with plastic on them.
My 2nd Swing deal:
Srixon ZX7 4-PW Modus 120 New in box
$850.
I tried several ZX5 drivers, but found the head/shaft combination a bit too spinny. Rogue St Max LS stays put.
I love them all, but the ZX Utility irons are my favorite. Everything I bought seems lower spin producing for my swing, I may experiment with a golf ball change this next season.
I fricken love these clubs !
I love how these just bore thru Headwinds. There has been a few times when I over-clubed due to winds
This is a pretty aspirational jump up for me from my Mizuno Hot Metals and I’m really looking forward to seeing how this will work out.
Some backstory -> I had a major swing overhaul through almost 6 months of lessons earlier this year. As a result of that, my fade/slice became a very consistent draw and my misses moved left. The Hot Metals are fantastic irons and served me well from being a noob golfer to a 15 handicap. I was finding that once I learned to grip and align them correctly, the offset started messing with my head and led to weird adjustments to avoid the left miss. I also found that the thicker sole in the 5, 6, 7 irons was throwing me off too. I tried a couple of irons with my instructor that had less offset and thinner soles and saw good results (not so much in the numbers but my comfort level and feeling of confidence at address was much better). I was really wanting to stay in the Mizuno line and specifically the JPX921 as I didn’t like the looks of the previous generations or even the newer 923. I was looking for 7-PW in the Forged and 4-6 in Hot Metal Pro with 120g shafts and this combo was impossible to find a reasonable deal on
When I saw the ZX combo, I jumped on it – actually a feeling a little better with the 7 iron being in the more forgiving club.
I have never been a fanatic in any one brand but the Srixons are just great. I think you will enjoy them.
I’ll be able to go to the range tomorrow to try them out – can’t wait.
– Biggest difference was how much I enjoyed the lower offset of the Srixons. It’s so freeing to not see a closed face at address.
– The thinner sole was a substantially different feel in the 5, 6, 7 irons. The turf interaction is noticeable cleaner than the fatter soles of the HMs.
– Distances were obviously lower than the HMs because of the loft but nothing to crazy (half a club or so through most of them)
– ZX5 4 and 5 irons were very close in yardage. I guess this isn’t that uncommon and my swing wasn’t the best today either. I’m going to play them as is for a bit to see how they end up before tinkering with lofts (or even removing the 4 iron completely)
– ZX7s are way more forgiving than what I was expecting. You can definitely feel the mishit far more sharply than the ZX5s or the HMs but the distances were not that far off than better hits.
– Mishits in the ZX5s are very muted and just as forgiving. The HMs felt the about the same.
– Sweet hits with the ZX7s feel like I went through a cotton ball
– The biggest difference for me was the shaft. The KBS Tour 120 in the Srixons feels stiffer and more uniform than the Modus 120 in the HMs. I found I preferred the KBS far more as I still had awareness of the club head and face when my transition and downswing got a little quick and aggressive.
I can’t wait to play a round with them this weekend!
Agree about forgiveness of 5s. When my Over The Top rears up I hit Toe shots, I feel it right away but only loose about 5 yards.
Thought about this the other day. The V sole is absolutely the best thing about these clubs to me. I expect whenever I get my next set of clubs that I might find a set that I like better on Trakman but it’s going to be hard to get it out of my head how great that sole is working through the turf. For same reason, I don’t think I’ll ever get away from Cleveland approach wedges. It’s absolutely amazing for someone like me that is steep down on the ball.
I also managed to find a seat as this train departed the station. Selected ZX5 in 4-6 + ZX7 in 7-A. Purchased heads only and expect to have the clubs assembled shortly after Christmas.
Current gamers are Titleist T200s. I’ve been eager to try Srixon for several years. Probably going to add a couple of Cleveland wedges and have a Muira putter for this bag. Top end is TBD.