Onix Pickleball Z5 Graphite Beginner Pickleball Paddle: Specs, Weight and Who It Suits
The Onix Pickleball Z5 Graphite Beginner Pickleball Paddle sits under $75, weighs a stated 7.85 oz. Compared with the rest of our catalog, it is 0.15 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is below the median paddle price across the 204 paddles we track.
At a listed 7.85 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.
7.85 oz listed · graphite face
Onix Pickleball Z5 Graphite Beginner Pickleball Paddle specs
| Brand | Onix |
|---|---|
| Budget | Under $75 |
| Listed weight | 7.85 oz (223 g), midweight |
| Core thickness | Not stated in listing |
| Shape | Not stated in listing |
| Face material | graphite |
| Core material | polymer honeycomb |
| Grip circumference | Not stated in listing |
| Thermoformed | Not stated |
| USA Pickleball approval | Claimed in listing |
Who is the Onix Pickleball Z5 Graphite Beginner Pickleball Paddle for?
At a listed 7.85 oz it sits in the midweight band (about 7.8 to 8.2 oz) that suits most adult players, balancing hand speed against stability.
Not sure about weight or grip? Run the paddle weight calculator and the grip size calculator before buying.
How it compares
Against the 204 paddles we track, it is 0.15 oz lighter than the catalog median of 8.00 oz, and its price is below the median paddle price across the 204 paddles we track. It falls in our best paddle under $75 band. See every Onix paddle in the catalog. Other paddles at this weight: 7.9 oz paddles.
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How much does the Onix Pickleball Z5 Graphite Beginner Pickleball Paddle weigh?
The listing gives 7.85 oz (about 223 g), which puts it in the mid class. Individual paddles vary slightly from the stated figure, often by a tenth of an ounce or so. Use the paddle weight calculator to see whether that weight suits your build and play style.
Is the Onix Pickleball Z5 Graphite Beginner Pickleball Paddle good for beginners?
Its price makes it a low-risk first paddle.
What core thickness is the Onix Pickleball Z5 Graphite Beginner Pickleball Paddle?
The listing does not state the core thickness. Most paddles use a 13, 14 or 16 mm core; if it matters to you, confirm on the product page or with the seller before buying.
This is researched general guidance, not professional advice. Specs and prices come from manufacturer listings and change often; confirm details on the product page before buying.
