Japanese golf clubs Mizuno GX Fairway Wood vs. Fourteen CF-218 Fairway Wood – A Detailed Head-to-Head Comparison
Today, I had the chance to test and compare two standout 3-wood fairway woods head-to-head.
The clubs I tested were the Mizuno GX Fairway Wood and the Fourteen CF-218 Fairway Wood.
Both are 3-woods (15° loft), but they offer subtly different experiences on the course.
Top: Mizuno GX with MFUSION D carbon shaft
Bottom: Fourteen CF-218 with FT-15f carbon shaft
Fourteen CF-218 Specs
Loft: 15° / Length: 43.25″ / Shaft Flex: S / Shaft Weight: 58g
Torque: 4.3 / Balance: D0 / Kick Point: Mid / Total Club Weight: 318g
Mizuno GX Specs
Loft: 15° / Length: 43″ / Shaft Flex: S / Shaft Weight: 52g
Torque: 4.2 / Balance: D1 / Kick Point: Mid / Total Club Weight: 307g
These are two of the latest fairway woods from Mizuno and Fourteen. Having tested both individually before, I took the opportunity to directly compare them.
Both clubs feature a shallow profile—a popular trait in today’s fairway woods. While shallow, their head shapes remain well-formed and pleasing at address.
Left: CF-218 / Right: GX
The neck lengths are nearly identical, with no noticeable difference.
Left: CF-218 / Right: GX
Sole design is where these clubs differ the most. The CF-218 keeps things minimalist, while the GX features a more complex, technology-rich sole design.
The shallow head shape is very evident in both models. From any angle, they appear very similar in this respect.
Looking at the face, the GX appears slightly more compact, which I personally preferred.
Top: GX / Bottom: CF-218
Grip textures also differ. Mizuno’s is functional and secure, while Fourteen’s offers a softer, more refined touch. If I had to choose, I’d go with Fourteen’s grip.
Left: CF-218 / Right: GX
Both felt very lightweight in practice swings—modern FW feel all the way. Despite the light weight, neither felt unstable.
Fourteen CF-218
Mizuno GX
At address, both were easy to line up. But my immediate preference was for the GX—it felt natural and confident. The CF-218 looked slightly more “forgiving,” while the GX had a sharper, more athletic look.
Performance Insights
Left: CF-218 / Right: GX
Feel off the face was soft on both, but GX had a slightly clearer response that I preferred.
Left: CF-218 / Right: GX
Sound was similar, but again, I leaned toward the GX for its crisper note.
Both clubs made it easy to launch the ball—even off the deck. They’re ideal for golfers seeking higher launch from their 3-woods.
In terms of stability, both performed well. If I had to choose, GX edged out slightly in consistency.
As for distance, the GX clearly had the upper hand here.
Both clubs favor ease and forgiveness, but they still allow for some workability. The CF-218 felt slightly more responsive when trying to shape shots.
While the CF-218 embraces simplicity, the GX integrates visible performance tech. Both offer great potential, but if I had to pick one overall winner, the Mizuno GX takes the lead.
It combines distance, forgiveness, and refined feel—all wrapped in a sleek, modern design.
