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Prime Essential Babolat

Badminton· Prime

RR ScoreUpdated on 10/05/2026

The Babolat Prime Essential is a badminton racket ideal for the intermediate player, with an even balance for crisp, smooth shots and a flexible shaft for deep, precise clears. The high-modulus graphite frame is aerodynamic and favors air penetration, making the racket fast and maneuverable, with an excellent weight-to-power ratio. It weighs 85 g (4U class) and measures 675 mm in length.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight class
4U
Balance point
Even balance
Flexibility
Flexible
Length
675 mm
Frame material
High-modulus graphite

LevelsIntermediate

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Light (85 g, 4U) and aerodynamic: fast and maneuverable
  • Flexible shaft: deep, precise clears

Cons

  • Even balance: without the head weight of attacking models
  • Flexible shaft gives less control on very hard shots
Ideal for
Intermediate-level players
Levels
Intermediate

Specs

Dimensions
Weight class4UMedium confidence
Balance pointEven balanceMedium confidence
Length675 mmMedium confidence
Construction
FlexibilityFlexibleMedium confidence
Frame materialHigh-modulus graphiteMedium confidence
Shaft materialNo dataMedium confidence
Maximum tensionNo dataMedium confidence
GripNo dataMedium confidence
Profile
LevelIntermediateMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%53
Approval from players35%65

The RR Score is not yet a precise figure. It summarizes the data we have today (specs and reviews) and changes as more information comes in. A low score does not mean the racquet is bad and does not reflect its technical quality: often it is just missing data or reviews. The specs combine several sources and may have discrepancies: check the manufacturer's website and the store where you buy.

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