AT10 Genius 18K Alum 2024 (Tapia)

The 2024 edition of Tapia's Genius: a medium-balance teardrop with an 18K aluminised carbon face, a multilayer Black EVA core and a 100% carbon frame, built for versatile, control-minded play.

Platform-created modelAdvancedControlSpecs unverified

Shape: Teardrop
Weight: 360–375 g
Balance: Medium
Feel: Medium

Best price

€169.90

Platform score 8.2/10

The 2024 edition of Tapia's Genius: a medium-balance teardrop with an 18K aluminised carbon face, a multilayer Black EVA core and a 100% carbon frame, built for versatile, control-minded play. Nox lists a teardrop head, a listed weight of 360–375 g, balance Medium, a MLD Black EVA (multilayer) core and a Rough (sand texture) face. Nox no longer lists the 2024 model; specs are Padel Market's. The profile isn't published.

Who is this racket for?

Best for: Advanced players who place the ball and build points patiently.
Playing style: Control
Level: Advanced
Recommended for: Tactical players who value direction and depth over raw pace.
Not ideal for: Players looking for easy power on overheads.

The teardrop/hybrid head widens above the middle. Compare the front view with a round racket.

The balance point is shown in the edge view with the balance overlay.

Platform evaluation: our interpretation of the specs, not a manufacturer claim.

Platform scores

Overall platform score

8.2/10

Sample evaluation

Power8.1

Control8.2

Maneuverability7.1

Forgiveness6.9

Sweet spot7.1

Defence7.4

Attack8.5

These are Paladex's own evaluation scores (methodology v0.2 (sample)), not manufacturer-certified measurements. Scores are on the same 1–10 scale across the site.

Specifications

UnverifiedAs listed by padelmarket.com (retailer), collected 6 Oct 2026. Not yet checked against the brand. Frame material, Face material from padelmarket.com, 12 Oct 2026; not checked against the brand. Official product page

Brand: Nox
Model: AT10 Genius 18K Alum 2024 (Tapia)
Collection: AT10
Year: 2024
Shape: TeardropWidest a little above the middle, narrowing towards the throat. The sweet spot sits slightly higher than on a round racket. The middle ground: more reach and punch than round, more forgiveness than diamond. It suits players who attack and defend.
Weight: 360–375 gA mid-range weight that most adult players handle comfortably, balancing stability and speed.
Balance: Medium (even) · ≈ 265 mm (estimated)Where the weight is concentrated. A neutral feel: neither sluggish nor whippy. It suits all-round players. Higher balance generally favours power, lower balance usually improves maneuverability.
Thickness: Not publishedProfile thickness not published yet.
Frame material: 100% carbon
Face material: 18K aluminised carbon, rough sand finish
Core: MLD Black EVA (multilayer)A mix of comfort and precision that suits most intermediate players.
Surface: RoughGrips the ball for more spin on slices, kick serves and viboras.
Hardness: MediumA balanced core density.
Sweet spot: Slightly above the middleDerived from the shape class. The 3D zone is an illustration, not a measurement.
Grip & handle: Standard handle with overgrip