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Falken Azenis FK510 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 31 + 18 road tests and 907 + 3,601 owner reviews. How we score

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 is ahead, 84–73

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Falken Azenis FK510
Tire AFalken

Azenis FK510

Summer

± 4

Tests 74 · 31 tests Owners 66 · 907 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 9 in 2018 Sport Auto 19 inch UHP and Track Day Tyre Test (wet braking)

“I have Fallen FK510s and live where it rains 300 days a year, they perform great and I'm sure the 520 is even better”

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
± 4

Tests 86 · 18 tests Owners 81 · 3,601 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test (wear)

“F1 Asy 5s on my S204. I can confirm they are pretty decent and have coped well with the tarmac-ripping 154hp and 184 lbs-ft torque of the M274 fitted to my wagon”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

Key facts

  • In 9 tests that measured dry braking for both, Azenis FK510 won 0 and Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 won 8 (average 94% vs 98% of the best).
  • In 9 tests that measured wet braking for both, Azenis FK510 won 4 and Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 won 5 (average 97% vs 98% of the best).
  • In 7 tests that measured straight aquaplaning for both, Azenis FK510 won 3 and Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 won 4 (average 97% vs 97% of the best).
  • In 6 tests that measured dry handling for both, Azenis FK510 won 2 and Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 won 4 (average 98% vs 99% of the best).
  • In 6 tests that measured wet handling for both, Azenis FK510 won 0 and Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 won 4 (average 97% vs 99% of the best).
  1. 74

    Dry

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 +12
    86
    Why this score
    SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 28 / 17 tests7385
    Reviews found online7587
    Dry Braking (% of best) · 9 shared tests · wins 0–894%98%
    Dry Handling (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 2–498%99%
    Dry Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 4 shared tests · wins 0–471%88%

    Azenis FK510: 60% × 72.9 + 40% × 75.4 = 74

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5: 60% × 85.3 + 40% × 87 = 86

  2. 85

    Wet

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 +5
    90
    Why this score
    SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 29 / 17 tests8993
    Reviews found online7886
    Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 7 shared tests · wins 3–497%97%
    Wet Handling (tester's mark) (% of best) · 4 shared tests · wins 1–282%88%
    Wet Braking (% of best) · 9 shared tests · wins 4–597%98%
    Wet Circle (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–198%99%
    Wet Handling (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 0–497%99%

    Azenis FK510: 60% × 89 + 40% × 78.2 = 85

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5: 60% × 92.8 + 40% × 85.8 = 90

  3. 55

    Snow

    No comparison
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    Why this score
    SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 61 (est.)–
    Reviews found online46–

    Azenis FK510: 60% × 61.3 (est.) + 40% × 45.5 = 55

    No road tests of snow for Azenis FK510. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.37).

  4. 57

    Comfort

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 +25
    82
    Why this score
    SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 8 tests4294
    Reviews found online6875
    Comfort (tester's mark) (% of best) · 4 shared tests · wins 1–376%87%

    Azenis FK510: 40% × 41.7 + 60% × 67.6 = 57

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5: 40% × 93.6 + 60% × 75.1 = 82

  5. 66

    Noise

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 +4
    70
    Why this score
    SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 18 / 13 tests6673
    Reviews found online67≈ 67 (est.)
    Noise (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 4–199%98%

    Azenis FK510: 60% × 66 + 40% × 67.2 = 66

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5: 60% × 73 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 70

    No owner ratings of noise for Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5. The owner half is the owners’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.

  6. 65

    Treadwear

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 +14
    79
    Why this score
    SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 5 / 3 tests7383
    Reviews found online5472
    Wear (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 0–286%96%

    Azenis FK510: 60% × 73.1 + 40% × 54.1 = 65

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5: 60% × 82.8 + 40% × 72.1 = 79

  7. 72

    Handling (owners)

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 +13
    85
    Why this score
    SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
    Reviews found online7285
  8. 51

    Efficiency

    Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 +10
    61
    Why this score
    SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 19 / 14 tests5161
    Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 6 shared tests · wins 2–487%91%
Scores at a glance
Falken Azenis FK510 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryFalken Azenis FK510Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Relative Score 73 84
Dry 74 86
Wet 85 90
Snow 55 –
Comfort 57 82
Noise 66 70
Treadwear 65 79
Handling (owners) 72 85
Efficiency 51 61

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Headline score
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Azenis FK510

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Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

The professional test results behind the scores

Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.

In the overall rankings of 12 tests that ran both, Falken Azenis FK510 finished ahead 0 times and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 12 times.

DisciplineCategoryAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5ΔHead-to-head
Dry Braking Dry 94% 98% −3.6 0–8 in 9 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Dry Handling Dry 98% 99% −0.5 2–4 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Dry Handling (tester's mark) Dry 71% 88% −17.2 0–4 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Straight Aquaplaning Wet 97% 97% −0.9 3–4 in 7 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Wet Braking Wet 97% 98% −0.5 4–5 in 9 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Wet Circle Wet 98% 99% −1.0 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test · 275/35 R19
Wet Handling Wet 97% 99% −1.6 0–4 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Wet Handling (tester's mark) Wet 82% 88% −6.7 1–2 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Comfort (tester's mark) Comfort 76% 87% −11.6 1–3 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Noise Noise 99% 98% +0.4 4–1 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Wear Treadwear 86% 96% −10.1 0–2 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 87% 91% −4.2 2–4 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Price Cost 84% 70% +13.7 5–1 in 6 shared tests Newest: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test · 225/40 R18
Total Cost of Ownership Cost #6/20 #1/20 – 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test · 245/45 R18
Value Cost 87% 82% +4.7 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test · 245/45 R18
Overall Ranking Overall #5/6 #3/6 – 0–12 in 12 shared tests Newest: 2021 Sportauto Summer Tire Test for Sportcars R19 · 255/35R19

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Azenis FK510

Pros

  • Outstanding grip in both wet and dry conditions
  • Exceptional value and lower price point compared to premium brands
  • Smooth and comfortable ride quality that absorbs road imperfections well

Cons

  • Accelerated tread wear and shorter overall lifespan
  • Softer sidewalls can result in slightly delayed initial steering response or a feeling of looseness during aggressive high-speed maneuvers
  • Occasional reports of increased tire noise or harshness on specific rough or concrete road surfaces
All owner themes in the Azenis FK510 review

Tire B Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry grip
  • Precise steering response and high-speed stability
  • Strong value for money compared to tier-one rivals

Cons

  • Faster-than-expected tread wear for some aggressive drivers
  • Notable road noise on coarse or concrete road surfaces
  • Stiffer sidewalls can lead to a harsher ride quality on certain vehicles
All owner themes in the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Falken Azenis FK510

Mixed

Community members frequently view the Falken Azenis FK510 as an affordable, budget-friendly alternative to premium tires like Michelin Pilot Sports, offering strong wet weather grip and good everyday road comfort. However, opinions are mixed due to rapid treadwear, with multiple drivers reporting bald tires in 10,000 to 15,000 miles or poor durability during track and autocross sessions. Furthermore, some users note compromises in steering response, road noise, and overall performance compared to top-tier max performance tires.

r/tires ·2 upvotes ·2022-02-08

“Falken Azenis FK510 prices? Anyone know why the prices for Falken Azenis FK510's went up 25% or more in the last month? 235/40R18 went from $154 to $192. The whole benefit of these tires is that they offer PS4S performance for way less money. Now, you midaswhale just buy the Michelins. I haven't seen any other summer tires make that kind of a jump in price. I know Falken announced a price increase for 2022, but it was only like 5%. What's the dealio? Read more”

r/TeslaModel3 ·1 upvote ·2024-02-10

“I put the fk510 on my 2014 535d msport and the rears only lasted 10-11k or one year. Trying something different. They are a good performance summer tire but not worth replacing every year.”

corvetteforum.com

“I've had a set of Falken Azenis FK510's on my car for a couple of months now, and just this past weekend took a trip through the twisties up to Prescott, and pushed the car as hard as I could heading up the mountain. I was a little nervous as I'd never used Falken tires before, but trusted in Tire Rack's reviews of them and pushed the envelope in every turn I hit. It was a pleasant surprise to find that the tires were gripping just as well as the much more expensive Michelin tires they'd replaced, and I even hit a personal best of .95g going around one of the more nasty turns. During this entire drive I never felt once like the tires weren't gripping perfectly, or that I was going to lose control from them breaking loose. Road noise is pretty much non-existent, and they seem to run pretty smooth over every surface I've driven them on so far. All-in-all I don't regret my purchase one bit, and if their longevity is anything like what I got out of my previous set of Michelins I'll definitely be buying another set once this one is done for.”

Top themes
#budget friendly pricing#wet weather traction#fast treadwear#track durability concerns#ride comfort#cabin road noise#daily street driving

Based on 63 community posts

Tire B

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

Positive

Community members generally view the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 very positively, frequently praising its wet grip, cold weather performance, and steering feel when compared to rivals like Michelin Pilot Sport 4 and Pirelli P Zero. While some users find them exceptionally quiet, others note moderate road noise or low-speed scrubbing on full lock.

Top themes
#wet grip performance#comparison to Michelin PS4#road noise levels#cold temperature handling#full lock scrubbing

Based on 13 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Falken Azenis FK510 B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
CategorySummerSummer
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available9364
Rim diameters17″ – 22″17″ – 22″
Tread depth10/32″7 - 9/32″
UTQG300 A A300 - 500 A - AA A
SidewallBlackwallBlack Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering
Max pressure50 psi50 - 51 psi
Sizes in common4040

Which one should you actually buy?

Falken Azenis FK510

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — better comfort, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 82 vs 57 on comfort.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 79 vs 65 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 85 vs 72 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 86 vs 74 on dry.

Pick tire A Your priority is noise

Falken Azenis FK510 won 4 of 5 shared noise tests.

Tire A · Falken Azenis FK510
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

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Azenis FK510 or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5?

Which is better in the wet, Azenis FK510 or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5?

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, 90 vs 85 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, Azenis FK510 or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5?

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, 86 vs 74 on our dry score.

Which is quieter, Azenis FK510 or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5?

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, 70 vs 66 on our noise score.

Which is more comfortable, Azenis FK510 or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5?

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, 82 vs 57 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, Azenis FK510 or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5?

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, 79 vs 65 on our treadwear score.

Which rolls more easily, Azenis FK510 or Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5?

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, 61 vs 51 on our efficiency score.

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.

Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology