Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews. Based on 31 + 1 road tests and 907 + 910 owner reviews. How we score
Azenis FK510 is ahead, 70–65
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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”
Tests – · 1 test Owners 65 · 910 reviews
“I'm having these tires put on right now. I went with the dynapro HT in a 265/65/17”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 28 / – tests | 73 | ≈ 67 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 75 | 67 |
Azenis FK510: 60% × 72.8 + 40% × 75.4 = 74
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.5 (est.) + 40% × 67.1 = 67
No road tests of dry for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.40).
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 29 / – tests | 88 | ≈ 68 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 76 | 66 |
Azenis FK510: 60% × 87.6 + 40% × 76.2 = 83
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.6 (est.) + 40% × 65.9 = 67
No road tests of wet for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.56).
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 61 (est.) | ≈ 64 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 44 | 53 |
Azenis FK510: 60% × 61.4 (est.) + 40% × 44.3 = 55
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 64.2 (est.) + 40% × 52.8 = 60
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 0.33).
No road tests of snow for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.33).
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / – tests | 42 | ≈ 69 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 68 | 66 |
Azenis FK510: 60% × 41.7 + 40% × 68.2 = 52
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 68.5 (est.) + 40% × 65.7 = 67
No road tests of comfort for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 18 / – tests | 66 | ≈ 67 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 69 | 75 |
Azenis FK510: 60% × 66 + 40% × 68.7 = 67
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.3 (est.) + 40% × 75.2 = 70
No road tests of noise for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is the tested tires’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 5 / 1 tests | 72 | 64 |
| Reviews found online | 57 | 64 |
Azenis FK510: 60% × 72.4 + 40% × 57.3 = 66
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 63.9 + 40% × 64 = 64
| Source | Azenis FK510 | Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 71 | 65 |
| Category | Falken Azenis FK510 | Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 65 |
| Dry | 74 | 67 |
| Wet | 83 | 67 |
| Snow | 55 | 60 |
| Comfort | 52 | 67 |
| Noise | 67 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 66 | 64 |
| Handling (owners) | 71 | 65 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Azenis FK510
Dynapro HT RH12
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.
| Discipline | Category | Azenis FK510 | Dynapro HT RH12 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tested Tread Life (Miles) | Treadwear | 54% #17/22 · 2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires | 63% #8/13 · 2022 Consumer Reports All Season Truck Tires | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #7/10 2025 Tire Rack UUHP Summer Tyre Test | #10/13 2022 Consumer Reports All Season Truck Tires | – | Different tests |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
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.
“I've got a set of Falken Azenis FK510 on my 20" Detroits, which I've been running for several years. They weren't expensive at the time and not noticeably different to the Pirellis on before - I would buy them again.”
“ST feels boaty on new Falken’s I recently purchased a set of 245/40/18 Falken Azenis FK510 to put on my stock wheels. After, the car feels like it’s constantly driving on a wet road. Even after getting heat into the tires, the car feels boaty and like the rear end doesn’t want to follow the front. Any tips? Or did I make a bad choice in tire?”
“Quote: Originally Posted by alohasurftoad G-Max RS, Falken FK510 or Firestone, all good. +1 on the Falken FK510 , about 500 miles in and very quiet and comfortable. Exceptional dry/wet traction.”
Based on 63 community posts
Community discussions around the Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 highlight it primarily as a mid-tier, budget-conscious highway all-season option for trucks and SUVs. Drivers appreciate its quiet ride, stable tracking, and solid grip, though some note a slightly jumpy ride quality. Most mentions revolve around purchase pricing, sizing options, and comparisons to alternative all-terrain or highway tires.
“Quote: Originally Posted by Bamaman This must be one of the most popular size of tires on the retail tire market. We're talking 100's to pick from. And unfortunately it's a very expensive tire size too. Yes I've noticed they are expensive! Although I realize I am not limited to just what is in stock at my nearest DiscTire, what they have now is interesting - not many in stock right now. They range from the $169 Trailfinder All Terrain, the $206.00 Cooper Discovers ATP II, the $209.00 Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, then a big jump up to the $277.00 Michelin Defender LTX M/S, and the YUGE $293.00 BFG A/T T/A KO2. I need a tire pretty much for road driving only. I do not often go out of town but for instance I've got a 9 hour trip later this month. It snows here in my area maybe..2 weeks / year, and nothing insane. So I don't really even need A/T tires in my opinion. The Hankook Dynapro seems to fit budget and looks like a good road tire. I can't tell which ones are Chinese but, sure, I'd love to avoid that too! Thanks for all the suggestions here.”
“For Sale: 3X Used Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 Tire - 205/75R16C Description: 3 used Hankook Dynapro HT (RH12) highway all-season tire is available. This model is designed for vans, pickups, and sport utility vehicles, combining long treadwear, good ride comfort, and all-season traction. Brand: Hankook Model: Dynapro HT (RH12) Size: 205/75R16C Condition: Used/Part-worn. The tire has been previously used. Features: The tire features a high-grip silica compound for improved wet and dry traction and a reinforced under-tread to prevent internal damage from impacts. Price: $300 Location: South Denver, Metro area delivery for $50 Read more”
“I'm having these tires put on right now. I went with the dynapro HT in a 265/65/17”
Based on 8 community posts
| Attribute | A · Falken Azenis FK510 | B · Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer | All-Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 93 | 24 |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 22″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 14/32″ |
| UTQG | 300 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 40,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 54 psi |
| Sizes in common | 0 | 0 |
Falken Azenis FK510
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12
Winner: Falken Azenis FK510 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 if comfort, snow and noise matter most to you.
Falken Azenis FK510 scores 83 vs 67 on wet.
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 scores 67 vs 52 on comfort.
Falken Azenis FK510 scores 74 vs 67 on dry.
Falken Azenis FK510 scores 71 vs 65 on handling.
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Falken Azenis FK510, 83 vs 67 on our wet score.
Falken Azenis FK510, 74 vs 67 on our dry score.
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 60 vs 55 on our snow score.
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 70 vs 67 on our noise score.
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, 67 vs 52 on our comfort score.
Neither, by our numbers: 66 vs 64 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.
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
