51
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
4/100
Owner ratings
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT vs Yokohama dB super E spec — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama dB super E spec — better comfort, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
dB super E spec leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT | dB super E spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 63 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 72 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
dB super E spec leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT | dB super E spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 56 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 55 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
dB super E spec leads by 42
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT | dB super E spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 45 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
dB super E spec leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT | dB super E spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 47 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 66 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
dB super E spec leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT | dB super E spec |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 68 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT | Yokohama dB super E spec |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 51 | 66 |
| Dry | 62 | 72 |
| Wet | 51 | 55 |
| Comfort | 38 | 80 |
| Noise | 32 | – |
| Treadwear | 44 | 66 |
| Handling | 63 | 68 |
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Headline score
51
/ 100
Tire A
66
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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The Yokohama dB super E spec is widely praised for its exceptional ride comfort and low noise levels, making it a popular choice for drivers prioritizing a refined cabin experience. However, user experiences regarding tread longevity are polarized, with significant reports of premature wear contrasting with isolated instances of high mileage durability.
Pros
- Exceptional noise suppression and quiet operation
- Superior ride comfort and bump absorption
- Reliable dry weather grip
- Smooth handling characteristics for daily commuting
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life with reports of rapid wear
- Poor performance in snow and slushy conditions
- Average wet weather traction compared to premium competitors
- Susceptibility to punctures or structural failure in some instances
Observations
- Users with lightweight, modestly powered vehicles like the Suzuki Swift reported excellent tread longevity, suggesting the tire performs best under lower-stress applications.
- Drivers of compact hatchbacks like the Toyota Yaris and Honda Civic noted significant improvements in cabin quietness and suspension compliance compared to OEM alternatives.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT | B · Yokohama dB super E spec |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
51
/ 100
Dunlop
66
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama dB super E spec — better comfort, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama dB super E spec scores 80 vs 38 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama dB super E spec scores 66 vs 44 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama dB super E spec scores 72 vs 62 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama dB super E spec scores 68 vs 63 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 DSST CTT
Tire B · Yokohama dB super E spec
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.