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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Dunlop Sport Maxx RT vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — Compared (September 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.

Dunlop Sport Maxx RT tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
180 owner reviews
Dry
88
Wet
84
Snow
–
Comfort
82
Noise
–
Treadwear
60
Handling
81

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Goodyear

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

Summer Max Performance tires

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
94/100
20 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
250 owner reviews
Dry
88
Wet
90
Snow
52
Comfort
82
Noise
72
Treadwear
79
Handling
88

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — better treadwear, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
88
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88
Why this score
SourceSport Maxx RTEagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Professional tests (TWG score) – 85
Tire Rack owners 86 –
Tyre Reviews owners 88 93
SimpleTire owners 92 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 6
A — Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
84
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
90
Why this score
SourceSport Maxx RTEagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Professional tests (TWG score) – 89
Tire Rack owners 79 –
Tyre Reviews owners 84 90
SimpleTire owners 87 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
–
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
52
Why this score
SourceSport Maxx RTEagle F1 Asymmetric 5
SimpleTire owners 73 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
82
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
82
Why this score
SourceSport Maxx RTEagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Professional tests (TWG score) – 84
Tire Rack owners 70 –
Tyre Reviews owners 82 80
SimpleTire owners 95 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
–
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
72
Why this score
SourceSport Maxx RTEagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Professional tests (TWG score) – 72
SimpleTire owners 92 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 19
A — Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
60
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
79
Why this score
SourceSport Maxx RTEagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Tire Rack owners 70 –
Tyre Reviews owners 60 79
SimpleTire owners 84 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 7
A — Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
81
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88
Why this score
SourceSport Maxx RTEagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Tyre Reviews owners 81 88
DriverReviews owners – 88

Scores at a glance

Dunlop Sport Maxx RT vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop Sport Maxx RTGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Relative Score 77 85
Dry 88 88
Wet 84 90
Snow – 52
Comfort 82 82
Noise – 72
Treadwear 60 79
Handling 81 88

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Tire A

Tire B

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

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dunlop Sport Maxx RT

The Dunlop SportMaxx RT is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in dry and wet grip, offering a comfortable and quiet ride that often transforms the driving dynamics of the vehicles it is fitted to. While users frequently praise its handling, braking, and confidence-inspiring feedback, the consensus is heavily polarized by its rapid tread wear, which many owners find unacceptable for daily driving.

Pros

  • Exceptional grip in both dry and wet conditions
  • High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
  • Predictable handling and communicative steering feedback
  • Strong braking performance
  • Good value for money compared to other premium brands

Cons

  • Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
  • Soft sidewalls which some users find less sharp for aggressive cornering
  • Reports of cracking or premature aging of the rubber compound
  • Poor performance in snow or freezing temperatures
  • Inconsistent longevity across different vehicle weights and driving styles

Observations

  • Users with heavy front-wheel-drive vehicles or high-torque diesel estates frequently report the fastest tread wear, often requiring replacement under 15,000 miles.
  • Owners of performance-oriented cars (e.g., Alfa Romeo, Mazda, Volvo) often report that the tire significantly improves ride quality and noise levels compared to stiffer OEM tires like run-flats or Pirelli P Zeros.
  • Some users on 19-inch sizes noted increased road noise and harshness, suggesting the tire's comfort benefits may be more pronounced on smaller rim diameters.
Tire B Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 is widely regarded as a top-tier, high-performance all-rounder that excels in both wet and dry conditions. Users frequently praise its predictable handling, strong grip, and excellent value compared to more expensive competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport series. While most owners report high satisfaction, some note concerns regarding road noise and inconsistent tread life depending on driving style and vehicle weight.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry grip
  • Predictable and confidence-inspiring handling at the limit
  • High value-for-money proposition
  • Strong braking performance
  • Good rim protection features

Cons

  • Noticeable road noise on certain surfaces
  • Tread life can be inconsistent, with some users reporting rapid wear
  • Stiffer sidewalls can lead to a harsher ride on rough roads
  • Occasional reports of quality control issues like balancing difficulties

Observations

  • Users transitioning from run-flat tires to the Asymmetric 5 consistently report a massive improvement in ride comfort and steering feel.
  • Drivers of heavier or high-torque vehicles (e.g., 300hp+ sedans) report faster tread wear, though many still praise the tire's ability to manage power delivery.
  • Some users on lower-profile setups (18-20 inch) noted increased road noise and sensitivity to road imperfections compared to smaller, higher-profile configurations.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop Sport Maxx RT B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Category—Summer Max Performance tires
Vehicle type—Passenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available516
Rim diameters17″ – 19″18″ – 21″
Tread depth9/32″7 - 9/32″
UTQG240 A A300 - 500 A - AA A
SidewallBlackwallBlack Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering
Max pressure50 psi50 - 51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Goodyear

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

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 79 vs 60 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 88 vs 81 on handling.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 90 vs 84 on wet.

Tire A · Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

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.