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Falken Azenis FK510 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.

Tire A Falken

Falken Azenis FK510

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Falken Azenis FK510 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
76/100
25 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
384 owner reviews
Dry
80
Wet
85
Snow
Comfort
62
Noise
84
Treadwear
75
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 comfort, dry and handling. Pick the Falken Azenis FK510 if noise matters most to you.
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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) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 8
A — Falken Azenis FK510
80
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88
Why this score
SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Professional tests (TWG score) 74 85
Tire Rack owners 89
Tyre Reviews owners 88 93
SimpleTire owners 97
Dry Braking (% of best) 92% 99%
Dry Handling (% of best) 97% 98%

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 5
A — Falken Azenis FK510
85
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
90
Why this score
SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Professional tests (TWG score) 84 89
Tire Rack owners 86
Tyre Reviews owners 88 90
SimpleTire owners 91
Wet Braking (% of best) 87% 93%
Wet Circle (% of best) 99% 92%
Wet Handling (% of best) 97% 92%

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Falken Azenis FK510
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
52
Why this score
SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
SimpleTire owners 75

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 20
A — Falken Azenis FK510
62
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
82
Why this score
SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Professional tests (TWG score) 49 84
Tire Rack owners 83
Tyre Reviews owners 77 80
SimpleTire owners 95

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Azenis FK510 leads by 12
A — Falken Azenis FK510
84
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
72
Why this score
SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Professional tests (TWG score) 73 72
SimpleTire owners 88

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 4
A — Falken Azenis FK510
75
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
79
Why this score
SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Tire Rack owners 77
Tyre Reviews owners 71 79
SimpleTire owners 80

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 7
A — Falken Azenis FK510
81
B — Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88
Why this score
SourceAzenis FK510Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Tyre Reviews owners 81 88
DriverReviews owners 86 88

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 78 83
Dry 80 88
Wet 85 90
Snow 52
Comfort 62 82
Noise 84 72
Treadwear 75 79
Handling 81 88

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Headline score

Tire A

Tire B

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

Test data

The professional test results behind the scores

Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Curved Aquaplaning Curved 100% #2/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test 100% #1/8 · 2021 Camper Van / SUV Tyre Test -0.3 Different tests
Dry Braking Dry 92% #9/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test 99% #2/10 · 2021 Motor Summer Tyre Test -7.1 Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 97% #8/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test 98% #8/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test -0.5 Different tests
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 81% #6/11 · 2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test 98% #3/8 · 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test -16.4 Different tests
Noise Other 99% #5/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test 99% #15/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test -0.1 Different tests
Price Other 77% #3/10 · 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test 94% #7/10 · 2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch Tyre Test -16.8 Different tests
Value Other 71% #5/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test 78% #13/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test -6.8 Same test
Wear Other 73% #9/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test 100% #1/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test -27.3 Same test
Overall Ranking Overall 13% #8/11 · 2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test 100% #1/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout -87.5 Different tests
Straight Aqua Straight 95% #2/9 · 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test 97% #4/10 · 2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch Tyre Test -2.7 Different tests
Subj. Comfort Subj 60% #8/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test 89% #4/10 · 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test -28.9 Different tests
Subj. Dry Handling Subj 80% #5/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test 91% #8/10 · 2021 Motor Summer Tyre Test -11.4 Different tests
Subj. Wet Handling Subj 80% #11/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test 100% #1/3 · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 vs SuperSport vs SuperSport R -20 Different tests
Total Cost of Ownership Total 0% #9/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test 0% #12/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test 0 Same test
Tyre Weight Tyre 93% #5/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test 100% #1/10 · 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test -6.8 Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 87% #9/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test 93% #9/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test -6.1 Different tests
Wet Circle Wet 99% #6/10 · 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test 92% #4/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test +7 Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 97% #7/10 · 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test 92% #2/8 · 2020 ViBilagare SUV Tyre Test +4.9 Different tests
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

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

Tire A Falken Azenis FK510

The Falken Azenis FK510 is widely regarded as a high-value, ultra-high-performance summer tire that frequently outperforms more expensive premium brands in wet and dry traction. While users consistently praise its comfort, quiet ride, and confidence-inspiring grip, the consensus is that these performance benefits come at the cost of accelerated tread wear.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet and dry traction
  • High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors
  • Quiet and comfortable ride quality
  • Strong hydroplaning resistance
  • Predictable handling characteristics

Cons

  • Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
  • Soft sidewalls can lead to delayed steering response at high speeds
  • Potential for increased road noise on specific rough road surfaces
  • Susceptibility to tramlining as the tread wears down

Observations

  • Users with high-torque, rear-wheel-drive vehicles and heavy EVs frequently report significantly faster rear tire wear.
  • Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., BMW, Tesla, Mustang) note that while the tire offers excellent grip, the softer sidewall can feel less precise than dedicated track-focused tires during aggressive cornering.
  • Owners of luxury sedans and SUVs often highlight the tire's ability to improve ride comfort and reduce noise compared to factory-fitted run-flat tires.
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.
Community buzz

What real owners are saying

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

Tire A

Falken Azenis FK510

Mixed

Community opinions on the Falken Azenis FK510 are generally mixed, balancing praise for their value pricing and strong wet-weather grip against complaints regarding soft sidewalls, rapid tread wear on heavy or track-driven vehicles, and handling that some drivers describe as "boaty." While many view them as a cost-effective alternative to premium tires like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S, others note that recent price hikes and mixed performance in testing make them a secondary choice compared to dedicated track or alternative ultra-high-performance tires.

r/CarTrackDays ·4 upvotes ·2019-01-27

“Upgrading tires from Falken Azenis FK510, looking for recommendations Hey all, I drive a V6 1LE camaro, i've been doing a lot of open practice sessions at a small track (the driveway in austin, tx), long story short I bought brand new Azenis FK510 two months ago, only about 4k street miles, and after about 3 hours of track time they're pretty much done....mostly from noob mistakes like overcooking the entry and destroying the front shoulders, and having the rear tires way too overinflated so the shoulders are fine but the center are down to the wear bars. Even under ideal conditions and purposely driving slower and smoother I can't see these lasting much more than 4-5 hours of track time, I'm just surprised to see these tires wear down very very quickly under hard driving and overheat somewhat quickly, these are awesome daily driving tires but I'm looking for more track performance. I'm currently debating between pilot sport 4s, bridgestone re-71r, firehawk indy 500. This is more of a philosophical question, I'm looking at a wide variety of treadwear tires, I'm curious how you guys decide on what treadwear tires to run and how you decide between wear, price, and grip. I'm leaning towards the RE-71r right now, I figure if I'm burning through my tires in a few months anyways might as well do it with sticky tires since my falkens didn't last long anyways... Read more”

r/TeslaModelS ·3 upvotes ·2025-11-25

“Anyone running Falken Azenis FK510? I bought a lightly used 2022 Model S from Tesla directly back in March of 2025. It came with the 21" Archnids on brand new FK510s. I immediately had the camber shims + an alignment to prevent the inner tear wear. Since then I've driven 11,500 miles on it. I noticed today my front tires look brand new, but the rear tires are completely bald all the way across. I drive in medium ride height and rarely accelerate aggressively. Now I'm wondering if this short lifespan is due to the tires Tesla put on there and if it would make more sense to buy a used set of 19" tempest wheels or replace these tires. Read more”

r/kereta ·3 upvotes ·2024-05-12

“Falken Azenis SUV (FK510) Replaced my Goodyear tires after 2 years. Was using Continental prior to that. Read some good reviews regarding the Falken FK510 SUV, some even mentioned it as the poor man's Michelin tires. Goodyear's tires were a bit rough, every time we drove through a bump or potholes felt really bumpy. Conti was soft, but it's lifespan is a bit short, usually lasts me a year or so. After driving around a day with FK510, it feels nice, somewhat like Conti. Here's hoping that it'll last me 2 years. 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.”

Top themes
#Wet weather grip#Value and pricing#Treadwear and lifespan#Sidewall stiffness and handling#Autocross and track performance

Based on 25 community posts

Tire B

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Falken Azenis FK510 B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
CategorySummer Ultra High Performance tiresSummer Max Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available6816
Rim diameters17″ – 22″18″ – 21″
Tread depth10/32″7 - 9/32″
UTQG300 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?

Falken

Goodyear

Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — better comfort, dry and handling. Pick the Falken Azenis FK510 if noise matters most to you.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 82 vs 62 on comfort.

Pick tire A You want a quieter cabin

Falken Azenis FK510 scores 84 vs 72 on noise.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 88 vs 80 on dry.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

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

Tire A · Falken Azenis FK510
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.