80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
94/100
20 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
250 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 vs Pirelli P Zero Nero GT — 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.
VS
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
43 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — better wet, handling and comfort. Pick the Pirelli P Zero Nero GT if snow and noise matter 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
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 64 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
P Zero Nero GT leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 64 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
P Zero Nero GT leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 72 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 60 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 68 |
| DriverReviews owners | 88 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | Pirelli P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 74 |
| Dry | 88 | 84 |
| Wet | 90 | 69 |
| Snow | 52 | 77 |
| Comfort | 82 | 68 |
| Noise | 72 | 87 |
| Treadwear | 79 | 69 |
| Handling | 88 | 68 |
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Tire A
74
/ 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.
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.
The Pirelli P Zero Nero GT is a polarizing performance tire that excels in dry conditions but receives mixed feedback regarding wet-weather reliability and ride refinement. While many users praise its dry grip and value-oriented pricing, a significant portion of owners report issues with high-speed vibrations, inconsistent wet traction, and premature tread wear.
Pros
- Strong dry-weather grip and predictable handling
- Competitive price point compared to top-tier performance rivals
- Improved noise levels and ride comfort for some users
- Progressive handling characteristics when pushed in dry conditions
Cons
- Inconsistent and sometimes unpredictable wet-weather performance
- Reports of persistent vibrations at highway speeds despite rebalancing
- Soft sidewalls leading to a 'numb' or 'twitchy' steering feel
- Rapid tread wear, particularly under aggressive driving conditions
Observations
- Users with high-torque front-wheel-drive hatchbacks (e.g., Golf GTI, Megane RS) frequently report difficulty putting power down in the wet.
- Owners of heavier vehicles like the BMW 7-series or Jaguar X-Type noted that the soft sidewalls can feel vague or 'numb' during cornering.
- Drivers of smaller performance cars (e.g., Fiesta ST) generally report higher satisfaction with the tire's handling-to-price ratio.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | B · Pirelli P Zero Nero GT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 16 | 2 |
| Rim diameters | 18″ – 21″ | 19″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 7 - 9/32″ | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 300 - 500 A - AA A | 280 A A |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Goodyear
74
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 — better wet, handling and comfort. Pick the Pirelli P Zero Nero GT if snow and noise matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Pirelli P Zero Nero GT scores 77 vs 52 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 90 vs 69 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 scores 88 vs 68 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Pirelli P Zero Nero GT scores 87 vs 72 on noise.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Tire B · Pirelli P Zero Nero GT
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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.