81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
490 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
General G Max AS03 vs Goodyear Eagle RS-A — 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
85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
75 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle RS-A — better snow, noise and comfort. Pick the General G Max AS03 if handling 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
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 96 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 47 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 55 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 35 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 52 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 94 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle RS-A leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 67 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 88 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
G Max AS03 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | G Max AS03 | Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 63 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | General G Max AS03 | Goodyear Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 85 |
| Dry | 90 | 94 |
| Wet | 87 | 88 |
| Snow | 40 | 76 |
| Comfort | 85 | 90 |
| Noise | 78 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 84 | 87 |
| Handling | 93 | 63 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 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 General G-Max RS is widely regarded as a high-value, ultra-high-performance summer tire that punches well above its price point. While it may not match the absolute peak grip or steering precision of premium tier-one brands like Michelin, users consistently praise its excellent wet-weather confidence, quiet ride, and impressive longevity for a performance-oriented compound.
Pros
- Exceptional price-to-performance ratio
- Strong wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Surprisingly quiet and comfortable for a summer performance tire
- Predictable handling characteristics during spirited street driving
- Good tread life compared to more expensive competitors
Cons
- Softer sidewalls can feel 'mushy' or lack precision during aggressive cornering
- Reported issues with flat-spotting after sitting for extended periods
- Some users noted vibration or balancing difficulties, potentially due to quality control inconsistencies
- Not intended for track-day abuse; can overheat and lose grip under heavy, sustained load
Observations
- Owners of heavier vehicles or high-torque sports cars (e.g., Corvettes, Mustangs, BMWs) frequently report that these tires are a significant upgrade over factory run-flat tires in terms of ride comfort and noise.
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Mazda3, VW Golf) often find the tire's performance to be more than adequate for daily driving and occasional spirited canyon runs.
- Some drivers running wider, low-profile setups noted that the tires can be prone to 'tramlining' or following grooves on uneven highway surfaces.
The Goodyear Eagle RS-A is widely regarded as a dependable, value-oriented all-season tire that excels in dry conditions and offers competitive longevity for daily commuting. While many users praise its consistent performance and affordability, a segment of the driving community reports concerns regarding wet-weather traction and noise levels as the tread wears down.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong dry road handling and cornering grip
- Reliable tread life for many users, often reaching 60,000 miles
- Consistent availability as an OEM replacement tire
Cons
- Inconsistent traction in heavy rain or standing water
- Poor performance in deep snow and ice conditions
- Increased road noise reported after significant mileage
- Hard rubber compound can lead to a vague steering feel for performance-oriented drivers
Observations
- Users with mid-size sedans like the Ford Fusion and Nissan Maxima frequently report achieving the advertised 60,000-mile tread life.
- Drivers of lighter vehicles, such as the Mini Cooper, noted that the tire provides sufficient grip for daily driving but lacks the precision required for aggressive cornering.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · General G Max AS03 | B · Goodyear Eagle RS-A |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | High Performance All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 14 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10 - 12/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 260 - 340 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | — | 44 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
General
85
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle RS-A — better snow, noise and comfort. Pick the General G Max AS03 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Eagle RS-A scores 76 vs 40 on snow.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General G Max AS03 scores 93 vs 63 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Eagle RS-A scores 90 vs 78 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle RS-A scores 90 vs 85 on comfort.
Tire A · General G Max AS03
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle RS-A
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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.