88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Falken Ziez ZE950 AS vs Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 — 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%)
89/100
125 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Falken Ziez ZE950 AS — better snow, handling and comfort. Pick the Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 if treadwear and dry 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)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Ziez ZE950 AS | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 69 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ziez ZE950 AS | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 47 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Ziez ZE950 AS leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Ziez ZE950 AS | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ziez ZE950 AS leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Ziez ZE950 AS | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 69 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Ziez ZE950 AS | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ziez ZE950 AS leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Ziez ZE950 AS | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 67 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken Ziez ZE950 AS | Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 85 |
| Dry | 90 | 94 |
| Wet | 85 | 87 |
| Snow | 100 | 77 |
| Comfort | 100 | 93 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 87 |
| Handling | 90 | 67 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 100
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.
The Falken Ziex ZE950 AS is widely regarded as a high-value tire that delivers a premium driving experience without the premium price tag. Users consistently praise its ability to balance ride comfort and handling, making it a popular choice for drivers seeking an affordable upgrade for daily commuting.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price point
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- Low road noise levels
- Responsive handling and cornering performance
Cons
- Limited tread life warranty compared to some competitors
- Potential trade-off between handling performance and longevity
Observations
- Users report that the tire maintains the premium driving characteristics of luxury-oriented vehicles like the Infiniti FX35.
- The tire is frequently noted for its ability to improve or maintain ride quality on vehicles where handling and comfort are high priorities.
The Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-season tire that excels in daily commuting and dry-weather performance. While most users praise its quiet ride, comfort, and affordability, a subset of drivers—particularly those with rear-wheel-drive or performance-oriented vehicles—report significant concerns regarding wet-weather traction and sidewall stability.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling
- Predictable performance for daily driving
- Fast and reliable shipping/availability
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction
- Noticeably soft or 'squishy' sidewalls
- Lack of confidence in spirited or high-speed cornering
- Limited winter/snow capability
Observations
- Drivers of lightweight, rear-wheel-drive sports cars (e.g., Mazda Miata/124 Spider) frequently report issues with wheel spin and loss of traction in wet conditions.
- Users transitioning from factory or premium performance tires often note a significant improvement in cabin noise and ride comfort, though they acknowledge a trade-off in ultimate cornering stiffness.
- The tire is frequently cited as a popular choice for budget-conscious daily drivers of sedans and hatchbacks, where comfort is prioritized over track-level performance.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken Ziez ZE950 AS | B · Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Sizes available | — | 45 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9.5/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 500 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 45,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Falken
85
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Falken Ziez ZE950 AS — better snow, handling and comfort. Pick the Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 if treadwear and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Falken Ziez ZE950 AS scores 100 vs 77 on snow.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Falken Ziez ZE950 AS scores 90 vs 67 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 87 vs 75 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Falken Ziez ZE950 AS scores 100 vs 93 on comfort.
Tire A · Falken Ziez ZE950 AS
Tire B · Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457
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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.