Yonex · Updated August 2026
Percept 97: price, specs & release date
Percept 97, released 2023. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: tennis-warehouse.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Percept 97 is listed at $305 on tennis-warehouse.com as of 2026-08-01, the most expensive tennis rackets (median $299); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 43/100 pay-blind standing, #10 of 14 in class.
Verified Aug 1, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Percept 97 a good buy?
At $305, the Percept 97 is the most expensive of the 13 tennis rackets we track, where the median is $299. On the spec sheet, its head size sqin of 97 is the lowest of the 14, its balance point of 320 mm is the lowest of the 14, and its strung weight of 11.5 oz is above the median of the 14.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $305 US MSRP $305.00 for the unstrung frame, per the Tennis Warehouse product page and re-confirmed at $305.00 on Tennis Warehouse's Yonex brand catalog page. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Yonex |
| Released | 2023 |
| Head size sqin | 97 |
| Strung weight (oz) | 11.5 |
| Balance point (mm) | 320 |
| String pattern | 16x19 |
| Beam width (mm) | 21/21/21 |
| Stiffness ra | 60 |
| Grip size | 4 1/8"-4 3/8" (L1-L3) |
| Racket length (in) | 27 |
| Swingweight | 315 |
Source: tennis-warehouse.com (verified 2026-08-01) · corroborated by tennis-warehouse.com. Tennis Warehouse's 'Yonex Percept 97' page (data-code PERC97) lists a 97 sq in head, 11.5 oz (326g) strung weight, 12.59 in (7 pts HL) balance, 16x19 pattern, constant 21 mm beam, 60 RA, 315 swingweight, only 3 grip sizes, and $305.00 price. Tennis Warehouse's dated racquet review (October 2023) independently confirms this is the 2023-launched Percept line, 'a rebranding of the previous VCORE PRO line' with new 'Servo Filter' shaft dampening. The downloaded product photo shows the teal/pink Percept cosmetic with 'Yonex' branding matching this listing.
Is the Percept 97 worth it vs cheaper tennis rackets?
Percept 97 against its closest cheaper and pricier tennis rackets on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 13 ranked
| Product | Price | Head size sqin | Strung weight (oz) | Balance point (mm) | String pattern | Beam width (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percept 97 this | $305 | 97 | 11.5 | 320 | 16x19 | 21/21/21 |
| Pure Aero 2026 (Gen9) | $299 | 100 | 11.2 | 330 | 16x19 | 23/26/23 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Percept 97 cost?
The Percept 97 has a US price of $305 (US MSRP $305.00 for the unstrung frame, per the Tennis Warehouse product page and re-confirmed at $305.00 on Tennis Warehouse's Yonex brand catalog page.), as of 2026-08-01.
How does the Percept 97 compare on price?
At $305, the Percept 97 is the most expensive of the 13 tennis rackets we track, where the median is $299.
When was the Percept 97 released?
The Percept 97 was released 2023.
What are the Percept 97's key specs?
Percept 97 (Yonex): head size sqin 97, strung weight oz 11.5, balance point mm 320, string pattern 16x19, beam width mm 21/21/21. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-01.
Price of record: $305 at tennis-warehouse.com, 2026-08-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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