The Ping G440 Max driver is the latest release from the popular golf brand Ping, and in this review, we will take a closer look at its features and performance. Designed as a follow-up to the successful G430 Max, the G440 Max aims to compete with the best golf drivers of 2025. One of the key tech stories of the G440 Max is its lower CG location, achieved through weight-saving advancements in the head. This helps to align the CG closer to the ‘force line’ for faster ball speed, optimal spin, and higher launch.
The G440 Max is the most forgiving model in the G440 range, featuring a 29-gram, three-position adjustable back weight for personalized ball flight adjustments. The driver comes in a 460cc head size and is engineered to help golfers achieve high-launching, low-spinning flights for maximum distance. The blue colorway of the G440 Max may divide opinions, but from a playing perspective, it offers an excellent look and feel. The new Carbonfly Wrap crown improves the visual appeal of the driver compared to its predecessor, the G430 Max.
In terms of performance, the G440 Max delivers predictably strong results, handling mishits with ease and producing impressive numbers on launch monitors. The lower CG location contributes to a higher launch angle, allowing players to potentially decrease loft without sacrificing ball speed or height. The driver’s feel has also been enhanced, with a smoother and more stable impact compared to the G430 Max. The back weight system works well for adjusting flight and is visually discreet.
Golfers who tend to miss low on the face may particularly benefit from the G440 range, as the lower CG location provides more mass behind the strike and reduces drop-off in ball speed on thin hits. Overall, Ping has once again delivered incremental improvements to its technology, making it easier for golfers to play better. While the sole design may not appeal to everyone, the G440 Max is expected to be a popular choice in fitting studios worldwide in 2025. With a head weight of 203 grams, adjustable lofts, and a range of stock and optional shaft options, the Ping G440 Max driver is priced at $650 each with a stock shaft.
