"The Hyperion Elite 5 has a midsole made entirely of DNA Gold, a PEBA foam. It's the foam with the highest level of energy return of all the Brooks midsole foams. The Hyperion Max 3 has a dual-density midsole with a top layer of DNA Gold and a bottom layer of DNA Flash, an EVA foam. The firmer DNA Flash provides a stable, durable base. Both shoes have plates in their midsoles but the Hyperion Elite 5 has a stiff carbon plate while the Hyperion Max 3 has a flexible nylon plate."
"The nylon plate provides less propulsion but it feels more comfortable at slower paces, making the Hyperion Max 3 more versatile.The Elite 5 has the faster ride with more speed assistance but the Max 3 is softer and more comfortable for running long distances in. The weight of the Max 3 is substantially higher than that of the Elite 5. This makes the Elite feel a lot more agile/nimble and better for racing in."
"The outsole of the Max 3 is much more durable than the Elite 5. It has the EVA layer of foam at the bottom which is highly resistant to scrapes and chips so you can use the Max 3 for daily mileage. When it comes to stability, the Elite 5 has the more stable ride. This is due to it having a thinner midsole than the Max 3 so your feet sit lower to the ground. The Elite 5 has a traditional upper design while the Max 3 has a bootie construction design with an attached tongue. The Elite 5 has a more spacious interior compared to the snug fit of the Max 3."
The Hyperion Elite 5 is a dedicated long-distance racer featuring a full-length carbon plate and a midsole composed entirely of DNA Gold PEBA foam, delivering the highest energy return among Brooks foams and a faster, propulsion-driven ride that activates at high speeds. The Hyperion Max 3 is a training-focused companion with a dual-density midsole—DNA Gold atop firmer DNA Flash EVA—and a flexible nylon plate that feels more comfortable at slower paces, offering greater outsole durability, higher weight, and suitability for daily mileage. Elite 5 sits lower to the ground for increased stability; Max 3 has a snug bootie upper and reduced medial support due to a midfoot cutout.
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