Callaway X Series N415 vs Callaway XR
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Specification comparison
| Club | X Series N415 loft | XR loft | X Series N415 lie | XR lie | X Series N415 length | XR length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | — | 18 | — | 59.75 | — | 39.5 |
| 4 | 20 | 20.5 | 60.5 | 60.5 | 39.125 | 38.875 |
| 5 | 23 | 23 | 61 | 61.25 | 38.5 | 38.25 |
| 6 | 26 | 26 | 61.8 | 62 | 37.75 | 37.625 |
| 7 | 30 | 30 | 62.5 | 62.5 | 37 | 37 |
| 8 | 34.5 | 34.5 | 63 | 63 | 36.5 | 36.5 |
| 9 | 39 | 39 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 36 | 36 |
| PW | 44 | 44 | 64 | 64 | 35.75 | 35.75 |
| AW | 49 | 49 | 64 | 64 | 35.5 | 35.5 |
| SW | — | 54 | — | 64 | — | 35.25 |
| LW | — | 59 | — | 64 | — | 35 |
Highlighted cells differ between the two sets. Lofts and lies are factory standard.
Lofts compared
- X Series N415
- XR
What the differences mean
At the 7-iron, the X Series N415 is 30° and the XR is 30°, identical at the club most golfers compare on, although other clubs in the sets differ. Across the 8 clubs both sets share, the differences roughly cancel out, with the largest gap at the 4-iron (20° vs 20.5°).
The sets are built differently: the X Series N415 runs 4-iron to AW (8 clubs), the XR 3-iron to LW (11 clubs).
Both are game improvement irons, built for roughly 10 to 25 handicaps. Perimeter-weighted cavity backs with wider soles, more offset and stronger lofts, aimed at mid handicaps. Because they target the same golfer, the decision comes down to the specific loft, feel and shaping differences rather than who the sets are made for.
The X Series N415 is listed as cast with a deep undercut cavity and the XR as investment cast. With the build method this similar, differences in feel come down to head size, sole width, topline and offset rather than how the heads are made.
Both sets were introduced in 2015, so this is a choice between two models from the same lineup rather than an upgrade: Callaway designed them to sit side by side for different players.
Which should you choose?
The XR is the weaker-lofted set — up to 0.5° weaker than the X Series N415. That trades raw distance for a steeper landing angle and more predictable stopping power into greens.
Both charts are reproduced in full on their own pages: Callaway X Series N415 specs and Callaway XR specs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Callaway X Series N415 stronger lofted than the XR?
Not at the 7-iron, where both are 30°. Other clubs in the sets differ, so compare the full table above.
What is the loft difference between the Callaway X Series N415 and XR?
At the 7-iron the difference is 0° (30° vs 30°). The largest gap on a shared club is 0.5° at the 4-iron, and 1 of the 8 shared clubs differ.
Are the Callaway X Series N415 and XR aimed at the same golfer?
Yes. Both are game improvement irons, built for roughly 10 to 25 handicaps. Choose on feel, looks and gapping, ideally after hitting both.
Do the Callaway X Series N415 and XR have the same lie and length?
At the 7-iron, yes: both are 62.5° lie and 37 inches long.
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