Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R vs Pirelli Slick DHB: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R and Pirelli Slick DHB appear in 9 tests, 1 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 84/100, based on 8 tests.
How the Pirelli Slick DHB performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R and Pirelli Slick DHB are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prefer the Pirelli Slick DHB's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R | Pirelli Slick DHB |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | UUHP/Track | UUHP/Track |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 8 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 4.2 | 2.0 |
| Latest test | 2022 | — |
| Tire Lab Score | 84.2 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R
Pirelli Slick DHB
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R | Pirelli Slick DHB | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 5.9 213 | No data | Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 2.8 723 | Avg rank 3.0 1 | Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 4.2 22 | No data | Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 1.0 2 | No data | Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R vs Pirelli Slick DHB
The Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R wins this category with an average rank of 5.9, compared to no data for the Pirelli Slick DHB.
☀️ Dry: Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R vs Pirelli Slick DHB
The Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R wins this category with an average rank of 2.8, compared to 3.0 for the Pirelli Slick DHB.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R vs Pirelli Slick DHB
The Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R wins this category with an average rank of 4.2, compared to no data for the Pirelli Slick DHB.
🔋 Efficiency: Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R vs Pirelli Slick DHB
The Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R wins this category with an average rank of 1.0, compared to no data for the Pirelli Slick DHB.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R or Pirelli Slick DHB?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R ranks higher on average than the Pirelli Slick DHB.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R averages a better dry-braking rank than the Pirelli Slick DHB across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R ranks better than the Pirelli Slick DHB.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R appears in 8 independent tests, Pirelli Slick DHB in 1, with 1 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →