Products
Tested using Methodology v0.15
Updated Oct 26, 2026 07:26 PM
SEE PRICE
Amazon
Tested using Methodology v0.15
Updated Oct 16, 2026 02:47 PM
SEE PRICE
Amazon
Heel Stack Height
39.4 mm
Weight
200.5 g (7.07 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.9 mm
Plate
Carbon Fiber
Heel Stack Height
39.7 mm
Weight
205.1 g (7.23 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
5.4 mm
Plate
Carbon Fiber
Our Verdict
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5
Li-Ning Feidian 6 Elite
The Li-Ning Feidian 6 Elite is a better marathon racer than the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5. It's significantly more cushioned and has a more energetic midsole, giving you better protection from road impact and more assistance in maintaining race pace over longer distances. However, the New Balance is firmer and more controlled underfoot. It also comes in multiple widths, making it a better choice if you struggle to find racing shoes that fit comfortably.
Variants
- FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 (Urgent Red/White/Black - (Men - US 9))
- FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 (Urgent Red/White/Black - (Women - US 7))
- Feidian 6 Elite (Neon Lime - (Men - US 9))
- Feidian 6 Elite (Standard White - (Men - US 9))
Main Differences for
Half/Full Marathon Racing
Half/Full Marathon Racing
Threshold
Half/Full Marathon Racing
8.0
8.4
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
7.2
8.7
Outsole Arch Width
55 mm (2.2")
74 mm (2.9")
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
8.1
8.0
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Weight
200.5 g (7.07 oz)
205.1 g (7.23 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Heel Stack Height
39.4 mm
39.7 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
30.5 mm
34.3 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.9 mm
5.4 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.0 mm
6.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Preview 3D
Preview 3D
Outsole Heel Width
75 mm (3.0")
84 mm (3.3")
Outsole Arch Width
55 mm (2.2")
74 mm (2.9")
Outsole Forefoot Width
106 mm (4.2")
115 mm (4.5")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
1.90
2.16
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.48
3.35
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Preview 3D
Preview 3D
Internal Length
276 mm (10.9")
278 mm (10.9")
Internal Heel Width
64 mm (2.5")
60 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
90 mm (3.5")
91 mm (3.6")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
No
Forefoot Fit: Width
9.2
9.8
Forefoot Width Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Ball-Of-Foot TTS Deviation
-1.2 mm (-0.045")
1.5 mm (0.057")
Toe TTS Deviation
-2.7 mm (-0.105")
-0.2 mm (-0.009")
Forefoot Fit: Height
8.5
10
Forefoot Height Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Toe TTS Deviation
-2.1 mm (-0.081")
-0.1 mm (-0.006")
Arch Fit: Width
5.4
4.4
Arch Fit Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Arch Width TTS Deviation
-6.5 mm (-0.256")
-7.5 mm (-0.295")
Length Fit
10
10
Toe Clearance Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Heel Rocker Geometry
8.2
8.0
Heel Rocker Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Heel Spring
28 mm (1.1")
25 mm (1.0")
Heel Apex Position
17.5%
18.1%
Heel Rocker Angle
29.2°
26.6°
Forefoot Rocker Geometry
7.7
8.3
Forefoot Rocker Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Toe Spring
54 mm (2.1")
60 mm (2.4")
Toe Apex Position
63.5%
63.8%
Forefoot Rocker Angle
27.2°
31.0°
Foam
Primary Foam Picture
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Secondary Foam Picture
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Primary Foam Name
FuelCell
Super Boom
Primary Foam Type
PEBA
PEBA
Secondary Foam Name
No Secondary Foam
No Secondary Foam
Secondary Foam Type
No Secondary Foam
No Secondary Foam
Laces
Laces Picture
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Lace Type
Flat
Flat
Width
4.0 mm (0.2")
6.0 mm (0.2")
Thickness
1.7 mm (0.1")
1.6 mm (0.1")
Stretch
13.5%
15.0%
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Tongue Gusset Type
Semi-gusseted
Semi-gusseted
Plate
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Performance
Heel Compression Energy Return
8.6
8.9
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Heel Energy Return
84.8%
86.8%
Forefoot Compression Energy Return
8.6
8.9
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Energy Return
84.6%
87.4%
Heel Cushioning
7.2
8.9
Heel Cushioning Picture
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Heel Cushioning
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.89 J
4.68 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
8.66 J
10.86 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
13.82 J
17.57 J
Forefoot Cushioning
7.9
9.1
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Forefoot Cushioning
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Energy Absorbed At 800N
5.08 J
5.99 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
8.46 J
10.35 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
12.15 J
15.29 J
Heel Firmness
6.9
5.1
Heel Firmness Graph
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Firmness At 550N
34.4 N/mm
30.9 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
49.9 N/mm
42.8 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
74.1 N/mm
62.6 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
6.6
4.9
Forefoot Firmness Graph
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Firmness At 800N
49.6 N/mm
45.6 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
66.9 N/mm
59.6 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
94 N/mm
82 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
7.2
8.7
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Energy Absorbed At 10km
7.78 J
9.74 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
7.65 J
9.60 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
7.56 J
9.52 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
7.49 J
9.46 J
Rocker Stiffness
7.8
8.1
Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Video
Forefoot Rocker Stiffness Graph
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Force To Flatten The Rocker
110 N
124 N
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
8.6
8.9
Forefoot Bending Video
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Bending Energy Return
76.3%
80.5%
Forefoot Bending Stiffness
7.9
7.9
Forefoot Bending Resistance Picture
Compare High-Res
Compare High-Res
Forefoot Bending Resistance
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Bending Stiffness
19.9 N/mm
21.4 N/mm
Forefoot Bending Force
290 N
275 N
Heel Compression Depth
6.7
7.7
Heel Compression Graph
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Heel Compression At 550N
16.0 mm
17.8 mm
Heel Compression At 1100N
22.0 mm
25.7 mm
Heel Compression At 1900N
25.6 mm
30.3 mm
Forefoot Compression Depth
6.7
7.4
Forefoot Compression Graph
Preview Graph
Preview Graph
Forefoot Compression At 800N
16.1 mm
17.6 mm
Forefoot Compression At 1300N
19.4 mm
21.8 mm
Forefoot Compression At 2050N
21.7 mm
24.8 mm
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5
Li-Ning Feidian 6 Elite
Comments
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 vs Li-Ning Feidian 6 Elite: Main Discussion
What do you think of these products? Let us know below.
Looking for a personalized buying advice from the RTINGS.com experts? Members have direct access to buying advice on our member forum.