YuXin Huanglong 5x5 Pyraminx

YuXin Huanglong 5x5 Pyraminx

YuXin Huanglong 5x5 Pyraminx is a tetrahedron with five layers along each edge. That means noticeably more pieces and more steps to solve it than a classic 3x3 Pyraminx or a Master Pyraminx. It belongs to the Huanglong series, the same line in which YuXin releases its bigger NxN cubes. This is a stickerless version in a bright colour scheme, so there are no stickers that could wear off or peel.

How it turns

The puzzle has no magnets. Instead, YuXin uses a bump and slot mechanism, so each layer clearly "clicks" into place when you finish a turn. Customers often say in their reviews that this makes the puzzle feel magnetic. The turning is snappy and lockups are rare. According to reviews, it turns well straight out of the box, with no tension adjustment needed, because it comes factory-lubed. The only thing customers point out is that edge pieces may pop out if you drop it on a hard surface.

This is not a puzzle for setting speed records, as the 5x5 Pyraminx is not a WCA event. What matters here is smooth, predictable turning during longer solves, not maximum speed.

Who is it for?

For those who can already solve a regular Pyraminx and want a bigger challenge in the same shape. If you have mastered the Master Pyraminx, the 5x5 is your next step. It also makes a great gift for collectors of unusual puzzles, especially together with other YuXin Pyraminxes (Little Magic, Master Pyraminx). For a complete beginner's first puzzle, a classic 3x3 Pyraminx is a better choice.

Specifications

• Type: 5x5 Pyraminx (five layers), non-magnetic
• Manufacturer: YuXin, Huanglong series
• Manufacturer code: YX1737
• Dimensions: 97 x 97 x 90 mm
• Weight: approx. 169 g
• Mechanism: bump and slot (bumps and grooves that help align the layers)
• Colour scheme: stickerless bright