{"id":252496,"date":"2026-06-15T17:01:33","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T22:01:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=252496"},"modified":"2026-06-15T17:09:54","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T22:09:54","slug":"beretta-94x-performance-competition-pistol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/beretta-94x-performance-competition-pistol\/","title":{"rendered":"Beretta&#8217;s Next-Gen 94X Performance Competition Pistol"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">4<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve spent any time around USPSA or IPSC shooters, you&#8217;ve probably noticed a trend: everybody wants a pistol that shoots flatter, runs longer, and gets back on target faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beretta&#8217;s answer is the new 94X Performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Italian gunmaker recently unveiled the latest evolution of its competition-focused handgun line, and while it still carries plenty of familiar Beretta DNA, the company says this isn&#8217;t simply a refreshed 92X Performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Beretta 94X Performance. Unbeatable. Together.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Mg_dU2qq1ec?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a ground-up refinement built around a new Vertec Pro steel frame, redesigned ergonomics, and a host of upgrades aimed squarely at competitive shooters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At first glance, the biggest change is the new frame geometry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The extended Vertec Pro frame allows for a higher grip position, aided by an upswept beavertail and raised trigger undercut. The goal is simple: give shooters more control over the <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/stay-safe-road-hornadys-rapid-vehicle-safe-shot-show-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"beretta-94x-performance-competition-pistol\" title=\"Beretta's Next-Gen 94X Performance Competition Pistol\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"7006\">gun during rapid<\/a> strings of fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beretta also redesigned the grip panels with a palm swell and paired them with aggressive frame checkering to help lock the pistol into the shooter&#8217;s hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company didn&#8217;t stop there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The optics-ready slide now features an RDO cut positioned 3 mm lower than previous versions. That may not sound like much, but lowering the optic reduces the pistol&#8217;s center of mass, improves optic-to-barrel alignment, and can help reduce the feeling of muzzle rise during recoil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/journey-competitive-shooting-ep-1-getting-started\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"beretta-94x-performance-competition-pistol\" title=\"Beretta's Next-Gen 94X Performance Competition Pistol\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"7004\">For competition<\/a> shooters chasing tenths of a second, small changes matter.  A lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the heart of the pistol is Beretta&#8217;s Xtreme-S trigger system, which the company says delivers an exceptionally short and intuitive reset for faster follow-up shots. Beretta describes it as one of the defining features of the new platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol also receives a redesigned firing pin and extractor system featuring an integrated elastomer buffer intended to improve long-term durability and extraction reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-also-this-custom-platypus-shoots-like-a-cheat-code\">SEE ALSO: <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/stealth-arms-platypus-custom-build-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"beretta-94x-performance-competition-pistol\" title=\"Beretta's Next-Gen 94X Performance Competition Pistol\">This Custom Platypus Shoots Like a Cheat Code<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The barrel itself is cold hammer forged and built from an upgraded steel formulation designed to withstand high round counts, something serious competitors tend to accumulate surprisingly fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A weekend match here. A <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/cmp-advanced-maintenance-class-build-m1-garand\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"beretta-94x-performance-competition-pistol\" title=\"Beretta's Next-Gen 94X Performance Competition Pistol\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"7003\">training class<\/a> there. Before long, you&#8217;ve fired enough ammunition to make your accountant uncomfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other notable updates include wider and deeper slide serrations, redesigned low-profile safety levers, a thinner slide catch lever, a reversible magazine release, and a new graphite gray finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps most impressive for competitors is the magazine capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The new <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/beretta-launches-the-new-92x-performance-carry-optic-pistol\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"beretta-94x-performance-competition-pistol\" title=\"Beretta's Next-Gen 94X Performance Competition Pistol\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"7005\">94X Performance<\/a> ships with flush-fitting 20-round magazines, giving shooters additional capacity without the need for extended base pads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-built-for-competition\">Built for Competition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beretta makes no secret about who this pistol is for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the company, the 94X Performance was specifically developed with competition disciplines such as USPSA and IPSC in mind. The combination of a 20-round capacity, optics-ready slide, competition trigger, and revised ergonomics is designed to help shooters transition faster between targets while maintaining control during <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/hickok45-hk-vp9-versus-sig-p320\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"beretta-94x-performance-competition-pistol\" title=\"Beretta's Next-Gen 94X Performance Competition Pistol\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"7002\">rapid fire<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those wondering where the new pistol fits within Beretta&#8217;s lineup, the company describes it as the next generation of the Performance series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to the 92X Performance Dark Series, the 94X introduces the new Vertec Pro frame, deeper slide serrations, lower optic mounting system, revised controls, and increased magazine capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Beretta_94X_Performance_Pistol.jpg\" alt=\"The Beretta 94X Performance competition pistol is shown in profile with callouts highlighting key features, including the optics-ready slide, enhanced frame ergonomics, Xtreme-S trigger system, aggressive slide serrations, and redesigned grip panels.\" class=\"wp-image-252498\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Beretta_94X_Performance_Pistol.jpg 900w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Beretta_94X_Performance_Pistol-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Beretta_94X_Performance_Pistol-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Beretta_94X_Performance_Pistol-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beretta&#8217;s new 94X Performance features a redesigned Vertec Pro frame, lowered optics cut, Xtreme-S trigger, and flush-fit 20-round magazines aimed at competitive shooters. (<em>Photo: Beretta<\/em>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-special-launch-edition\">A Special Launch Edition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alongside the standard Production model, Beretta is also offering a limited Launch Edition to commemorate the company&#8217;s 500th anniversary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The anniversary model features a black DLC finish, acid-green accents, aluminum grip panels, and Beretta&#8217;s 3D-printed polymer grip inserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s certainly the flashier of the options.  Still waiting on an official MSRP.  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