Quick verdict
Pick the Venom X if you want TenPoint's lightest ACUslide bow and plan to hunt at typical whitetail distances. Pick the Stealth 450 if you want 60 more FPS, a 100-yard EVO-X Marksman Elite scope and 3 arrows in the box.
Specs compared
| Model | FPS | Cocking | Scope (our data) | Approx. price | Amazon rating | KE 400 gr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Venom X | 390 FPS | ACUslide | Not listed | $999.99 (Moss Green) / $1,099.99 (Vektra) | 4.3 (40) | 135 ft-lbs |
 Stealth 450 | 450 FPS | ACUslide | 100-yard EVO-X Marksman Elite scope | $1,799.99 | 4.4 (18) | 180 ft-lbs |
Handling versus speed
The Venom X's defining feature is that TenPoint calls it the lightest ACUslide bow it has made. For hunters who walk in, climb stands or hold a bow up for long periods, that is a real advantage. We do not list a weight figure because it is not in our verified data.
The Stealth 450 is 60 FPS faster. With a 400 grain arrow, that is about 180 ft-lbs versus about 135 ft-lbs at the muzzle. Both are far above deer requirements, so again the practical difference is trajectory, not killing power.
What's included
The Stealth 450 includes a 100-yard EVO-X Marksman Elite scope and 3 Pro Elite 400 arrows in our data. The Venom X does not list an included scope in our data, so check the listing and budget for optics if needed. The Venom X Bundle adds 12 arrows, broadheads, a case and a sling.
Once you add a scope to the Venom X, the price gap narrows. For example, the TenPoint Pro-View 2 3X scope is about $199.99 and the EVO-X Marksman Elite 3.0 is about $499.99. See crossbow scopes.
Owner ratings
The Venom X averages 4.3 stars from 40 Amazon ratings and the Stealth 450 averages 4.4 from 18, as of September 2026. They are effectively tied. Owners praise ACUslide de-cocking on both.
Our recommendation
Best for light handling
TenPoint Venom X
Lightest ACUslide TenPoint, about $999.99 to $1,099.99.
Amazon rating (Sept 2026): 4.3 from 40 ratings · CrossbowReport Score 8.6/10
Approx. price (Sept 2026): $999.99 (Moss Green) / $1,099.99 (Vektra)Prices change, check Amazon for current price.
Best complete package
TenPoint Stealth 450
450 FPS, 100-yard scope and arrows, about $1,799.99.
Amazon rating (Sept 2026): 4.4 from 18 ratings · CrossbowReport Score 8.8/10
Approx. price (Sept 2026): $1,799.99Prices change, check Amazon for current price.
Frequently asked questions
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