With Genshin Impact Version 5.5 on the horizon and Furina’s rerun coming up, many players are wondering: which Pyro DPS characters still hold up in today’s meta?

According to Zajef77, Pyro carries depend heavily on specific teams and the right supports to maximize their potential. So, if you’re deciding whether to pull Furina or wondering which Pyro DPS is worth investing in, this guide will break down each character’s strengths, best teams, and viability in 5.5.

🔥 Defining a Pyro Carry – What Counts?

Before we get into rankings, what exactly counts as a Pyro carry?

✔ Relies on Pyro attacks for most of their damage.
✔ Not a Burgeon (Dendro) or Overload-focused character.
✔ Plays as an on-field DPS in most team rotations.

💡 This means characters like Gaming (Burgeon) and Overload-focused units won’t be included here.

🔥 Pyro Carry Meta Rankings – 5.5 Edition

1️⃣ Mavuika – The Pyro Queen (Best in Slot for Most Teams)

✔ Best Team: Mavuika + Bennett + Xilonen + Citlali (Melt)
✔ Strengths:

One of the strongest Pyro DPS characters in the game.
Insane scaling with Fighting Spirit, but requires good management.
Works well with both Melt and Vape setups.

❌ Weaknesses:

Without Citlali or Xilonen, her teams suffer significantly.
Energy issues without proper teammates.

💡 Final Verdict: Mavuika is still a top-tier Pyro carry, but if you don’t have Citlali or Xilonen, her potential drops.

2️⃣ Arlecchino – Less Reliant on Reactions, But Still Needs Support

✔ Best Team: Arlecchino + Citlali + Furina + Anemo (Kazuha/Sucrose)
✔ Strengths:

Not as reaction-reliant as Mavuika.
Pairs well with shields, making her survivability strong.
High damage even in Mono Pyro teams.

❌ Weaknesses:

Slightly lower reaction potential than other Pyro carries.
Needs strong support to truly shine.

💡 Final Verdict: Strong but not broken. She doesn’t need reactions as much as Mavuika but still benefits greatly from good team synergy.

3️⃣ Lyney – Consistent, But Limited Team Flexibility

✔ Best Team: Lyney + Bennett + Xilonen + Anemo (Kazuha/Sucrose)
✔ Strengths:

Mono Pyro setups make him very stable.
Doesn’t need reactions to do high damage.
Scales extremely well with high investment.

❌ Weaknesses:

Locked into Mono Pyro setups, making team building restrictive.
Vape/Melt setups aren’t viable.

💡 Final Verdict: Lyney is consistent and still strong, but limited to Mono Pyro teams. If you don’t have Bennett or Xilonen, his potential drops significantly.

4️⃣ Hu Tao – Still a Powerhouse in Vape Teams

✔ Best Team: Hu Tao + Furina + Xingqiu + Xilonen
✔ Strengths:

One of the highest single-target Pyro DPS characters.
Best used in Vaporize teams with Xingqiu or Furina.
High-risk, high-reward playstyle.

❌ Weaknesses:

Hard to play optimally (low HP management).
Mono Pyro is not viable for her.
Heavily reliant on good Hydro application.

💡 Final Verdict: Still top-tier, but requires precise play. If you enjoy high-skill gameplay, she’s still one of the best DPS in Genshin Impact.

5️⃣ Xiangling – The Ultimate Sub-DPS (Not a True Carry)

✔ Best Team: Xiangling + Bennett + Furina + Xingqiu
✔ Strengths:

Still the best Pyro sub-DPS in the game.
Free-to-play friendly, thanks to The Catch.
Works well in National and Vape teams.

❌ Weaknesses:

Not a true Pyro carry (better as a sub-DPS).
Energy problems without Bennett.

💡 Final Verdict: Amazing support, but not a carry. If you need a Pyro sub-DPS, she’s still one of the best.

6️⃣ Diluc – Outdated, But Functional

✔ Best Team: Diluc + Xilonen + Furina + Bennett
✔ Strengths:

Easy-to-play Pyro DPS.
Doesn’t require as much skill as Hu Tao or Arlecchino.

❌ Weaknesses:

Power-crept by newer Pyro characters.
Doesn’t excel in any particular role.

💡 Final Verdict: Still viable, but massively outclassed. Only use him if you don’t have a better Pyro DPS.

7️⃣ Klee & Yanfei – Fun, But Outdated

✔ Best Team: Klee/Yanfei + Bennett + Furina + Anemo (Kazuha/Sucrose)
✔ Strengths:

Good AoE Pyro damage.
Easy to play, beginner-friendly.

❌ Weaknesses:

High stamina usage (Yanfei).
Klee’s clunky mechanics hold her back.
Both are outclassed by newer Pyro DPS.

💡 Final Verdict: Decent, but not meta. They can still work, but better Pyro DPS options exist.

🔥 Should You Pull Furina for Pyro DPS Teams?

Furina is one of the best Pyro team supports, especially for Hu Tao and Mavuika. However, if you already have a strong Hydro unit (Xingqiu, Yelan, or Citlali), pulling for her is not necessary.

✔ Yes, pull Furina if:

You play Hu Tao, Mavuika, or Xiangling.
You want to run high-damage Vape teams.

❌ Skip Furina if:

You don’t use Vape teams.
You already have Xingqiu or Yelan.

📌 Final Verdict – Who Are the Best Pyro DPS in 5.5?

🥇 Best Overall: Mavuika (if you have Citlali/Xilonen)
🔥 Best Single-Target DPS: Hu Tao
🔴 Most Consistent Pyro DPS: Lyney (Mono Pyro)
💥 Best Budget Option: Xiangling (Sub-DPS in National Team)
📉 Most Outdated: Diluc, Klee, and Yanfei