Genshin Impact’s roster of playable characters continues to grow, offering a vast array of Main DPS, Sub DPS, and Support units for every team composition. Our Genshin Impact Tier List for Version 5.7 ranks characters from S+ to D based on their damage potential, elemental application, utility, and overall impact on the meta. Version 5.7, titled “A Space and Time for You,” went live on June 18, 2025.

Version 5.7 introduces two new characters: Skirk (5-star Cryo sword Main DPS) and Dahlia (4-star Hydro sword Support).

Genshin Impact 5.7 Tier List Overview

Tier Main DPS Sub DPS Support
S+ Arlecchino,
Kamisato Ayaka,
Mavuika,
Neuvillette,
Skirk		 Escoffier,
Furina,
Mavuika,
Nahida,
Raiden Shogun,
Xiangling,
Xingqiu,
Yelan		 Bennett,
Citlali,
Furina,
Kaedehara Kazuha,
Nahida,
Xilonen,
Zhongli
S Alhaitham,
Chasca,
Clorinde,
Gaming,
Hu Tao,
Kinich,
Lyney,
Mualani,
Navia,
Raiden Shogun,
Varesa		 Chiori,
Emilie,
Fischl,
Nilou		 Baizhu,
Chevreuse,
Faruzan,
Iansan,
Jean,
Kuki Shinobu,
Raiden Shogun,
Sangonomiya Kokomi,
Shenhe,
Xianyun
A Cyno,
Diluc,
Ganyu,
Kamisato Ayato,
Tartaglia,
Wanderer,
Wriothesley,
Xiao		 Dendro Traveler,
Ororon,
Rosaria,
Venti,
Yae Miko		 Charlotte,
Ifa,
Kujou Sara,
Layla,
Lan Yan,
Mona,
Sucrose,
Yaoyao,
Yun Jin
B Arataki Itto,
Eula,
Keqing,
Noelle,
Sethos,
Tighnari,
Yanfei,
Yoimiya		 Albedo,
Collei,
Kachina,
Lynette,
Pyro Traveler		 Barbara,
Diona,
Gorou,
Kirara,
Mika,
Sayu,
Thoma
C Freminet,
Kaveh,
Klee,
Ningguang,
Shikanoin Heizou,
Yumemizuki Mizuki		 Beidou,
Chongyun,
Kaeya,
Lisa		 Candace,
Dehya,
Dori,
Electro Traveler,
Noelle,
Qiqi,
Sigewinne,
Dahlia
D Aloy,
Razor,
Xinyan		 Amber,
Anemo Traveler,
Geo Traveler,
Hydro Traveler		 Xinyan

Tier Changes from 5.6 to 5.7

  • Skirk – New entry directly into S+ Main DPS.
  • Dahlia – New entry into C Tier Support.

5.7 Patch Highlights

  • Skirk: “Void Star” Cryo sword DPS with dual combat modes (Sustained & Burst) and top-tier Cryo application.
  • Dahlia: “Ode and Oblation” Hydro sword Support offering a renewable shield and ATK SPD buff.
  • Azurelight: New 5-star sword granting ATK% and CRIT DMG buffs in its event banner.
  • Crystallina Chapter: Act I – Whispers Betwixt Stars and Night: Skirk’s permanent Story Quest now available.
  • Imaginarium Theater Season 1: Opens July 1, 2025 with Pyro, Hydro, and Cryo challenges.
  • Spiral Abyss Phase 1 resets July 16 with Floor 11-12 Ley Line Disorders (60% Cryo DMG & 60% Pyro DMG).

S+ Tier: Unrivaled Meta Leaders

Main DPS S+ Tier

  • Arlecchino: Her elemental burst delivers massive single-target damage and scales exceptionally with crit stats, making her a top carry in endgame content.
  • Kamisato Ayaka: Consistent Cryo application and a powerful sprint-burst combo allow Ayaka to trigger Melt and Freeze reactions with ease, yielding peak DPS.
  • Mavuika: Outstanding priming abilities and burst multipliers make her excel in reaction teams, dealing both on-field and off-field damage at S+ levels.
  • Neuvillette: Hydro damage over time and synergistic elemental skill guarantee sustained high damage and strong team support through reactions.
  • Skirk: A new Cryo sword DPS whose Burst and Cryo application outpace most existing carries, cementing her place among the very best.

Sub DPS S+ Tier

  • Escoffier: Offers the strongest RES shred in the game alongside off-field Hydro damage, making him ideal for both healing and bursting.
  • Furina: Exceptional off-field Hydro application and healing compression ensure superior sustained team performance.
  • Mavuika: Doubles as Main DPS and Sub DPS due to her versatile kit that excels in maximizing reaction-based damage.
  • Nahida: Rapid Dendro application and spread mechanics drive continuous reaction damage with minimal downtime.
  • Raiden Shogun: Unmatched energy regeneration and off-field Electro burst bolster both DPS and team uptime.
  • Xiangling: Pyronado provides consistent on-field application and strong off-field Pyro damage, ideal for reaction comps.
  • Xingqiu: His swords apply Hydro reliably, enabling constant Vaporize/Melt reactions while providing minor damage reduction.
  • Yelan: High off-field Hydro damage and scaling allow her to boost main carries through excellent multipliers and energy support.

Support S+ Tier

  • Bennett: Ultimate healing zone and massive attack buff make him the go-to support for nearly every DPS unit.
  • Citlali: Unique crowd control and off-field damage enhance team survivability and contribute to elemental bursts.
  • Furina: Combines healing with strong Hydro application to amplify reaction damage and sustain.
  • Kaedehara Kazuha: Provides group Swirl buffs and elemental resistance shred, elevating team-wide damage.
  • Nahida: As support, her Dendro cores boost reaction damage and apply consistent Dendro status off-field.
  • Xilonen: Offers unparalleled shielder utility with on-demand energy recharge and off-field status application.
  • Zhongli: Jade Shield and petrification effects provide unmatched team protection and crowd control.

S Tier: Elite Contenders

Main DPS S Tier

  • Alhaitham: High Dendro application and burst potential make him a strong pick in reaction teams, though he needs energy support to excel.
  • Chasca: Excels with Hydro infusion and sustained on-field damage but requires precise timing to maximize output.
  • Clorinde: Solid elemental skill combos and Pyro resonance opportunities give her reliable DPS with simple rotations.
  • Gaming: Versatile kit with good scaling, though slightly outpaced by S+ due to lower burst multipliers.
  • Hu Tao: Peak single-target Pyro DPS via Vaporize, but demands careful HP management and precise play.
  • Kinich: Offers balanced Anemo support damage, but lacks the raw output of top S-tier carries.
  • Lyney: Strong off-field and on-field hybrid damage, yet limited by niche energy requirements.
  • Mualani: Provides steady Hydro application but falls short on burst compared to Nahida or Raiden Shogun.
  • Navia: Reliable Geo shields and modest on-field damage make her durable, though not top damage.
  • Raiden Shogun: As Main DPS, offers high Electro scaling but can be outshined by her Sub DPS role.
  • Varesa: Consistent off-field Hydro bursts but lower multipliers keep her just below S+ efficiency.

Sub DPS S Tier

  • Chiori: Strong off-field crowd control, though her damage falls slightly below top-tier Sub DPS.
  • Emilie: Reliable Cryo application and minor healing, but lacks the burst of S+ supports.
  • Fischl: Oz’s consistent off-field Electro ticks enable powerful reaction setups.
  • Nilou: Excels at enabling Bloom and Hydro reactions but has strict team requirements.

Support S Tier

  • Baizhu: Exceptional healing and Dendro application, though slightly less impactful than Nahida’s off-field damage.
  • Chevreuse: Solid shield and energy support, but lower elemental buffs compared to top supports.
  • Faruzan: Provides group Swirl and crowd control with good off-field scaling.
  • Iansan: Flexible healing and elemental application, though niche compared to universal picks.
  • Jean: Heals and cleanses status, offering reliable team sustain but lower damage buff.
  • Kuki Shinobu: Balances healing and Electro application, though she requires fine-tuning to maximize output.
  • Raiden Shogun: In a support role, her burst energy regen and AoE damage remain exceptional.
  • Sangonomiya Kokomi: Top-tier sustained healing and Hydro support, but her damage is modest.
  • Shenhe: Amplifies Cryo DPS significantly, though she offers no healing or shielding.
  • Xianyun: Provides Pyro infusion and minor healing, but niche compared to Bennett’s buffs.

A Tier: Strong Picks

Main DPS A Tier

  • Cyno: High on-field Electro DPS with good burst, but energy hungry and less consistent than top tiers.
  • Diluc: Reliable Pyro DPS, though his kit is outshined by higher multiplier carries.
  • Ganyu: Exceptional charged shots and AoE burst but vulnerable during charge times.
  • Kamisato Ayato: Good Hydro on-field damage, yet niche compared to Nahida as Sub DPS.
  • Tartaglia: Versatile melee/ranged kit, but complicated swap rotations hinder consistency.
  • Wanderer: Strong Anemo DPS, though requires precise plunges and limited by stamina.
  • Wriothesley: Solid Geo damage, yet lacks resonance buffs compared to top Geo supports.
  • Xiao: High plunge DPS but suffers from low healing and high stamina consumption.

Sub DPS A Tier

  • Traveler: Early-game reaction enabler but lower multipliers than Nahida or Escoffier.
  • Ororon: Good off-field damage and healing, though overshadowed by Furina’s compression.
  • Rosaria: Fast Cryo application, yet lower team utility than Shenhe.
  • Venti: Strong crowd control, but his damage falls behind focused burst supports.
  • Yae Miko: Excellent off-field Electro damage, though fragile and requires precise positioning.

Support A Tier

  • Charlotte: Provides unique healing and shield but lacks strong elemental buffs.
  • Ifa: Decent Anemo heal and crowd control, yet weaker than primary healers in raw output.
  • Kujou Sara: Boosts attack with Electro resonance, but offers no healing or shielding.
  • Layla: Good crowd control and damage amp, though niche for Frozen comps.
  • Lan Yan: Decent burst damage, but her healing and shield lag behind core supports.
  • Mona: Excellent burst and vulnerability debuff, yet no direct healing or shields.
  • Sucrose: Spreads elements and buffs Swirl, though her damage is minimal.
  • Yaoyao: Offers healing and Dendro application, but lower burst utility than Nahida.
  • Yun Jin: Provides defense buff and off-field damage, yet niche compared to Zhongli’s shield.

B Tier: Viable Options

Main DPS B Tier

  • Arataki Itto: Strong Geo DPS in defense-heavy comps, but requires specific supports to shine.
  • Eula: Massive Physical burst, yet vulnerable during build-up and needs energy support.
  • Keqing: Fast Electro on-field DPS, but her multipliers lag behind top carries.
  • Noelle: Hybrid Geo DPS/healer, though her damage is modest without perfect timing.
  • Sethos: Offers niche elemental buffs, but inconsistent without ideal rotations.
  • Tighnari: Reliable Dendro application, yet lower burst than Nahida.
  • Yanfei: Solid Pyro single-target DPS, but limited by lack of quick elemental application.
  • Yoimiya: Strong Pyro on-field DPS, yet lacks off-field utility and requires precise aim.

Sub DPS B Tier

  • Albedo: Provides Geo resonance and off-field damage, but lower scaling limits his role.
  • Collei: Good Dendro application, yet reaction buffs are weaker than higher-tier Sub DPS.
  • Kachina: Moderate off-field Anemo damage, but overshadowed by Kazuha and Sucrose.
  • Lynette: Offers utility and minor damage, yet lacks strong multipliers.
  • Pyro Traveler: Basic elemental reactions, but far behind specialized 5-star units.

Support B Tier

  • Barbara: Reliable healing, but no damage buffs or shields.
  • Diona: Good shield and healing, yet lesser buffs than Zhongli or Bennett.
  • Gorou: Geo buffs for Claymore teams, but narrow applicability.
  • Kirara: Strong shield, but limited healing utility.
  • Mika: Single-target healing, though no elemental buffs.
  • Sayu: Minor healing and Swirl, yet lacks strong defensive utility.
  • Thoma: Effective Pyro shields, but situational compared to core shields.

C Tier: Niche Choices

Main DPS C Tier

  • Freminet: Decent Hydro DPS, but falls behind due to lower multipliers and niche usage.
  • Kaveh: Unique buff utility, yet his personal damage output is low.
  • Klee: High area Pyro damage, but inconsistent energy recharge and toolkit limitations.
  • Ningguang: Strong Geo burst in stationary builds, yet vulnerable when moving.
  • Shikanoin Heizou: Solid Anemo reactions, but lacks direct damage buffs.
  • Yumemizuki Mizuki: Provides healing and Electro support, but low damage makes her niche.

Sub DPS C Tier

  • Beidou: Burst Electro DPS, yet suboptimal compared to Raiden or Yae Miko.
  • Chongyun: Converts physical to Cryo, but weak multipliers limit his viability.
  • Kaeya: Early-game staple, but falls off as stronger Cryo applicators release.
  • Lisa: Basic Electro application, yet overshadowed by Fischl and Raiden.

Support C Tier

  • Candace: Offers healing and Pyro infusion, but limited burst and team utility.
  • Dehya: Good shield/heal hybrid, though narrow applicability and low elemental buffs.
  • Dori: Healing upon attack, yet her support value is inconsistent.
  • Electro Traveler: Basic reaction support, but eclipsed by dedicated 5-star supports.
  • Noelle: As support, provides minor heals, yet lacks strong shields.
  • Qiqi: Consistent healing, but no damage buffs or elemental utility.
  • Sigewinne: Offers Pyro resonance and healing, but low damage multipliers.

D Tier: Underperformers

Main DPS D Tier

  • Aloy: Limited Cryo application and outdated kit result in low endgame viability.
  • Razor: Physical DPS niche overshadowed by higher burst carries and better elemental applicators.
  • Xinyan: Provides armor shred but low damage multipliers and weak shields make her a last resort.

Sub DPS D Tier

  • Amber: Early-game Pyro utility, but trivialized by superior Pyro applicators.
  • Anemo Traveler: Basic Swirl support, yet outclassed by dedicated Anemo units.
  • Geo Traveler: Provides Geo resonance early, but lacks late-game scaling.
  • Hydro Traveler: Early Vaporize enabler, yet overshadowed by Xingqiu and Yelan.

Support D Tier

  • Xinyan: As a support, her minimal shields and armor shred rarely justify team slots over stronger healers or buffers.

Understanding Our Tier Classifications

S+ Tier: Pinnacle of Power

These characters represent the highest echelon of performance, offering unmatched damage, crowd control, or utility. They fit seamlessly into almost any team and consistently outperform alternatives in endgame content. Investing in these units nearly guarantees top-tier results in all scenarios.

S Tier: Frontline Favorites

Frontline Favorites deliver elite-level impact but may require specific team synergies or artifact optimizations to shine. They boast strong damage or support capabilities, allowing them to carry challenging encounters when built correctly, though they sit just below the absolute meta leaders.

A Tier: Dependable Choices

Dependable Choices remain solid all-rounders, combining good performance with manageable learning curves. While not as universally dominant as higher tiers, they offer reliable damage or buffs and can clear most content without overly complex setups.

B Tier: Situational Strengths

Situational Strengths excel in niche roles or particular team compositions. They can outperform higher-tier units against certain bosses or puzzle mechanics but lack the broad versatility needed for every situation.

C Tier: Specialized Selections

Specialized Selections fill very narrow roles, relying on outdated mechanics or limited kit utility. They may provide value in specific boss fights or event challenges but rarely form the core of competitive or endgame teams.

D Tier: Final Resort Picks

Final Resort Picks lag behind in damage scaling, survivability, or utility and are seldom seen in high-level play. While any character can clear content with enough investment, these units typically demand disproportionate resources for minimal payoff compared to their peers.

Frequently Asked Questions about Genshin Impact Tier List

How often is this tier list updated?

We update after each major patch—typically every six weeks—to reflect balance changes, new character releases, and shifts in meta team compositions.

Should I always pull for S+ characters?

S+ units offer top performance, but you can clear all content with B- or C-tier characters if you enjoy them. Focus on characters you like first and build comps around them.

Can D-tier characters still be viable?

Yes. With proper artifacts and team synergy, any character can tackle most content. D-tier units may require more investment or niche team setups.

How do I choose between Main DPS and Sub DPS roles?

Main DPS units stay on field to dish out sustained damage, while Sub DPS characters lean on off-field bursts and reactions. Pick based on your playstyle and team needs.

What makes a great Support unit?

Top supports provide healing, shielding, and elemental buffs without sacrificing team damage. Look for characters who offer strong utility alongside occasional off-field damage.

Are 4-star characters worth investing in?

Many 4-star units like Xingqiu, Yanfei, and Diona excel in high-end content. They’re resource-efficient and often core to strong teams.

How do elemental reactions influence tier placements?

Characters who trigger or amplify elemental reactions—like Vaporize, Melt, or Overload—gain higher rankings due to their ability to multiply team damage.

Where can I find artifact and weapon recommendations?

Visit each character’s build guide on ExploreGenshin by clicking their name above to see optimized artifacts, weapons, and stat priorities for the current meta.

Will new characters shake up the tier list?

Absolutely. Each new release can introduce unique mechanics or buffs, shifting which units excel in reaction teams or burst damage comps.

How do I adapt this list for Spiral Abyss?

Prioritize consistent rotations and strong support for high-HP enemies. Focus on characters with easy uptime on bursts and ample healing or shielding for sustainability.