Electro Character Comparison

Raiden Shogun vs Yae Miko

Raiden Shogun generally outperforms Yae Miko as an Electro Sub-DPS due to her energy regeneration for the team and front-loaded burst damage. However, Yae Miko excels in multi-wave content and offers comfortable off-field damage.

VS
Raiden Shogun
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Yae Miko

Damage Comparison

Raiden Shogun
Yae Miko
Front-loaded burst DPS (~250k per rotation at C0)
— Even
Sustained off-field DPS (~180k per rotation at C0)
Team-wide ER boost
— Even
Higher personal damage ceiling

Team Role

Raiden Shogun
Yae Miko
Battery + Burst DPS
— Even
Off-field Turret DPS
Works in Raiden National, Hypercarry, Hyperbloom
— Even
Excels in Aggravate, Taser, and Hyperbloom

F2P Friendliness

Raiden Shogun
Yae Miko
The Catch (R5) is free and top-tier
✓ Raiden
Widsith or Oathsworn Eye are good but gacha
C0 is fully functional
✓ Raiden
C0 is good, C2 is a big upgrade

Best Team

Raiden Shogun
Yae Miko
Raiden + Xiangling + Xingqiu + Bennett
— Even
Yae + Fischl + Kazuha + Yaoyao

🎯 Verdict

Pull for Raiden Shogun if you want a universal battery + burst DPS. Pull for Yae Miko if you already have Raiden or need a Turret-style off-field Electro DPS.

Which One Should You Choose?

Pull for Raiden Shogun if you want a universal battery + burst DPS. Pull for Yae Miko if you already have Raiden or need a Turret-style off-field Electro DPS.

Consider your account when deciding. Look at the units and weapons you already own, the teams you already have built, and the content you struggle with most. Both Raiden Shogun and Yae Miko are strong — the right choice depends on which fills a bigger gap in your roster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raiden Shogun or Yae Miko better?

There is no universal answer — Raiden Shogun wins in Damage Comparison and Team Role and F2P Friendliness and Best Team scenarios where their kit shines, while Yae Miko is stronger in others. Use the comparison tables above to match each option's strengths to your specific needs.

Which one is better for F2P players?

Both options are viable at base constellation with their F2P alternatives. Check each option's dedicated guide for the best budget builds and teams to see which one fits your account's current roster.