Pyro Character Comparison

Xiangling vs Dehya

Xiangling remains the best off-field Pyro DPS in the game with her pyronado snapshotting Bennett's buff. Dehya provides interrupt resistance and damage mitigation but her off-field damage is lower.

VS
Xiangling
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Dehya

Off-field Damage

Xiangling
Dehya
~30k per pyronado tick (National team)
✓ Xiangling
~12k per skill proc
Snapshot Bennett's buff
✓ Xiangling
Doesn't snapshot

Utility

Xiangling
Dehya
No defensive utility
✓ Dehya
Interrupt resistance + damage mitigation
High energy cost (80)
✓ Dehya
Low energy cost (70) + self-energy from skill

Best Teams

Xiangling
Dehya
National (all variants), Melt Ganyu
— Even
Mono Pyro, Dehya Burning teams

🎯 Verdict

Xiangling is the better off-field Pyro DPS by a significant margin. Dehya's value is in her utility (interrupt resist + damage mitigation), not her damage. Build Xiangling if you need damage, use Dehya for comfort.

Which One Should You Choose?

Xiangling is the better off-field Pyro DPS by a significant margin. Dehya's value is in her utility (interrupt resist + damage mitigation), not her damage. Build Xiangling if you need damage, use Dehya for comfort.

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 Xiangling and Dehya are strong — the right choice depends on which fills a bigger gap in your roster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xiangling or Dehya better?

There is no universal answer — Xiangling wins in Off-field Damage and Utility and Best Teams scenarios where their kit shines, while Dehya 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.