Genshin DPS Calculator

Calculate and optimize your character’s damage per second (DPS) in Genshin Impact.

Character & Setup Inputs

Key Damage Components

Component	Value	Impact on DPS (%)
Total ATK	0	0%
Elemental DMG Bonus	0%	0%
Crit Multiplier	0	0%
Skill/Burst Multiplier	0%	0%
Attacks per Rotation	0	0%

What is Genshin DPS Calculation?

Genshin DPS calculation is the process of determining how much damage a character can deal over a specific period, typically within a combat rotation. DPS stands for “Damage Per Second,” and it’s a crucial metric for understanding a character’s offensive potential and optimizing team compositions. In Genshin Impact, achieving high DPS often involves a complex interplay of character stats, weapon choices, artifact sets, elemental synergies, and skillful execution of abilities.

Who Should Use It?

Anyone looking to maximize their combat effectiveness in Genshin Impact should consider DPS calculations. This includes:

• Players aiming to clear difficult endgame content like the Spiral Abyss quickly and efficiently.
• Players who enjoy min-maxing their favorite characters and pushing their limits.
• Players experimenting with new team compositions and wanting to understand which combinations yield the best results.
• Newer players seeking to understand the core damage scaling mechanics to make informed decisions about stat prioritization.

Common Misconceptions about Genshin DPS:

• DPS is just about high stats: While stats are vital, multipliers, elemental reactions, enemy resistances, and character attack patterns all play a significant role.
• Higher Crit Rate is always better: There’s an optimal balance between Crit Rate and Crit DMG. Too much of one without the other can be inefficient.
• All damage is equal: Different types of damage (Normal Attacks, Skills, Bursts, Elemental Reactions) have different multipliers, cooldowns, and scaling properties. A true DPS calculation considers the entire rotation.
• DPS calculators are overly complex: While the underlying math can be intricate, tools like this Genshin DPS calculator simplify the process, allowing players to focus on understanding the key factors.

Genshin DPS Formula and Mathematical Explanation

The core of any Genshin DPS calculation lies in understanding how various stats and multipliers combine to produce damage. Here’s a breakdown of the fundamental formulas:

1. Total Attack Calculation

This is the base offensive stat. It combines your character’s base ATK with ATK bonuses from weapons and artifacts, plus any flat ATK additions.

Total ATK = Base ATK * (1 + ATK% / 100) + Additive DMG

2. Critical Hit Multiplier

When a critical hit occurs, the damage is amplified. The Crit DMG stat directly contributes to this multiplier.

Crit Multiplier = 1 + (Crit DMG / 100)

3. Effective Critical Rate

This isn’t just your Crit Rate; it’s how often you crit *and* how hard you crit. It’s a measure of your average damage increase due to critical hits.

Effective Crit Rate = (Crit Rate / 100) * (1 + Crit DMG / 100)

4. Base Damage Calculation (per hit)

This is the damage before considering elemental bonuses, enemy resistances, or critical hits. It uses the character’s attack multipliers for a specific skill or burst.

Base Damage = Total ATK * (Skill/Burst Multiplier / 100)

5. Average Hit Damage

This factors in the elemental damage bonus and the critical hit multiplier to give you the average damage of a single hit, accounting for both crits and non-crits.

Average Hit DMG = Base Damage * (1 + Elemental DMG Bonus / 100) * Crit Multiplier

6. Total DPS Calculation

Finally, we combine the average hit damage with the number of attacks within a given rotation time to find the overall DPS.

DPS = (Average Hit DMG * Attack Count) / Rotation Time

Variable Meanings and Units

Variable	Meaning	Unit	Typical Range
Character Level	The level of the character being calculated.	Level	1 – 90
Base ATK	Sum of Character’s Base ATK and Weapon’s Base ATK.	ATK	~500 – 800+
Crit Rate	Chance to land a critical hit.	%	0 – 100
Crit DMG	Bonus damage multiplier on critical hits.	%	50 – 200+
ATK%	Percentage increase to Total ATK.	%	0 – 300+
Elemental DMG Bonus	Percentage increase to damage of a specific element.	%	0 – 150+ (incl. ascension, sets, goblet)
Additive DMG	Flat ATK added directly (e.g., Bennett’s Burst at high talent level).	ATK	0 – ~1000+
Skill/Burst Multiplier	The raw damage percentage of a specific ability.	%	100 – 1000+
Attack Count	Number of significant attacks within a damage rotation.	Count	1 – 20+
Rotation Time	Duration of one full combat cycle in seconds.	Seconds	10 – 30

Practical Examples (Real-World Use Cases)

Example 1: Hu Tao (Vaporize)

Hu Tao is a Pyro character who excels at single-target damage, especially when triggering Vaporize reactions. Let’s analyze a standard setup:

• Character: Hu Tao (Level 90)
• Base ATK: 300 (Character) + 741 (Staff of Homa R1) = 1041
• Crit Rate: 70%
• Crit DMG: 200%
• ATK%: 15% (Ascension) + 46.6% (Artifacts) + 12% (Homa Passive) = 73.6%
• Pyro DMG Bonus: 46.6% (Pyro Goblet) + 20% (Crimson Witch 4pc) = 66.6%
• Additive DMG: 0 (Assuming no Bennett for simplicity)
• Skill/Burst Multiplier: Let’s consider her Charged Attack multiplier after using her E skill. At low HP, her Charged Attack has a multiplier of ~230%. We’ll use 230.
• Attack Count: 8 (Approx. for standard N1C, N1C, N2C, N2C sequence)
• Rotation Time: 12 seconds

Calculation:

Total ATK = 1041 * (1 + 73.6 / 100) + 0 = 1041 * 1.736 = 1807.176

Average Hit DMG = 1807.176 * (230 / 100) * (1 + 66.6 / 100) * (1 + 200 / 100)

Average Hit DMG = 1807.176 * 2.3 * 1.666 * 3 = 20837.8

DPS = (20837.8 * 8) / 12 = 166702.4 / 12 = 13891 DPS

Interpretation: This character, in this specific setup, deals approximately 13,891 damage per second with their charged attacks under Vaporize conditions. Notice how the high Crit DMG and Elemental DMG Bonus significantly boost the output.

Example 2: Raiden Shogun (Electro-Charged/Overload Team)

Raiden Shogun excels at sustained damage, particularly with her Burst. Let’s calculate her Burst DPS.

• Character: Raiden Shogun (Level 90)
• Base ATK: 337 (Character) + 741 (Engulfing Lightning R1) = 1078
• Crit Rate: 80%
• Crit DMG: 160%
• ATK%: 46.6% (Artifacts) + 10% (Engulfing Passive) = 56.6%
• Electro DMG Bonus: 46.6% (Electro Goblet) + 30% (2pc Noblesse/Emblem) = 76.6%
• Additive DMG: 0
• Burst Multiplier: Raiden’s Burst initial hit multiplier averages around 300% per hit over its duration. Let’s assume 10 hits during the burst. Total effective multiplier over duration is around 3000%. We’ll use 3000 for total burst damage multiplier.
• Attack Count: 10 (Representing the 10 hits of her burst)
• Rotation Time: 20 seconds (Considering team setup, buffs, and Raiden’s burst duration)

Calculation:

Total ATK = 1078 * (1 + 56.6 / 100) + 0 = 1078 * 1.566 = 1687.348

Average Hit DMG = 1687.348 * (3000 / 100) * (1 + 76.6 / 100) * (1 + 160 / 100)

Average Hit DMG = 1687.348 * 30 * 1.766 * 2.6 = 237560

DPS = (237560 * 10) / 20 = 2375600 / 20 = 118780 DPS (This is Burst DPS, actual team DPS will vary)

Interpretation: This calculation shows Raiden’s raw burst damage potential. Note that this simplified calculation doesn’t include her Electro DMG bonus from her Elemental Skill or Energy Recharge scaling, nor does it factor in team buffs or reactions like Overload/Electro-Charged, which would further increase her overall team DPS contribution. This highlights the importance of considering the full context of a character’s role.

How to Use This Genshin DPS Calculator

Using the Genshin DPS Calculator is straightforward. Follow these steps to get an accurate assessment of your character’s damage output:

1. Input Character Level: Enter your character’s current level (e.g., 80 for 80/90, or 90 for 90/90).
2. Enter Base Attack: Input the sum of your character’s base ATK (at the current level) and your weapon’s base ATK.
3. Provide Crit Stats: Enter your character’s Crit Rate (%) and Crit DMG (%).
4. Input ATK% Bonus: Add up all sources of ATK% bonuses (from artifacts, weapons, ascension passives) and enter the total percentage.
5. Enter Elemental DMG Bonus: Input the percentage bonus for the specific element your character primarily deals damage with (e.g., Pyro DMG Bonus for Hu Tao, Electro DMG Bonus for Raiden). This usually comes from an artifact goblet or a 2-piece set bonus.
6. Additive DMG: If you have flat ATK bonuses (like from Bennett’s Burst at higher talent levels, which adds flat ATK to allies), enter that value here. Note: This is *not* for ATK% bonuses.
7. Input Skill/Burst Multiplier: Find the specific multiplier percentage for the primary attack or skill you want to calculate damage for (e.g., Hu Tao’s Charged Attack multiplier, Raiden Shogun’s Burst multiplier per hit). You can find these on Genshin Impact wikis or databases.
8. Estimate Attacks per Rotation: Roughly count how many key hits or instances of damage your character performs within one combat cycle or their effective damage window.
9. Set Rotation Time: Estimate the total duration in seconds of this combat cycle or damage window.
10. Click ‘Calculate DPS’: Once all inputs are entered, click the button.

How to Read Results:

• Primary Result (DPS): This is your main metric – Damage Per Second. A higher number indicates greater offensive potential.
• Total ATK: Shows your character’s raw offensive power before multipliers.
• Average Hit DMG: The calculated damage of a single, representative hit, factoring in crits and elemental bonuses.
• Effective Crit Rate: A composite value showing the overall benefit of your crit stats.
• Effective Crit Multiplier: Shows the total amplification from your Crit DMG stat.
• Intermediate Values (Table): The table breaks down the contribution of key stats like ATK%, Elemental DMG, and Crit Multiplier to your overall damage.

Decision-Making Guidance:

• Stat Prioritization: Compare the “Impact on DPS (%)” in the table. If ATK% has a low impact, you might need more Elemental DMG or Crit stats, and vice versa.
• Artifact Optimization: Use the results to decide which artifact substats are most valuable for your character.
• Team Building: Understand how buffs (like Bennett’s ATK boost or Kazuha’s DMG% buff) affect your DPS. You can re-run calculations with hypothetical buffs applied to Total ATK or Elemental DMG Bonus.
• Weapon Choice: Compare the DPS output with different potential weapons to see which one offers the best performance.

Key Factors That Affect Genshin DPS Results

Several elements significantly influence a character’s DPS output. Understanding these is key to optimizing performance:

1. Stat Distribution (Crit Rate vs. Crit DMG):
   There’s an optimal balance. Aiming for roughly a 1:2 ratio (e.g., 70% Crit Rate, 140% Crit DMG) is a good starting point. Excessively high Crit DMG with low Crit Rate is inefficient, as crits will be infrequent. Conversely, very high Crit Rate with low Crit DMG doesn’t maximize the damage of those critical hits.
   A balanced crit ratio ensures consistent and high damage output. Investing too heavily in one stat without the other leads to diminishing returns.
2. Elemental DMG Bonuses:
   A character’s Elemental DMG Bonus (e.g., Pyro DMG%, Hydro DMG%) significantly multiplies their damage of that type. Having a dedicated artifact goblet for your character’s element is usually one of the biggest single damage increases. Stacking multiple sources (ascension, artifacts, set bonuses, team buffs) is crucial.
   Elemental DMG Bonus acts as a powerful multiplier, especially when combined with high ATK and crit stats.
3. Character Attack Multipliers:
   Each character’s Normal Attacks, Skills, and Bursts have different damage multipliers at various levels. Higher multipliers mean more damage for the same base stats. Choosing abilities with high multipliers for your DPS calculation is essential.
   Higher multipliers on skills and bursts directly translate to higher damage output per hit.
4. Team Buffs and Synergies:
   Characters like Bennett (ATK Buff), Kazuha (Elemental DMG Buff), Sucrose (EM Buff), or Zhongli (Mora reduction + RES Shred) can dramatically increase a main DPS’s damage. Incorporating these buffs into your calculation (by adjusting the relevant input fields) provides a more realistic team DPS figure.
   Support characters are vital for amplifying a main DPS’s damage through buffs, debuffs, and reactions.
5. Enemy Resistances and Weaknesses:
   Genshin enemies have varying resistances to different elements. Some enemies are resistant to certain elements (reducing damage dealt), while others might be weak (increasing damage). Elemental Reactions can also be significantly affected by enemy elements and resistances. This calculator simplifies by assuming a baseline resistance, but real combat can deviate.
   Enemy resistances can heavily mitigate or amplify damage, requiring strategic team composition.
6. Attack Patterns and Rotation Efficiency:
   How quickly and effectively a character can execute their attacks and abilities within a rotation matters. Faster attack animations or abilities that hit multiple times efficiently contribute to higher overall DPS. The “Attack Count” and “Rotation Time” inputs attempt to model this.
   Efficient execution of attacks and abilities within a set timeframe maximizes damage output.
7. Elemental Reactions:
   Reactions like Vaporize, Melt, Overload, and Aggravate can drastically increase damage. The calculator provides a base damage; however, the actual damage from reactions depends on the character’s Elemental Mastery (EM), the trigger character’s stats, and the order of application.
   Elemental reactions are a core damage amplification mechanic in Genshin Impact.
8. Artifact Set Bonuses:
   Many artifact sets provide significant bonuses, such as increased ATK%, Elemental DMG%, Crit Rate/DMG, or unique damage-boosting effects. These are crucial and should be factored into the relevant input fields (e.g., ATK% bonus, Elemental DMG Bonus).
   Artifact sets offer substantial stat boosts and unique effects that are critical for optimizing DPS.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the difference between DPS and the damage of a single hit?

A: The damage of a single hit is the number you see on the screen when an attack lands. DPS (Damage Per Second) is that single-hit damage averaged over time, considering factors like attack speed, ability cooldowns, and the duration of a combat rotation. High single-hit damage doesn’t always mean high DPS if the character attacks very slowly.

Q2: Should I prioritize ATK%, Crit Rate, or Crit DMG?

A: It depends on your character and current stats. Generally, aim for a balanced crit ratio (around 1:2 Crit Rate to Crit DMG). If your character has a lot of built-in ATK% or low base ATK, ATK% might be less valuable than Elemental DMG Bonus. Conversely, if their base ATK is very high, ATK% can be very effective. Always check the “Impact on DPS (%)” in the table for guidance.

Q3: How do I find the correct Skill/Burst Multiplier?

A: You can find detailed multiplier values on reputable Genshin Impact wikis (like the official HoyoLAB Wiki, Fandom Wiki) or fan-made databases. Look for the specific ability you’re interested in and find the percentage listed for your character’s level.

Q4: Does this calculator include Elemental Reactions like Vaporize or Melt?

A: This calculator provides the base damage calculation before reactions. To approximate reaction damage, you would typically calculate the base damage of the triggering hit and then multiply it by the reaction multiplier (e.g., 1.5x for Vaporize, 2.0x for Melt), potentially adding any bonus damage from Elemental Mastery. This calculator helps determine the base damage that fuels those reactions.

Q5: What is “Additive DMG” and is it important?

A: Additive DMG refers to flat ATK values added directly to your character’s total ATK, bypassing the ATK% scaling. The most common source is Bennett’s Elemental Burst. It’s important because it adds a fixed amount of ATK regardless of your other stats, making it valuable, especially for characters with lower base ATK or ATK% scaling. The calculator adds this *after* the ATK% calculation.

Q6: How accurate is the DPS calculation?

A: The accuracy depends on the inputs. This calculator provides a strong estimate based on core mechanics. However, real-world DPS can be affected by factors not precisely modeled here, such as precise enemy resistances, specific attack timings, energy management, intricate team rotations, and buffs/debuffs applied at specific moments. Use it as a powerful guide, not an absolute definitive number.

Q7: My DPS seems low. What should I check first?

A: Double-check your inputs: Ensure your Base ATK is correct (character + weapon), your Crit Rate/DMG are accurate, and you’ve included all relevant ATK% and Elemental DMG Bonuses. Also, verify you’re using the correct multipliers for the skills/bursts you are calculating and that your rotation time and attack count are realistic estimates.

Q8: Should I use the calculator for Burst DPS or Normal Attack DPS?

A: You can use it for either! For characters who primarily rely on their Burst for damage (like Raiden Shogun), input the Burst multiplier, the number of hits in the Burst duration, and the total time it takes to perform your full rotation (including setup). For characters focused on Normal/Charged Attacks (like Hu Tao or Yoimiya), input their relevant Normal/Charged Attack multipliers and estimate the number of hits and time within their damage window.

Related Tools and Internal Resources

• Genshin Impact Artifact Optimizer: Find the best artifact sets and sub-stats for your characters based on detailed stat analysis.
• Genshin Impact Team Building Guide: Learn about effective team compositions and elemental synergies to maximize your combat effectiveness.
• Genshin Impact Weapon Tier List: Compare different weapons and understand their strengths and weaknesses for various characters.
• Genshin Impact Character Builds: Explore recommended builds, stat priorities, and playstyles for every character in the game.
• Genshin Impact Damage Formula Explained: A deeper dive into the underlying mechanics of how damage is calculated in Genshin Impact.
• Genshin Impact Elemental Reactions Guide: Understand how elemental reactions work and how to leverage them for maximum damage output.