Theorylytics
Bennett

pyro · Sword

Bennett

Support

VS
Xinyan

pyro · Claymore

Xinyan

Shield Support

Bennett vs Xinyan

The ultimate Pyro support vs. the Physical shield hybrid

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Bennett if…

  • In any team that scales with ATK
  • When you need a reliable healer and buffer in one slot
  • To cleanse elemental debuffs from your active character

Pick Xinyan if…

  • In Physical teams (Eula, Razor) as a niche buffer
  • When you specifically need a Pyro shield
  • If you want a burst of Physical damage from a Pyro unit
Verdict

Bennett is universally better than Xinyan in almost every team. Xinyan is only recommended for very specific Physical damage niche teams where her C4 shred and C6 buffs can be utilized.

At a Glance

Bennett
Stat
Xinyan
Buffer/HealerWinner
Role
Shielder/Burst DPS
Flat ATKWinner
Buff Type
Physical DMG % (at C4)
StrongWinner
Healing
None
None
Shielding
ModerateWinner
High Pyro AppWinner
Reaction
Low Pyro App
Base ATK/ERWinner
Ease of Build
ATK/DEF Split
Noblesse
Artifacts
Noblesse/Tenacity
Cleanse
Dungeon Utility
Shield/Mine

Strengths & Weaknesses

Bennett

Strengths
  • Bennett is very easy to build, needing only a high Base ATK sword.
  • Incredibly powerful ATK buffs.
  • More than enough healing for most teams.
Weaknesses
  • Holding his Elemental Skill causes knockback.
  • Playing "Circle Impact" can be very annoying when you cannot leave Bennett's field for extended periods.

Xinyan

Strengths
  • Strong Pyro damage
  • Versatile team options
Weaknesses
  • Requires investment
  • Best teams use limited 5-stars

Shared Team Members

XianglingXiangling

With Bennett

Bennett serves as the perfect battery for Xiangling, funneling Pyro particles to her to keep her Pyronado active. Their synergy is the foundation of many high-tier teams, providing a mix of high damage, ATK buffing, and Pyro Resonance.

With Xinyan

Xiangling provides Xinyan with Pyro Resonance and additional off-field Pyro damage, helping her maintain a Pyro aura for potential reactions. While Xinyan is more Physical-focused, the extra energy and damage from Xiangling are always welcome.

Best Builds (Signature)

Bennett

Weapon

Mistsplitter Reforged

Artifacts

Noblesse Oblige

Sands

Energy Recharge / HP %

Goblet

HP %

Circlet

HP % / Healing Bonus

Substats

Energy Recharge > HP % > Flat HP

Xinyan

Weapon

Redhorn Stonethresher

Artifacts

Marechaussee Hunter

Sands

ATK % / Energy Recharge

Goblet

Physical DMG

Circlet

CRIT DMG > CRIT Rate

Substats

CRIT DMG > CRIT Rate > ATK % > Energy Recharge > DEF %

Who Should You Pull?

Bennett
Pull Bennett if…
  • In any team that scales with ATK
  • When you need a reliable healer and buffer in one slot
  • To cleanse elemental debuffs from your active character
Bennett Full Guide
Xinyan
Pull Xinyan if…
  • In Physical teams (Eula, Razor) as a niche buffer
  • When you specifically need a Pyro shield
  • If you want a burst of Physical damage from a Pyro unit
Xinyan Full Guide