Theorylytics
Neuvillette

hydro · Catalyst

Neuvillette

Main DPS

VS
Xingqiu

hydro · Sword

Xingqiu

Sub-DPS

Neuvillette vs Xingqiu

A sovereign's Hydro cannon vs. the backbone of Hydro reactions

TL;DR — Quick Pick

Pick Neuvillette if…

  • When you need a powerhouse who can solo content
  • When you want massive AOE Hydro damage via Charged Attacks
  • When you have Furina to maximize his HP fluctuation mechanics

Pick Xingqiu if…

  • When your Main DPS is a Normal Attacker (Hu Tao, Yoimiya)
  • When you need off-field Hydro application for reactions
  • When you need interruption resistance for a fragile carry
Verdict

Neuvillette is arguably the strongest on-field DPS in the game, whereas Xingqiu is the most versatile support. They serve completely different roles and are often used on opposite sides of the Spiral Abyss.

At a Glance

Neuvillette
Stat
Xingqiu
Catalyst
Weapon
Sword
5-StarWinner
Rarity
4-Star
On-field Main DPS
Role
Off-field Sub-DPS
HP
Scaling
ATK
Heavy / AOE
Hydro App
Fast / Single-targetWinner
Self-healingWinner
Sustainability
Damage Reduction
Very High
Field Time
Minimal
Marechaussee Hunter
Artifacts
Emblem of Severed Fate

Strengths & Weaknesses

Neuvillette

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

Xingqiu

Strengths
  • One of the best options for Hydro application.
  • Elemental Skill provides damage reduction, interruption resistance, and healing, giving Xingqiu strong supportive utility.
Weaknesses
  • Requires a lot of Energy for Xingqiu's Elemental Burst.
  • Elemental Skill has a long 21-second cooldown, limiting use.
  • Can accidentally freeze himself due to the self-Hydro application of his Elemental Skill.

Shared Team Members

KazuhaKazuha

With Neuvillette

Kazuha can Swirl the Hydro aura applied by Neuvillette to provide a massive Hydro DMG bonus and reduce enemy RES via Viridescent Venerer. His grouping is also essential for maximizing the value of Neuvillette's linear Charged Attack beam.

With Xingqiu

Kazuha provides a Hydro DMG bonus for Xingqiu's off-field Rain Swords and reduces enemy RES. His crowd control also keeps enemies bundled together, allowing Xingqiu's orbital swords to hit multiple targets and apply Hydro more effectively.

Best Builds (Signature)

Neuvillette

Weapon

Tome of the Eternal Flow

Artifacts

Marechaussee Hunter

Sands

HP %

Goblet

Hydro DMG

Circlet

CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG

Substats

HP % > CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > Energy Recharge

Xingqiu

Weapon

Primordial Jade Cutter

Artifacts

Emblem of Severed Fate

Sands

Energy Recharge / ATK %

Goblet

Hydro DMG

Circlet

CRIT Rate / DMG

Substats

Energy Recharge (to breakpoint) > CRIT Rate / DMG > ATK %

Who Should You Pull?

Neuvillette
Pull Neuvillette if…
  • When you need a powerhouse who can solo content
  • When you want massive AOE Hydro damage via Charged Attacks
  • When you have Furina to maximize his HP fluctuation mechanics
Neuvillette Full Guide
Xingqiu
Pull Xingqiu if…
  • When your Main DPS is a Normal Attacker (Hu Tao, Yoimiya)
  • When you need off-field Hydro application for reactions
  • When you need interruption resistance for a fragile carry
Xingqiu Full Guide