5 Minutes Read Time | Updated: May 02, 2025
Updated for Version 2.3: Wuthering Waves Tier List
If you’ve just started your journey into Wuthering Waves, welcome to the party! And if you’ve already sunk hours grinding and chasing those sweet, sweet SSR drops—then you already know how important building the right team is. But let’s be honest: with so many Resonators to choose from, it’s easy to get overwhelmed.
That’s where this tier list comes in.
Now you’re wondering: “Which Resonator should I invest my Echoes and time into?” Don’t worry—we gotchu—maybe (lol).
In this Wuthering Waves tier list, we’ve ranked all available characters based on performance in PvE and late-game content (and sprinkled in some early meta predictions too). Whether you’re rerolling, grinding, or flexing, this guide should help you plan your dream team wisely.
⚠️ Note: This list is updated as of May 2025 and may change with future patches, buffs, nerfs, and character releases. Rankings are based on community testing, content creator analysis, and some good ol’ fashioned hands-on grinding.updated with future patches. Rankings consider overall performance in PvE, ease of use, synergy, and potential in late-game content.
Sources: Official Wuthering Waves website (wutheringwaves.kurogames.com) and community testing via the Wuthering Waves subreddit
Table of Resonators
🟩 S-Tier – Meta-Defining Resonators
These characters are top-tier picks, offering exceptional performance across various game modes. These are the best of the best. They bring top-tier utility, AoE, or damage potential. Ideal for endgame content and tough boss fights.
Jinhsi (5★ Spectro)
- Weapon: Broadblade
- Role: Main DPS
- Why Tier S? Jinhsi delivers massive AoE Spectro damage with a fluid combo system.
- Build Tip: Equip Spectro-based Echoes like [Lingering Tunes] to boost ATK%. Consider full Spectro sets for resonance bonuses.
Camellya (5★ Havoc)
- Weapon: Sword
- Role: Main DPS
- Why Tier S? Camellya provides strong Havoc damage with self-sustain capabilities.
- Build Tip: Utilize Echoes that enhance Havoc abilities and energy regeneration.
Calcharo (5★ Electro)
- Weapon: Broadblade
- Role: Burst DPS
- Why Tier S? High burst damage with Electro skills, effective against bosses.
- Build Tip: Focus on Crit Rate and Crit DMG. Echo set: [Electro Predator] + [Void Thunderer].
Yinlin (5★ Electro)
- Role: Sub-DPS / Enabler
- Why Tier S? Offers Electro synergy and support with fast cooldowns.
- Build Tip: Use Echoes that reduce cooldowns and boost Electro skills.
Encore (5★ Fusion)
- Weapon: Rectifier
- Role: AoE DPS
- Why Tier S? Exceptional AoE damage with Fusion element, great for mob clearing.
- Build Tip: Stack Fusion Echoes and include [Infernal Rider] for additional burn damage.
Verina (5★ Spectro)
- Weapon: Rectifier
- Role: Healer / Buffer
- Why Tier S? Top-tier healing and team buffs, essential for challenging content.
- Build Tip: Use Echoes that boost healing effectiveness and reduce cooldowns.
🧊 Tier A (Strong & Reliable Picks)
Great for most content. Slightly less flexible than Tier S, but still very powerful.
Baizhi (4★ Glacio)
- Role: Support / Healer
- Why Tier A? A free healer with decent energy regen buffs.
- Build Tip: Equip healing Echoes like [Frozen Blossom]. Easy to build and slot into any team.
Lingyang (5★ Glacio)
- Role: Mobile DPS
- Why Tier A? Strong single-target with quick dash mechanics.
- Build Tip: Pair with Glacio Echoes. Add [Glacier Fang] to increase freeze chance.
Jianxin (5★ Aero)
- Role: Tank / Support
- Why Tier A? Shielding and knock-up mechanics make her very versatile.
- Build Tip: Use Aero Echoes like [Windbreaker Ape] for crowd control synergy.
Aalto (4★ Aero)
- Role: Sub-DPS
- Why Tier A? Tricky to master but fun to play. His clones create nice distractions.
- Build Tip: Focus on Aero Echoes and Echo cooldown reduction.
⚡ Tier B (Situational or Early Game)
Good early game choices or for niche team comps. Use them while building toward stronger units.
Mortefi (4★ Fusion)
- Role: Sub-DPS
- Why Tier B? Buffs Fusion damage and has decent fire output.
- Build Tip: Pair with a Fusion main DPS like Encore. Echo suggestion: [Lava Whisperer].
Chixia (4★ Fusion)
- Role: Ranged DPS
- Why Tier B? Decent burst damage but outscaled later.
- Build Tip: Focus on Attack Echoes with crit mods.
Yangyang (4★ Aero)
- Role: Utility / Support
- Why Tier B? Wind control and energy regen skills.
- Build Tip: Stack Echoes with Aero resonance and cooldown speed-ups.
Taoqi (4★ Havoc)
- Role: Tank / Bruiser
- Why Tier B? High defense but lacks good scaling.
- Build Tip: Use HP% Echoes or Havoc-based gear to increase survivability.
💀 Tier C (Low Tier / Needs Buffs)
Only use if you really love them — or just pulled them. These characters tend to fall behind in scaling or utility.
Sanhua (4★ Glacio)
- Role: Support
- Why Tier C? Simple to use but underwhelming at higher levels.
- Build Tip: Build for quick cooldowns and burst.
Rover (5★ Havoc)
- Build Tip: Echo flexibility makes them decent filler until better options unlock.
- Role: Your starting character
- Why Tier C? Jack-of-all-trades but outclassed by later pulls.
🧠 Final Tips for Building Your Team
- Pick what you enjoy – Meta is great, but nothing beats playing your faves.
- Resources are limited, so focus on S and A tier units first.
- Echo Loadouts Matter! Echoes can drastically change your effectiveness. Try matching elements and resonance types.
- Team Synergy > Raw Power – Build around one or two core elements.
- Tier lists will shift with patches, so stay updated.
- Echo synergy matters. Some “B” tier units can become “A” with the right Echo loadout.
💡 Conclusion
That wraps up our updated Wuthering Waves tier list for May 2025! Hopefully this helps you avoid any regrets and gives you an edge in the early grind.
Which Resonators are you building? Got a different tier opinion? Let’s argue nicely in the comments 😂
