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Genshin Impact Hu Tao Best Team Guide

Last updated May 23, 2026. Looking for the best Hu Tao teams in Genshin Impact? Start with the top team summary below, then pick the lineup that fits your roster.

Hu Tao

Best teams for Hu Tao, primarily a Pyro DPS. Top teams include Vaporize and Melt compositions, often with Hydro sub‑DPS like Xingqiu or Yelan. Flexible pairings such as double main DPS with Yoimiya are also viable.

Hu Tao Team Summary

#1 Team Rating:SS

Hu Tao Vaporize

Hu Tao
Pyro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Kaedehara Kazuha
Anemo
Zhongli
Geo
#2 Team Rating:SS

Hu Tao Vaporize Team #2

Hu Tao
Pyro
Yelan
Hydro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Zhongli
Geo
#3 Team Rating:SS

Hu Tao Vaporize Team #3

Hu Tao
Pyro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Albedo
Geo
Zhongli
Geo
#4 Team Rating:SS

Dual-Carry Vaporize

Hu Tao
Pyro
Yoimiya
Pyro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Zhongli
Geo
#5 Team Rating:S

Hu Tao Vaporize Team #5

Hu Tao
Pyro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Sucrose
Anemo
Bennett
Pyro
#6 Team Rating:S

Hu Tao Vaporize Team #4

Hu Tao
Pyro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Sucrose
Anemo
Thoma
Pyro
#7 Team Rating:SS

Hu Tao Melt Team #1

Hu Tao
Pyro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Rosaria
Cryo
Diona
C6
Cryo
#8 Team Rating:S

Hu Tao Melt Team #2

Hu Tao
Pyro
Kamisato Ayaka
Cryo
Kaedehara Kazuha
Anemo
Bennett
Pyro

#1 Hu Tao Vaporize

Tier SS

Hu Tao is the Pyro main DPS, with damage amplified by Vaporize reactions.

Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Kaedehara Kazuha, Zhongli — Hu Tao Vaporize. Hu Tao (Main DPS), Xingqiu (Sub DPS), Kaedehara Kazuha (Support), Zhongli (Support).

Core Idea

Hu Tao triggers Vaporize on enemies affected by Xingqiu's Burst. Kazuha groups enemies and buffs Pyro DMG, while Zhongli provides a shield and ATK boost with Tenacity of the Millelith.

Hu Tao portrait
Hu Tao
Main DPSPyroPyro

Main DPS, DMG amplified by Vaporize.

Artifacts

Shimenawa's ReminiscenceShimenawa's Reminiscence

Main Stats

  • Sands HP% / Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / HP% / Elemental Mastery / ATK%

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Elemental Burst applies Hydro continuously to enable Vaporize.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Hydro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Kaedehara Kazuha portrait
Kaedehara Kazuha
SupportAnemoAnemo

Groups enemies, provides Anemo Swirl to reduce resistance and buff Pyro DMG.

Artifacts

Viridescent VenererViridescent Venerer

Main Stats

  • Sands Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Elemental Mastery
  • Circlet Elemental Mastery

Substats

Elemental Mastery / CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK%

Zhongli portrait
Zhongli
SupportGeoGeo

Provides a shield and ATK buff with Tenacity of the Millelith set.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet HP%
  • Circlet HP%

Substats

HP% / HP / Energy Recharge

#2 Hu Tao Vaporize Team #2

Tier SS

Hu Tao is the main DPS, relying on Vaporize reactions. Yelan and Xingqiu apply Hydro off-field, while Zhongli provides shielding and ATK buffs.

Hu Tao, Yelan, Xingqiu, Zhongli — Hu Tao Vaporize Team #2. Hu Tao (Main DPS), Yelan (Sub DPS), Xingqiu (Sub DPS), Zhongli (Support).

Core Idea

Continuously apply Hydro with Yelan and Xingqiu to enable Hu Tao's Vaporize, while Zhongli shields and buffs ATK via Tenacity of the Millelith.

Hu Tao portrait
Hu Tao
Main DPSPyroPyro

Hu Tao's DMG is amplified by Vaporize.

Artifacts

Crimson Witch of FlamesCrimson Witch of Flames

Main Stats

  • Sands HP% / Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / HP% / Elemental Mastery / ATK%

Yelan portrait
Yelan
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Yelan provides continuous Hydro off-field attacks that react with Pyro on enemies. Her Burst also increases Hu Tao's DMG via her passive talent.

Artifacts

Emblem of Severed FateEmblem of Severed Fate

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet Hydro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

HP% / CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Xingqiu's Burst continuously applies Hydro to enemies.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Hydro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Zhongli portrait
Zhongli
SupportGeoGeo

Zhongli's shield provides a safe environment and increases ATK of the whole team with Tenacity of the Millelith.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet HP%
  • Circlet HP%

Substats

HP% / HP% / Energy Recharge

#3 Hu Tao Vaporize Team #3

Tier SS

A Pyro-Hydro reaction team focusing on Hu Tao's Vaporize damage, supported by Geo resonance and shielding from Albedo and Zhongli.

Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Albedo, Zhongli — Hu Tao Vaporize Team #3. Hu Tao (Main DPS), Xingqiu (Sub DPS), Albedo (Sub DPS), Zhongli (Support).

Core Idea

Hu Tao triggers Vaporize with Xingqiu's constant Hydro application, while Albedo and Zhongli provide Geo resonance and shield, and Albedo uses Archaic Petra to boost elemental DMG.

Hu Tao portrait
Hu Tao
Main DPSPyroPyro

Hu Tao is the main DPS, her DMG is amplified by Vaporization in this team.

Artifacts

Crimson Witch of FlamesCrimson Witch of Flames

Main Stats

  • Sands HP% / Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / HP% / Elemental Mastery / ATK%

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Xingqiu's Elemental Burst can attach Hydro element to enemies continuously, and so react with Hu Tao's Pyro DMG to trigger Vaporization.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Hydro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Albedo portrait
Albedo
Sub DPSGeoGeo

Albedo pairs with Zhongli to trigger resonance, and by using full set of Archaic Petra, picking up crystal can increase corresponding DMG of team members.

Artifacts

Archaic PetraArchaic Petra

Main Stats

  • Sands DEF%
  • Goblet Geo DMG
  • Circlet DEF% / CRIT Rate

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / DEF% / Energy Recharge / DEF

Zhongli portrait
Zhongli
SupportGeoGeo

Zhongli's shield provides safe environment for team members, and increase ATK of whole team by using full set of Tenacity of the Millelith.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet HP%
  • Circlet HP%

Substats

HP% / HP / Energy Recharge

#4 Dual-Carry Vaporize

Tier SS

Alternates between Hu Tao and Yoimiya as main DPS, both triggering Vaporize with Xingqiu's rain swords. Zhongli provides shielding and ATK boost.

Hu Tao, Yoimiya, Xingqiu, Zhongli — Dual-Carry Vaporize. Hu Tao (Main DPS), Yoimiya (Main DPS), Xingqiu (Sub DPS), Zhongli (Support).

Core Idea

Two Pyro DPS characters take turns dealing Vaporize damage while Xingqiu applies Hydro off-field and Zhongli protects the team.

Rotation

  1. Zhongli hold Skill to create shield and activate Tenacity of the Millelith.
  2. Xingqiu Skill → Burst (use Sacrificial Sword reset if possible).
  3. Hu Tao Skill and perform charged attacks for 9s.
  4. Switch to Yoimiya, use Skill and normal attack until her skill ends.
  5. Repeat from Zhongli.
Hu Tao portrait
Hu Tao
Main DPSPyroPyro

Deals massive Vaporize damage during Skill. Switches with Yoimiya after skill ends.

Artifacts

Crimson Witch of FlamesCrimson Witch of Flames

Main Stats

  • Sands HP% / Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / HP% / Elemental Mastery / ATK%

Yoimiya portrait
Yoimiya
Main DPSPyroPyro

Provides sustained Pyro damage with Skill and triggers Vaporize. Switches with Hu Tao after skill ends.

Artifacts

Shimenawa's ReminiscenceShimenawa's Reminiscence

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet ATK%
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Burst applies Hydro continuously to enable Vaporize for both Hu Tao and Yoimiya.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Hydro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Zhongli portrait
Zhongli
SupportGeoGeo

Strong shield protects the team. Tenacity of the Millelith boosts ATK when Skill hits enemies.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet HP%
  • Circlet HP%

Substats

HP% / HP / Energy Recharge

#5 Hu Tao Vaporize Team #5

Tier S

A top-tier team focusing on Vaporize reactions with Hu Tao as the main DPS, supported by Xingqiu, Sucrose, and Bennett.

Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Sucrose, Bennett — Hu Tao Vaporize Team #5. Hu Tao (Main DPS), Xingqiu (Sub DPS), Sucrose (Sub DPS), Bennett (Support).

Core Idea

Hu Tao's Pyro DMG is amplified by Vaporization with Xingqiu's continuous Hydro application, while Sucrose provides Elemental Mastery bonus and Bennett provides ATK buff and healing.

Hu Tao portrait
Hu Tao
Main DPSPyroPyro

Main DPS whose DMG is amplified by Vaporization.

Artifacts

Crimson Witch of FlamesCrimson Witch of Flames

Main Stats

  • Sands HP% / Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / HP% / Elemental Mastery / ATK%

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Applies Hydro continuously via Burst to enable Vaporize.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Hydro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Sucrose portrait
Sucrose
Sub DPSAnemoAnemo

Provides Elemental Mastery bonus to increase Vaporize DMG.

Artifacts

Viridescent VenererViridescent Venerer

Main Stats

  • Sands Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Elemental Mastery
  • Circlet Elemental Mastery

Substats

Elemental Mastery / CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK%

Bennett portrait
Bennett
SupportPyroPyro

Bennett's Burst provides huge ATK buff and healing.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet HP%
  • Circlet HP%

Substats

HP% / HP / Energy Recharge

#6 Hu Tao Vaporize Team #4

Tier S

Hu Tao is a Main DPS in the team. Her DMG is amplified by Vaporize.

Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Sucrose, Thoma — Hu Tao Vaporize Team #4. Hu Tao (Main DPS), Xingqiu (Sub DPS), Sucrose (Support), Thoma (Support).

Core Idea

Hu Tao's damage is amplified by Vaporize with Xingqiu's continuous Hydro application, Sucrose's Elemental Mastery boost, and Thoma's shield.

Hu Tao portrait
Hu Tao
Main DPSPyroPyro

Hu Tao's DMG is amplified by Vaporize.

Artifacts

Crimson Witch of FlamesCrimson Witch of Flames

Main Stats

  • Sands HP% / Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / HP% / Elemental Mastery / ATK%

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Xingqiu's Elemental Burst applies Hydro continuously to trigger Vaporize.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Hydro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Sucrose portrait
Sucrose
SupportAnemoAnemo

Sucrose provides Elemental Mastery bonus to increase Vaporize DMG.

Artifacts

Viridescent VenererViridescent Venerer

Main Stats

  • Sands Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Elemental Mastery
  • Circlet Elemental Mastery

Substats

Elemental Mastery / CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK%

Thoma portrait
Thoma
SupportPyroPyro

Thoma's shield provides a safe environment for team members.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet HP%
  • Circlet HP%

Substats

HP% / HP / Energy Recharge

#7 Hu Tao Melt Team #1

Tier SS

Hu Tao is the main DPS, her DMG is amplified by Melt. Two Cryo characters provide resonance, increasing CRIT Rate against enemies affected by Cryo or Frozen.

Hu Tao, Xingqiu, Rosaria, Diona — Hu Tao Melt Team #1. Hu Tao (Main DPS), Xingqiu (Sub DPS), Rosaria (Sub DPS), Diona (Support).

Core Idea

Hu Tao's Pyro attacks trigger Melt reactions against Cryo-applied enemies, boosted by Cryo resonance for extra CRIT Rate.

Hu Tao portrait
Hu Tao
Main DPSPyroPyro

Hu Tao's DMG is amplified by Melt.

Artifacts

Crimson Witch of FlamesCrimson Witch of Flames

Main Stats

  • Sands HP% / Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / HP% / Elemental Mastery / ATK%

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Xingqiu's Burst continuously applies Hydro to trigger Vaporize with Hu Tao and Freeze with Rosaria.

Artifacts

Heart of DepthHeart of DepthNoblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Hydro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Rosaria portrait
Rosaria
Sub DPSCryoCryo

Rosaria's Burst deals Cryo DMG and provides CRIT Rate share to party. Melt with Hu Tao and Freeze with Xingqiu.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Cryo DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate

Substats

CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Diona portrait
Diona
SupportCryoCryoConstellation num+

Diona provides shield and healing. At C6 with Instructor, she boosts party Elemental Mastery by 320.

Artifacts

InstructorInstructor

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet HP%
  • Circlet HP%

Substats

HP% / HP / Energy Recharge

#8 Hu Tao Melt Team #2

Tier S

Hu Tao triggers Melt on Cryo-affected enemies for massive damage. Ayaka provides off-field Cryo application, Kazuha shreds resistance and buffs, Bennett heals and boosts ATK.

Hu Tao, Kamisato Ayaka, Kaedehara Kazuha, Bennett — Hu Tao Melt Team #2. Hu Tao (Main DPS), Kamisato Ayaka (Sub DPS), Kaedehara Kazuha (Support), Bennett (Support).

Core Idea

Hu Tao triggers Melt on Cryo-affected enemies for massive single-target damage.

Hu Tao portrait
Hu Tao
Main DPSPyroPyro

Main DPS whose damage is amplified by Melt reactions.

Artifacts

Crimson Witch of FlamesCrimson Witch of Flames

Main Stats

  • Sands HP% / Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / HP% / Elemental Mastery / ATK%

Kamisato Ayaka portrait
Kamisato Ayaka
Sub DPSCryoCryo

Sub DPS applying Cryo via Burst for Hu Tao to Melt.

Artifacts

Blizzard StrayerBlizzard StrayerNoblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet Cryo DMG
  • Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Kaedehara Kazuha portrait
Kaedehara Kazuha
SupportAnemoAnemo

VV shred, crowd control, and elemental damage buffs.

Artifacts

Viridescent VenererViridescent Venerer

Main Stats

  • Sands Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Elemental Mastery
  • Circlet Elemental Mastery

Substats

Elemental Mastery / CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK%

Bennett portrait
Bennett
SupportPyroPyro

Healing and massive ATK buff from Burst.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

  • Sands HP%
  • Goblet HP%
  • Circlet HP%

Substats

HP% / HP / Energy Recharge

Hu Tao Teams FAQ

What is the best Hu Tao team in Genshin Impact?

Hu Tao Vaporize is one of the strongest Hu Tao teams right now. Use the team summary and build cards on this page to pick the best version for your account.

What are good Hu Tao teams without premium weapons?

You can run strong Hu Tao teams without signature weapons by prioritizing reaction synergy, energy consistency, and artifact main stats shown in each build card.

Which teammates are best with Hu Tao?

Common high-performing partners include teams such as Hu Tao Vaporize, Hu Tao Vaporize Team #2, Hu Tao Vaporize Team #3. Check each lineup section for role breakdowns and gear priorities.