Genshin Impact Xiao Best Team Guide
Last updated May 23, 2026. Looking for the best Xiao teams in Genshin Impact? Start with the top team summary below, then pick the lineup that fits your roster.
Best teams for Xiao, primarily an Anemo main DPS who relies on plunging attacks during his Burst. Key archetypes pair him with Faruzan for Anemo RES shred and CRIT DMG bonus (especially at C6), plus a healer like Jean or Bennett for battery and sustain. The fourth slot can flex to a sub-DPS or buffer depending on your roster.
Xiao Team Summary
Xiao Cryo Team
#1 Xiao Anemo Hypercarry
Tier SSAn SS-tier Anemo team focusing on Xiao's plunge attacks during his Burst.
Xiao, Faruzan, Bennett, Zhongli — Xiao Anemo Hypercarry. Xiao (Main DPS), Faruzan (Support), Bennett (Support), Zhongli (Support).
Core Idea
Maximize Xiao's Elemental Burst damage with Faruzan's Anemo RES shred and DMG bonus, Bennett's ATK buff, and Zhongli's shield and ATK boost from Tenacity of the Millelith.
Xiao's Elemental Burst allows consecutive Plunge Attack dealing wide AOE Anemo DMG.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Faruzan applies Anemo RES decrease and DMG bonus via Burst. At C6, provides additional CRIT DMG bonus.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG / Energy Recharge / ATK%
Weapons
#2 Xiao Anemo Hypercarry
Tier SSXiao plunges with
Xiao, Faruzan, Yelan, Bennett — Xiao Anemo Hypercarry. Xiao (Main DPS), Faruzan (Support), Yelan (Sub DPS), Bennett (Support).
Core Idea
Maximize Xiao's plunge damage via Faruzan's
Uses Elemental Burst to perform consecutive plunges dealing wide AOE
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Applies
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG / Energy Recharge / ATK%
Weapons
Deals continuous off-field
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands HP%
- Goblet Hydro DMG
- Circlet CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate
Substats
HP% / CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
#3 Xiao Hypercarry Geo Resonance
Tier SSXiao is the Main DPS. The DMG of his Burst is maximized by teammates providing battery, shield, and off-field damage. The Anemo-Geo core ensures safe and consistent damage output.
Xiao, Jean, Albedo, Zhongli — Xiao Hypercarry Geo Resonance. Xiao (Main DPS), Jean (Support), Albedo (Sub DPS), Zhongli (Support).
Core Idea
Maximize Xiao's Burst damage by using Jean as a battery and healer, Zhongli for shield and Resonance, and Albedo for off-field Geo damage.
Xiao's Burst allows consecutive Plunge Attacks dealing wide AOE Anemo DMG.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Healer and battery for Xiao's Burst. At C4, she lowers Anemo RES of enemies.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Weapons
Pairs with Zhongli for Geo Resonance. His Skill DMG is maximized by Husk of Opulent Dreams.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands DEF%
- Goblet Geo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / DEF% / DEF% / Energy Recharge
#4 Xiao Core Team
Tier SSXiao is Main DPS in the team. The DMG of Elemental Burst of Xiao is maximized by teammates.
Xiao, Raiden Shogun, Bennett, Zhongli — Xiao Core Team. Xiao (Main DPS), Raiden Shogun (Sub DPS), Bennett (Support), Zhongli (Support).
Core Idea
Xiao plunges repeatedly during his Burst, supported by Raiden Shogun's energy recharge and off-field Electro damage, Bennett's ATK buff and healing, and Zhongli's shield and resistance shred.
Xiao’s Elemental Burst allow Xiao do consecutive Plunge Attack which deals a wide AOE Anemo DMG.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Provides Electro attachment for triggering Superconduct in order to maximize Elemental Burst DMG of Eula, and deals DMG on field when Eula is in cooldown. Can boost Energy Recharge of teammates by using Elemental Burst, and also increase DMG of teammates’ Elemental Burst by using Elemental Skill.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet ATK%
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / Energy Recharge / ATK%
#5 Xiao Pyro Team
Tier SThis team focuses on maximizing Xiao's Elemental Burst damage by swirling Pyro from Xiangling.
Xiao, Sucrose, Xiangling, Bennett — Xiao Pyro Team. Xiao (Main DPS), Sucrose (Sub DPS), Xiangling (Sub DPS), Bennett (Support).
Core Idea
Xiao's Elemental Burst damage is maximized by swirling Pyro applied by Xiangling, with Sucrose providing Elemental Mastery and energy, and Bennett providing ATK buff and healing.
Xiao's Elemental Burst allows consecutive Plunge Attacks dealing wide AOE Anemo DMG.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Sucrose provides Elemental Mastery bonus to team and acts as a battery for Xiao's Elemental Burst.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands Elemental Mastery
- Goblet Elemental Mastery
- Circlet Elemental Mastery
Substats
Elemental Mastery / CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK%
Xiangling's Elemental Burst provides huge Pyro DMG from off-field.
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK% / Energy Recharge
- Goblet Pyro DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / Energy Recharge / ATK%
#6 Xiao Cryo Team
Tier SXiao's Burst allows consecutive Plunge Attacks dealing wide AOE
Xiao, Xingqiu, Chongyun, Diona — Xiao Cryo Team. Xiao (Main DPS), Xingqiu (Sub DPS), Chongyun (Sub DPS), Diona (Support).
Core Idea
Xiao's burst damage is maximized by teammates' support. Swirl of
Burst enables consecutive Plunge Attacks dealing wide AOE
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Anemo DMG
- Circlet CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Burst provides DMG increase and applies
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Hydro DMG
- Circlet CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Weapons
Skill (C2 required) lowers teammates' Burst CD and infuses Normal Attacks with
Artifacts
Main Stats
- Sands ATK%
- Goblet Cryo DMG
- Circlet CRIT DMG
Substats
CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge
Xiao Teams FAQ
What is the best Xiao team in Genshin Impact?
Xiao Anemo Hypercarry is one of the strongest Xiao teams right now. Use the team summary and build cards on this page to pick the best version for your account.
What are good Xiao teams without premium weapons?
You can run strong Xiao teams without signature weapons by prioritizing reaction synergy, energy consistency, and artifact main stats shown in each build card.
Which teammates are best with Xiao?
Common high-performing partners include teams such as Xiao Anemo Hypercarry, Xiao Anemo Hypercarry, Xiao Hypercarry Geo Resonance. Check each lineup section for role breakdowns and gear priorities.












