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Genshin Impact Layla Best Team Guide

Last updated April 9, 2026. Looking for the best Layla teams in Genshin Impact? Start with the top team summary below, then pick the lineup that fits your roster.

Layla

This page provides the best Layla Team information. Layla will be Support/Shield in most of the situation, primarily a Support. Top teams include Permafrost and Melt comps. Team positions can be adjusted based on your roster.

Layla Team Summary

#1 Team Rating:SS

Ayaka Shenhe Xingqiu Layla Permafrost Freeze Team

Kamisato Ayaka
Cryo
Shenhe
Cryo
Xingqiu
Hydro
Layla
Cryo
#2 Team Rating:SS

Layla Melt Vaporize Yoimiya Team

Yoimiya
Pyro
Yelan
Hydro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Layla
Cryo
#3 Team Rating:SS

Layla Melt Freeze Ganyu Team

Ganyu
Cryo
Xiangling
Pyro
Xingqiu
Hydro
Layla
Cryo
#4 Team Rating:SS

Gaming Layla Ganyu Xianyun Melt Plunge Team

Gaming
Pyro
Ganyu
Cryo
Layla
Cryo
Xianyun
Anemo

#1 Ayaka Shenhe Xingqiu Layla Permafrost Freeze Team

Tier SS

Layla Permafrost Team
A strong Freeze composition centered on Ayaka’s Burst damage with Shenhe buffing Cryo output, Xingqiu maintaining Hydro application, and Layla providing a durable shield plus additional off-field Cryo damage and Normal Attack support.

Kamisato Ayaka portrait
Kamisato Ayaka
Main DPSCryoCryo

Primary on-field damage dealer. Ayaka deals most of her damage through her Elemental Burst, and her Cryo attacks freeze enemies when paired with Xingqiu’s Hydro application.

Artifacts

Blizzard StrayerBlizzard Strayer

Main Stats

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

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Shenhe portrait
Shenhe
Sub DPSCryoCryo

Cryo buffer and off-field damage support. Shenhe increases Ayaka’s damage through ATK-based buffs and lowers enemy Cryo RES.

Artifacts

Gladiator's FinaleGladiator's FinaleShimenawa's ReminiscenceShimenawa's Reminiscence

Main Stats

  • Sands ATK%
  • Goblet ATK%
  • Circlet ATK%

Substats

ATK% / Energy Recharge / CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Provides consistent Hydro application through his Elemental Burst, enabling Freeze reactions with Ayaka, Shenhe, and Layla’s Cryo damage.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

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

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Layla portrait
Layla
SupportCryoCryo

Shield and utility support. Layla gives the team strong protection, contributes off-field Cryo damage, and boosts teammates’ Normal Attack damage.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

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

Substats

HP% / CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

#2 Layla Melt Vaporize Yoimiya Team

Tier SS

Layla provides Cryo shielding and off-field Cryo application, enabling Freeze setups with Xingqiu/Yelan before Yoimiya triggers Melt and Vaporize reactions. Strong single-target damage with excellent survivability.

Yoimiya portrait
Yoimiya
Main DPSPyroPyro

On-field carry and main source of damage. Prioritize Normal Attack uptime to maximize reaction-based damage.

Artifacts

Shimenawa's ReminiscenceShimenawa's Reminiscence

Main Stats

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

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Yelan portrait
Yelan
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Provides strong off-field Hydro application to enable Vaporize and help maintain Freeze alongside Layla's Cryo.

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

Off-field Hydro application from Burst supports Freeze and Vaporize reactions for Yoimiya.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

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

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Layla portrait
Layla
SupportCryoCryo

Shield support with off-field Cryo damage and Normal Attack damage bonus utility. Provides safety and helps enable Freeze reactions.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

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

Substats

HP% / CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

#3 Layla Melt Freeze Ganyu Team

Tier SS

Layla Melting Team #1
Layla provides shielding and off-field Cryo damage, while Ganyu acts as the main Charged Attack DPS. Xiangling supplies strong off-field Pyro application for Melting, and Xingqiu adds Hydro application for Freeze utility and more reaction control.

Ganyu portrait
Ganyu
Main DPSCryoCryo

Ganyu is the on-field carry. Her Charged Attacks deal high damage and apply Cryo to enable Melt reactions.

Artifacts

Wanderer's TroupeWanderer's Troupe

Main Stats

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

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Xiangling portrait
Xiangling
Sub DPSPyroPyro

Xiangling provides strong off-field Pyro damage through her Elemental Burst, enabling Ganyu's Melt reactions.

Artifacts

Emblem of Severed FateEmblem of Severed Fate

Main Stats

  • Sands Energy Recharge
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / Energy Recharge / ATK%

Xingqiu portrait
Xingqiu
Sub DPSHydroHydro

Xingqiu's Burst continuously applies Hydro, adding Freeze utility and reaction control alongside the Cryo/Pyro core.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

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

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Layla portrait
Layla
SupportCryoCryo

Layla provides a strong shield, off-field Cryo damage, and extra damage support for Ganyu's Charged Attacks.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

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

Substats

HP% / CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

#4 Gaming Layla Ganyu Xianyun Melt Plunge Team

Tier SS

Team Rating: SS Tier
Gaming is the on-field Main DPS, using Plunging Attacks to apply consistent Pyro for Melt reactions. Ganyu provides off-field Cryo application, while Layla supplies shielding and additional Cryo support. Xianyun acts as the Support/Healer and boosts Gaming’s Plunging Attacks.

Gaming portrait
Gaming
Main DPSPyroPyro

On-field carry. His Plunging Attacks provide continuous Pyro application to trigger Melting.

Artifacts

Crimson Witch of FlamesCrimson Witch of Flames

Main Stats

  • Sands Elemental Mastery
  • Goblet Pyro DMG
  • Circlet CRIT DMG

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Elemental Mastery

Ganyu portrait
Ganyu
Sub DPSCryoCryo

Off-field Cryo applicator. Her Elemental Burst provides Cryo attachment to trigger Melt reactions from backstage.

Artifacts

Noblesse ObligeNoblesse Oblige

Main Stats

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

Substats

CRIT DMG / CRIT Rate / ATK% / Energy Recharge

Layla portrait
Layla
SupportCryoCryo

Provides strong shielding for the team and contributes off-field Cryo damage.

Artifacts

Tenacity of the MillelithTenacity of the Millelith

Main Stats

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

Substats

HP% / CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Xianyun portrait
Xianyun
SupportAnemoAnemo

Healer/support who keeps the team alive and enhances Gaming’s Plunging Attacks.

Artifacts

Song of Days PastSong of Days Past

Main Stats

  • Sands Energy Recharge
  • Goblet ATK%
  • Circlet Healing Bonus

Substats

HP% / HP% / Energy Recharge

Layla Teams FAQ

What is the best Layla team in Genshin Impact?

Ayaka Shenhe Xingqiu Layla Permafrost Freeze Team is one of the strongest Layla teams right now. Use the team summary and build cards on this page to pick the best version for your account.

What are good Layla teams without premium weapons?

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

Which teammates are best with Layla?

Common high-performing partners include teams such as Ayaka Shenhe Xingqiu Layla Permafrost Freeze Team, Layla Melt Vaporize Yoimiya Team, Layla Melt Freeze Ganyu Team. Check each lineup section for role breakdowns and gear priorities.