Introduction
Kaeya Build Guide
Cryo
Sword
Kaeya is a Cryo Sword character in Genshin Impact known for his consistent Cryo application and strong Burst uptime. He excels in Freeze and Melt teams, making him one of the most reliable and beginner-friendly DPS or Sub-DPS options.
With low energy cost and fast cooldowns, Kaeya provides high uptime Cryo damage, enabling strong reactions and smooth team rotations.
Highlights
Rarity:
4★
Element:
Cryo
Weapon:
Sword
Role:
Sub-DPS / Main DPS
Best Build Type:
Cryo DPS / Freeze DPS
Best Reactions:
Freeze, Melt
Difficulty:
Easy
Tier:
B-Tier
Related Guides:
Quick Build
Kaeya performs best as a Cryo DPS or Sub-DPS, focusing on Freeze or Melt reactions. His build prioritizes CRIT stats, ATK, and Cryo DMG Bonus, with enough Energy Recharge to maintain Burst uptime.
Best Weapon
Mistsplitter Reforged
Best 5★ DPS sword
Best Artifacts
Blizzard Strayer (4pc)
Best for Freeze teams (high CRIT Rate boost)
Role
Main DPS (Freeze Build)
(★Best)
Sub-DPS (Burst Support)
(Alternative)
Stats
Sands: ATK%
Goblet: Cryo DMG Bonus
Circlet: CRIT DMG
Sub Stats
CRIT DMG
ATK%
Energy Recharge
CRIT Rate
Weapons
Best Kaeya weapons in Genshin Impact focus on CRIT stats, ATK, and Energy Recharge to maximize his Cryo DPS and Burst uptime. In Freeze teams, weapons that boost CRIT DMG perform best due to Blizzard Strayer synergy.
For Melt builds, weapons with balanced ATK and CRIT stats are also effective.
Energy Recharge Target: 120%–140%
Best Weapon
Mistsplitter Reforged
Sword
Best-in-slot for Cryo DPS Kaeya • Provides Elemental DMG Bonus and strong scaling
Recommended Weapons
Primordial Jade Cutter
Sword
High CRIT Rate • Strong overall DPS option
Blackcliff Longsword
Sword
CRIT DMG substat • Strong F2P DPS option
The Black Sword
Sword
CRIT Rate + Normal Attack boost • Battle Pass weapon
F2P / Alternatives
Amenoma Kageuchi
Sword
Best F2P weapon • Helps with Energy Recharge and Burst uptime
Harbinger of Dawn
Sword
High CRIT DMG • Strong early-game option (requires high HP)
Artifacts
Recommended Artifact Stats
Best Artifact Stats for Kaeya (Cryo DPS / Freeze Build)
CRIT DMG
ATK%
Energy Recharge
CRIT Rate
Main:
Flat HP
Sub:
CRIT DMG
ATK%
Elemental Mastery
CRIT Rate
Main:
Flat ATK
Sub:
CRIT DMG
ATK%
Energy Recharge
CRIT Rate
Main:
ATK%
Sub:
CRIT DMG
Energy Recharge
CRIT Rate
Main:
Cryo DMG Bonus
Sub:
CRIT DMG
ATK%
Energy Recharge
CRIT Rate
Main:
CRIT DMG
Sub:
ATK%
Energy Recharge
CRIT Rate
Recommended Artifacts Set
Best Kaeya artifacts in Genshin Impact focus on maximizing Cryo damage, CRIT scaling, and Burst uptime.
Blizzard Strayer (Best)
2-Piece Set:
Cryo DMG Bonus +15%
4-Piece Set:
+20% CRIT Rate against Cryo enemies
+40% CRIT Rate against Frozen enemies
Best for Freeze teams • Provides massive CRIT Rate through Frozen synergy
Note:
Works best when paired with Hydro characters to maintain Freeze uptime.
Alternatives Artifacts Sets
Noblesse Oblige (Sub-DPS)
4-Piece Set (5★)
Elemental Burst DMG +20%
Increases all party members’ ATK by 20% after using Burst.
• Best for Sub-DPS / Support Kaeya
• Strong team buff + Burst damage
Blizzard Strayer (2pc) + ATK% Set (2pc)
2-pc:
Cryo DMG Bonus +15%
2-pc:
ATK +18%
• Best for balanced DPS build
• Good alternative if 4pc Blizzard is unavailable
Emblem of Severed Fate (Burst Build)
4-Piece Set (5★)
Energy Recharge +20%
Increases Burst DMG based on ER
• Best for Burst-focused Kaeya
• Improves uptime and damage consistency
Instructor (Early Game)
4-Piece Set (4★)
Elemental Mastery boost for team
• Best for early game / starter builds
• Best for early-game builds before farming 5★ artifacts
Best Teams for Kaeya (2026)
Team 1 (Best) — Freeze Team
Kaeya • Xingqiu • Sucrose • Diona
Kaeya
Xingqiu
Sucrose
Diona
A strong Freeze team where Xingqiu provides consistent Hydro application, allowing Kaeya to keep enemies frozen and benefit from Blizzard Strayer CRIT bonuses.
Roles:
Xingqiu — Hydro Enabler / Sub-DPS
Sucrose — Crowd Control + EM Buff
Diona — Shield + Healer
Why This Team Works:
- Consistent Freeze uptime (high CRIT Rate via Blizzard Strayer)
- Strong survivability (shield + healing)
- Excellent crowd control for multiple enemies
Rotation:
Team 2 — Melt DPS Team
Kaeya • Xiangling • Bennett • Kazuha
Kaeya
Xiangling
Bennett
Kazuha
This team focuses on Melt reactions, where Kaeya deals high damage by triggering Melt using Pyro application from Xiangling and Bennett, while Kazuha boosts elemental damage and groups enemies.
Roles:
Xiangling — Pyro Sub-DPS
Bennett — ATK Buffer & Healer
Kazuha — Crowd Control & Elemental DMG Boost
Why This Team Works:
- High Melt damage scaling (Cryo → Pyro reactions)
- Strong ATK buffs from Bennett
- Kazuha increases Elemental DMG and crowd control
