Quick Answer
Relic stats in Honkai: Star Rail consist of main stats and sub-stats that define your character’s performance. The best stats are Crit Rate, Crit DMG, Speed, and ATK%, with an ideal Crit ratio of 1:2 for optimal damage.
If you have not finalized the set yet, start with our [Best Relic Sets] page and full Relics Guide.
Contents
🧩 What Are Relic Stats in Honkai Star Rail
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Image: Honkai: Star Rail © HoYoverse
Relic stats are the core progression system that determines:
- Damage output
- Turn speed
- Survivability
There are two types:
- Main Stats → Fixed primary stat
- Sub Stats → Random rolls that scale over time
💡 Real Gameplay Insight
A character with optimized stats can outperform another with better relic sets but poor stat rolls.
⚙️ Main Stats Explained
🧠 How Main Stats Work
Each relic slot has a fixed or selectable main stat depending on its type.
📊 Best Main Stats by Slot
| Slot | Best Main Stats |
|---|---|
| Body | Crit Rate / Crit DMG |
| Feet | Speed |
| Sphere | Elemental DMG |
| Rope | Energy Regen |
💡 Key Insight
- Main stats define your build direction
- Wrong main stat = unusable relic
🔍 Sub Stats Explained
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Image: Honkai: Star Rail © HoYoverse
🧠 What Are Sub Stats?
Sub-stats are random attributes that upgrade every 3 levels.
📊 Best Sub Stats
| Tier | Stats |
|---|---|
| S Tier | Crit Rate, Crit DMG, Speed |
| A Tier | ATK%, Energy Regen |
| B Tier | HP%, DEF% |
💡 Key Insight
Sub-stats determine whether a relic is truly endgame viable.
🔥 Best Relic Stats for Each Role
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⚔️ DPS (Damage Dealers)
Priority:
- Crit Rate
- Crit DMG
- Speed
- ATK%
🧩 Support Characters
Priority:
- Speed
- Energy Regen
- HP / DEF
❤️ Healers / Sustain
Priority:
- HP%
- Energy Regen
- Healing Bonus
🔥 Relic Stat Priority Tier List
⭐ S Tier Stats
- Crit Rate
- Crit DMG
- Speed
⭐ A Tier Stats
- ATK%
- Energy Regen
⭐ B Tier Stats
- HP%
- DEF%
🚀 Advanced Optimization
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Image: Honkai: Star Rail © HoYoverse
Image: Honkai: Star Rail © HoYoverse
✔ Crit Ratio (Most Important)
Formula:
Crit Rate : Crit DMG = 1 : 2
📊 Practical Benchmarks
- Early game → 50 / 100
- Mid game → 60 / 120
- Late game → 70 / 140+
💡 Insight
Overstacking Crit DMG without Crit Rate reduces consistency.
For a deeper breakdown of how Speed thresholds, stat scaling, and relic optimization work at a system level, you can refer to the official Astral Express strategy guide.
✔ Speed Breakpoints
Common Breakpoints:
- 120 → baseline rotation
- 134 → extra turn cycle
- 143+ → advanced tuning
- 160 → high-speed builds
These stat targets matter most inside tuned lineups, so compare them with our [Team Building Guide].
💡 Insight
Supports should act before DPS to apply buffs first.
✔ Energy Regen Optimization
- Essential for Ultimate-based characters
- Combine Rope + sub-stats
- Enables faster rotations
✔ Real Gameplay Insight
Speed tuning your team often increases DPS more than stacking ATK%.
❌ Common Mistakes
❌ Wrong
- Ignoring Speed
- Overvaluing set bonuses
- Using wrong main stats
- Upgrading bad relics
✅ Correct
- Prioritize stat quality
- Optimize Speed & Crit
- Upgrade selectively
For farming order and when to delay relic grinding, read our [Farming Guide].
Since stat priorities, relic sets, and Speed tuning strategies may change with future patches, it’s recommended to stay updated through the official Honkai Star Rail news.
❓ FAQ
What are the best relic stats for DPS in Honkai Star Rail?
Crit Rate, Crit DMG, Speed, and ATK% are the most important.
How do relic stats work in Honkai Star Rail?
Relic stats consist of main stats and sub-stats that scale character performance.
What is the best Crit ratio in Honkai Star Rail?
The ideal ratio is 1:2 (Crit Rate to Crit DMG).
Is Speed important in Honkai Star Rail?
Yes, Speed determines turn order and overall DPS output.
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