How Much ATK Should Bennett Have? A Comprehensive Guide
The question of how much ATK (Attack) Bennett needs in Genshin Impact is complex, as his role shifts between support, healer, and sub-DPS. Unlike many characters who rely on their total ATK for damage scaling, Bennett’s ATK buff is solely based on his Base ATK, which comes from his character level and the weapon he wields. This distinction is crucial when optimizing his build. So, the straightforward answer is: you shouldn’t focus on stacking Attack% on his artifacts at all. Instead, prioritize other stats like Energy Recharge and HP (if needed for healing). The Base ATK that determines the effectiveness of Bennett’s ATK buff is the most important aspect.
Understanding Bennett’s Kit and Base ATK
Before diving into specifics, let’s revisit Bennett’s core mechanics. His Elemental Burst, Fantastic Voyage, is what makes him an exceptional support. This ability creates a field that heals characters within it (up to 70% HP), and grants an ATK Bonus to any character within the field whose HP is higher than 70%. This ATK Bonus scales purely off Bennett’s Base ATK, which, again, comes from his level and equipped weapon, not his total ATK including artifact bonuses.
Therefore, you want to maximize his Base ATK by leveling him up and giving him a weapon with high Base ATK. Aiming for a weapon with 550 Base ATK or more is generally recommended. Weapons that provide Energy Recharge are also valuable, but a high Base ATK should be the primary focus.
Artifact Priorities: Ditching the ATK%
Since Bennett’s ATK buff doesn’t benefit from ATK% on artifacts, you should largely ignore this stat as a priority. Instead, consider the following:
Main Stats:
- Flower: HP (always a fixed stat)
- Plume: ATK (always a fixed stat)
- Sands: Energy Recharge (ER) is generally the best option for most builds. If playing a Pure Pyro composition or if your ER needs are already met, you can opt for ATK% Sands.
- Goblet: HP%, if you’re focusing on healing; Pyro Damage Bonus, if you’re focusing on sub-DPS; or ATK% for pure buffing.
- Circlet: Healing Bonus, for a dedicated healer; Crit Rate/Crit Damage, if going for sub-DPS.
Secondary Stats:
- Energy Recharge
- HP%
- Crit Rate/Crit Damage (if focusing on sub-DPS)
- Elemental Mastery (for reactions).
Artifact Sets:
The 4-piece Noblesse Oblige set is almost universally considered the best choice for Bennett, providing an ATK boost to the whole team when using his burst.
The Role of Base ATK
To reiterate, Bennett’s ATK buff is not affected by the ATK stat that shows on his character screen. This number is his total attack, which includes the Base ATK from level and weapon, and any bonus attack from artifacts and other effects. Only the Base ATK is relevant for his buff calculations. Thus, stacking a lot of attack on your artifacts is not the way to go.
Weapon Choice: Maximizing Base ATK
Choosing the right weapon is paramount for Bennett. High Base ATK weapons are key for maximizing his buff potential. Here are some great choices:
- 5-Star Weapons:
- Aquila Favonia and Mistsplitter Reforged are top-tier choices. They provide high Base ATK, with the former having Physical Damage as a secondary stat (but not relevant) and the latter having Crit Damage, thus still valuable.
- Skyward Blade is also a good option, providing Energy Recharge, which is crucial for Bennett.
- 4-Star Weapons:
- The Amenoma Kageuchi provides high Base ATK with a high energy recharge option and is easy to forge.
- The Favonius Sword is excellent for battery purposes thanks to its Energy Recharge and passive.
- The Festering Desire, if you have it, is also great thanks to its secondary stat of Energy Recharge.
Conclusion: Base ATK Matters Most
Ultimately, the answer to how much ATK Bennett needs is not about stacking ATK% on artifacts, but about maximizing his Base ATK. Focus on leveling him up, equipping a high Base ATK weapon, and prioritizing Energy Recharge and HP (if needed) on artifacts. This approach ensures that your Bennett provides the most potent ATK buff for your team.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 15 frequently asked questions about Bennett’s ATK and build:
1. Does Bennett’s ATK scale with his own attack stats?
No, Bennett’s ATK buff scales exclusively with his Base ATK, derived from his character level and weapon. The total ATK stat displayed on his character screen doesn’t matter for his buff.
2. Why isn’t ATK% on artifacts good for Bennett?
Because the attack boost from his burst is based on his Base ATK. Artifacts with ATK% main stats or substats do not affect the strength of his buff.
3. Should I prioritize Energy Recharge (ER) on Bennett?
Yes, Energy Recharge is crucial to ensure Bennett can consistently use his Elemental Burst. An ER Sands is often recommended, and look for it as a substat on other pieces.
4. Is Bennett good at C0?
Absolutely, Bennett is a powerhouse at C0. His Constellations are great, but C0 is already highly effective and has enough healing capabilities.
5. Is C6 Bennett bad?
C6 Bennett is niche, infusing melee characters’ weapons with Pyro, which can hinder certain elemental reactions, such as in the “National Team” Composition.
6. What is the best artifact set for Bennett?
The 4-piece Noblesse Oblige set is generally the best option for Bennett, providing a team-wide ATK boost.
7. What are good weapon options for Bennett?
High Base ATK weapons such as Aquila Favonia, Mistsplitter Reforged, Skyward Blade, Amenoma Kageuchi and Favonius Sword are good choices.
8. Does Bennett’s healing scale off of his HP?
Yes, Bennett’s healing scales off his Max HP. However, if he’s at C1 or above, the character will likely heal past the 70% threshold which is required for the buff.
9. Should I use an ER or ATK% Sands for Bennett?
Generally, ER Sands is preferred, unless your Energy Recharge needs are already met.
10. How much Base ATK should Bennett have?
Aim for at least 550 Base ATK or more on his weapon, maximizing it through weapon and character level.
11. Does Bennett need crit rate or crit damage?
If you’re building him as a sub-DPS, Crit Rate and Crit Damage are helpful, but for a pure support role, they are not as important as ER.
12. Is it worth leveling Bennett to 90?
Leveling to 80 is enough, as the stat increase from 80 to 90 is minimal. It is not needed for his attack boost or healing.
13. Who does C6 Bennett not affect?
C6 Bennett does not benefit non-Pyro melee characters and certain Pyro catalyst users such as Yanfei. It can limit reactions, like in the National Team build.
14. Does Bennett’s C2 improve his gameplay?
C2 Bennett gives him a 30% ER if his HP is below 70%, which is not that important as he often heals above the 70% mark, thus, rendering the C2 passive ineffective.
15. Can Bennett heal to full HP?
Bennett’s Burst heals up to 70% HP per tick, but it can heal past 70% if he ticks multiple times when at a lower percentage, making the 70% a soft cap.