Geo/Cryo Character Comparison
Zhongli vs Layla
Zhongli provides the strongest shield in the game plus 20% universal RES shred. Layla provides a very strong shield with off-field Cryo application, making her better for Freeze and reaction teams.
VS
Zhongli
VS
Layla
Shield Strength
Zhongli
Layla
Strongest shield in the game (70% uptime)
✓ Zhongli
Very strong shield (100% uptime)
15s duration / 12s cooldown
— Even
12s duration / 12s cooldown
Team Buffs
Zhongli
Layla
20% universal RES shred (massive)
— Even
Cryo application for Freeze
Tenacity 4pc ATK buff
— Even
Tenacity 4pc ATK buff + Cryo resonance
Best Teams
Zhongli
Layla
Hu Tao, Xiao, Neuvillette, Itto
— Even
Ayaka Freeze, Wanderer, Eula
🎯 Verdict
Zhongli is the best shielder for most teams due to his RES shred. Use Layla when you need Cryo application (Freeze) or when Zhongli is needed on the other side of the Abyss.