Comparison

Netherite Axe vs Diamond Axe

Minecraft 1.21.8. Java Edition values.

Verdict

Both axes have identical attack speed (1.0) but Netherite hits for 10 damage vs Diamond's 9 — that's a 10 DPS vs 9 DPS bump in PvP and PvE. Pair with Sharpness V and Critical Hits and the Netherite axe is the highest-DPS hand weapon in the game.

Side-by-side stats

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StatNetherite AxeDiamond Axe
Attack damage109
Attack speed1/s1/s
DPS109
Durability2,0311,561
Mining speed multiplier9×8×
Enchantability1510
Mining tierNetheriteDiamond
Survives lava (as dropped item)YesNo
Crafted fromNetherite IngotDiamond

When to pick each

Pick Netherite when…

You're in PvP or hunting bosses. Axe + Sharpness V + Strength II = one-shot kills on most mobs. The lava immunity is incidental but welcome.

Pick Diamond when…

You're mainly chopping wood, not fighting. The damage difference is invisible against trees and the durability difference (1,561 vs 2,031) won't matter for a casual woodcutter.

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FAQ

Is the Netherite Axe better than the Diamond Axe?
Both axes have identical attack speed (1.0) but Netherite hits for 10 damage vs Diamond's 9 — that's a 10 DPS vs 9 DPS bump in PvP and PvE. Pair with Sharpness V and Critical Hits and the Netherite axe is the highest-DPS hand weapon in the game.
How much damage does a Netherite Axe do?
10 attack damage with 1.0 attacks per second — 10 DPS at full charge. That's 1 more than a Diamond Axe (9 damage).
What's the durability of a Netherite Axe?
2,031 uses before it breaks. That's 470 more than a Diamond Axe (1,561 uses). Unbreaking III roughly multiplies durability by 4.
Should I upgrade from Diamond Axe to Netherite Axe?
You're in PvP or hunting bosses. Axe + Sharpness V + Strength II = one-shot kills on most mobs. The lava immunity is incidental but welcome. If those don't apply, you're mainly chopping wood, not fighting. the damage difference is invisible against trees and the durability difference (1,561 vs 2,031) won't matter for a casual woodcutter.