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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| Stat | Netherite Axe | Diamond Axe |
|---|---|---|
| Attack damage | 10 | 9 |
| Attack speed | 1/s | 1/s |
| DPS | 10 | 9 |
| Durability | 2,031 | 1,561 |
| Mining speed multiplier | 9× | 8× |
| Enchantability | 15 | 10 |
| Mining tier | Netherite | Diamond |
| Survives lava (as dropped item) | Yes | No |
| Crafted from | Netherite Ingot | Diamond |
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.