How many entries are in "Best armor enchantments in Minecraft: full ranking"?

The ranking has 10 entries, from Protection IV in first place to Aqua Affinity I in last place.

Best Armor Enchantments in Minecraft, Ranked

Q: What is number one in "Best armor enchantments in Minecraft: full ranking"?

Protection IV takes first place with a score of 10/10. Reduces most types of damage by 16% per armor piece. A full set of Protection IV means 64% damage reduction. The most versatile defensive enchantment.

The ranking

Protection IV

10/10

Reduces most types of damage by 16% per armor piece. A full set of Protection IV means 64% damage reduction. The most versatile defensive enchantment.

Mending

9.8/10

Armor that lasts forever: XP restores its durability. A top priority on every armor piece.

Unbreaking III

9.5/10

Makes your armor wear out more slowly. Combined with Mending, it practically eliminates the need for anvil repairs.

Feather Falling IV

9.0/10

On boots, it cuts fall damage by 48%. A lifesaver in the End, in the mountains and when you build high up.

Respiration III

8.5/10

On a helmet, it gives you an extra 45 seconds underwater. Essential for exploring ocean monuments and ocean ruins.

Depth Strider III

8.3/10

On boots, it lets you move underwater at normal walking speed. A must for underwater exploration.

Swift Sneak III

8.0/10

On leggings, it lets you sneak at 75% of your walking speed. A rare enchantment from ancient cities that's invaluable when you build.

Soul Speed III

7.5/10

On boots, it lets you walk fast on soul sand. Niche, but a game changer in the Nether.

Thorns III

6.5/10

Deals damage back to attackers. The downside: it uses up durability faster, which isn't a problem with Mending and Unbreaking.

Aqua Affinity I

6.0/10

On a helmet, it gives you normal mining speed underwater. Niche, but essential for underwater building projects.

Methodology

The ranking weighs damage reduction, how situational each enchantment is, compatibility with other enchantments, how often you'll use it and its cost-benefit ratio. It assumes a complete set of netherite armor in the late game.

Summary

This ranking covers 10 entries in the General category. Protection IV takes first place with a score of 10/10, joined on the podium by Mending and Unbreaking III.

Keep in mind that rankings are subjective, even when they're based on data and testing. Your preferences, play style and hardware can all affect which entry works best for you. We encourage you to try out a few options from our list.

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