Dragon Ball Super: 6 Strongest Villains in the Story, Ranked

Dragon Ball Super has introduced some truly monstrous villains, each forcing Goku, Vegeta, and the other Z Fighters to push themselves further than ever before. From ancient magic users and vengeful warriors to upgraded versions of familiar enemies, Super‘s antagonists have repeatedly raised the bar for just how dangerous a threat can become.

But raw power isn’t always the whole story, especially when abilities, immortality, and sheer destructive potential come into play. With both the anime and manga offering plenty of terrifying opponents, it’s time to rank the six strongest villains in Dragon Ball Super.

TITLE	Dragon Ball Super
CREATOR	Akira Toriyama
IMDb RATING (as of September 5, 2026)	8.3/10
WHERE TO READ	Manga Plus, Viz Media
WHERE TO WATCH	Crunchyroll

6 Cell Max – The Monster Who Pushed Dragon Ball‘s Heroes to the Brink

Cell Max is technically an unfinished weapon, but that did little to make him less terrifying. The gigantic android overwhelmed Goten, Trunks, Android 18, Krillin, Gamma 1, Gamma 2, and Orange Piccolo before Gohan finally awakened Beast. Even then, Piccolo had to restrain Cell Max so Gohan could land the decisive Special Beam Cannon. The manga also establishes that Cell Max remained an enormous threat despite being activated prematurely. His devastating raw power earns him the final spot on this list.

5 Fused Zamasu – The Immortal God Who Threatened the Entire Future

Fused Zamasu was born when Goku Black and Future Zamasu used the Potara earrings, combining Black’s growing Saiyan power with Zamasu’s immortality. In the anime, the fusion overwhelmed Goku, Vegeta, and Future Trunks before becoming an even greater nightmare after the fusion destabilized. Zamasu’s immortality ultimately made defeating him impossible through conventional means. His existence spread across the future timeline until Future Zeno erased the entire timeline to end the threat. His absurd immortality and reality-threatening endgame secure fifth place.

4 Granolah – The Vengeful Warrior Who Briefly Surpassed the Saiyans

Granolah wasn’t a traditional villain, but he began his story as an antagonist driven by revenge against the Saiyans and Frieza. His wish to Toronbo temporarily made him the strongest warrior in the universe, at the cost of drastically shortening his lifespan. Granolah could battle Ultra Ego Vegeta and later clash with Gas after the Heeter received an even greater power boost. His incredible eyesight, precision, and Instant Transmission made him especially dangerous in combat. His brief status as Universe 7’s strongest puts him comfortably among Super’s elite antagonists.

3 Gas – The Heeter Who Became the Universe’s Strongest Warrior

Gas was already the Heeters’ deadliest fighter, but Elec’s wish turned him into the strongest warrior in Universe 7 at that moment. His power was enough to overwhelm Granolah, Perfected Ultra Instinct Goku, and Ultra Ego Vegeta, even when the two Saiyans fought him together. Gas could also create weapons and use abilities that made him incredibly difficult to handle. His body eventually deteriorated because the wish consumed his remaining lifespan, allowing Frieza to finish him. Only Black Frieza’s arrival keeps Gas from taking the top spot, while Moro’s greater overall arc gives him the edge here.

2 Moro – The Planet-Eating Villain Who Nearly Beat Ultra Instinct

Moro brought something different to Dragon Ball Super‘s villain lineup. Rather than simply overpowering everyone, the ancient prisoner could absorb life energy from planets and steadily grow stronger. After escaping Galactic Patrol Prison, he pushed Goku and Vegeta through several brutal encounters before eventually absorbing Seven-Three and later merging with the Earth itself. Even Ultra Instinct Goku needed a desperate final push to stop him. Moro’s combination of overwhelming power, magic, and energy absorption made him one of Super’s most dangerous threats. His sheer versatility and final battle with Goku earn him second place.

1 Black Frieza – The Cold-Blooded Emperor Who Surpassed Everyone

Frieza’s Black form is where the longtime tyrant finally reached a ridiculous new level. After discovering a Hyperbolic Time Chamber-like space on a conquered planet, Frieza trained for what amounted to 10 years before unveiling his transformation. He then killed Gas and casually knocked out both Ultra Instinct Goku and Ultra Ego Vegeta. Even after the Granolah arc, neither Saiyan has managed to close that gap. The manga has effectively positioned Black Frieza as the terrifying new ceiling among mortal villains. That overwhelming showing makes him the undisputed number one on this list.

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