Ronaldo has scored more career goals (890 vs 645) and won more individual awards (5 Ballon d'Ors vs 2), while Lewandowski maintains superior goal efficiency with a 0.76 goals-per-game ratio compared to Ronaldo's 0.73, and has won more team trophies with Bayern Munich and Barcelona.
Cristiano Ronaldo vs Robert Lewandowski — Side-by-side comparison on A Versus B
Portuguese striker/winger with 890 career goals, 5 Ballon d'Or awards, and 32 major trophies
Polish striker with 645 career goals across Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona.
Career Goals Scored. Ballon d'Or Awards. Goals-Per-Game Ratio. Peak Season Goal Tally. UEFA Champions League Goals. International Goals. Career Longevity at Elite Level
Cristiano Ronaldo edges ahead as the more decorated and prolific goalscorer with 890 career goals and 5 Ballon d'Ors, demonstrating unmatched longevity and individual accolades across multiple elite clubs. Robert Lewandowski is the more efficient striker with a superior goals-per-game ratio (0.76 vs 0.73) and delivers superior peak-season performances, making him the choice for teams prioritizing consistent goal output per appearance. Choose Ronaldo if you value overall career legacy and individual awards; choose Lewandowski if you prioritize efficiency and consistency in front of goal.
Cristiano Ronaldo: 5 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 890 goals | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 187cm | Robert Lewandowski: 186
Cristiano Ronaldo: 616 games | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.67 goals/game | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.21 assists/game | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 187 cm | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 541 combined | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: ~90 assists | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 890+ goals | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 32 trophies | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: $50M | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 5 (targeting 6th in 2026) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 2008-2024 (16 years) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Champions League Different Opponents Scored Against
Cristiano Ronaldo: 38 | Robert Lewandowski: 39
Cristiano Ronaldo: 90 | Robert Lewandowski: 91
Cristiano Ronaldo: 88 | Robert Lewandowski: 90
Cristiano Ronaldo: 81 | Robert Lewandowski: 82
Cristiano Ronaldo: 79 | Robert Lewandowski: 81
Cristiano Ronaldo: Not specified | Robert Lewandowski: €23M
Cristiano Ronaldo: 85 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: €60M (estimated) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: Benchmark baseline (established standard) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 141 goals | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 850+ goals | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 51% | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 4 leagues | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 22 years (2002-2024) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.75 per match | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 32 goals/season | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 23 years (2003-2026) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 10.5% above xG | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 895+ | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: ~82cm | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 51 (2013-14) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 2 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.73 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 140 | Robert Lewandowski: 89
Cristiano Ronaldo: 34.9 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 8 seasons | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 450+ goals | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 273 assists | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 5 titles | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 19 years (2003-2022) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0 World Cups | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 196 appearances | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 5 awards | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 140 assists | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0 titles | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 18 years (2007-2025 peak) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 2 titles | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 32 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 2.1 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 82.3% | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: ~50% | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 20+ years (2003-2026) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 890 | Robert Lewandowski: 845
Cristiano Ronaldo: 6 consecutive seasons (2011-2016) | Robert Lewandowski: 8 consecutive seasons (2014-2021)
Cristiano Ronaldo: 15 titles | Robert Lewandowski: 8 titles
Cristiano Ronaldo: 73 goals (2011-12) | Robert Lewandowski: 55 goals (2019-20)
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.71 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 1,258 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 890+ goals in 1,101 matches | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Major Trophy Count (Club & International)
Cristiano Ronaldo: 120+ assists | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 15 selections (2007-2019) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 39 years | Robert Lewandowski: 37
Cristiano Ronaldo: 140 goals | Robert Lewandowski: 89 goals
Cristiano Ronaldo: 6 clubs | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.89 goals/game | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 5 appearances (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 32% (2007-2015) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 85% | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 10 (2008-2018) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.68 | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 8 goals (Al Nassr in Saudi league) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 20+ years (since 2003) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 215 caps | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 890 goals | Robert Lewandowski: 645 goals
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.73 | Robert Lewandowski: 0.76
Cristiano Ronaldo: 5 awards | Robert Lewandowski: 2 (2020, 2021)
Cristiano Ronaldo: 61 goals (2011-12) | Robert Lewandowski: 68 goals (2019-20)
Cristiano Ronaldo: 19+ years (2003-2026) | Robert Lewandowski: 18+ years (2008-2026)
Cristiano Ronaldo: 15 selections | Robert Lewandowski: 9 selections
Cristiano Ronaldo: 128 goals | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: ~140 assists | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 1 (2016) | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 34+ trophies | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
Cristiano Ronaldo: 128 goals (Portugal) | Robert Lewandowski: 76 goals (Poland)
Cristiano Ronaldo: 0.72 per match | Robert Lewandowski: N/A
How to choose between Cristiano Ronaldo and Robert Lewandowski
Compare Cristiano Ronaldo vs Robert Lewandowski
Cristiano Ronaldo vs Robert Lewandowski — Structured Comparison Data
Machine-readable comparison dataset for Cristiano Ronaldo vs Robert Lewandowski. Contains 102 attribute comparisons, 5 FAQ pairs.
Cristiano Ronaldo vs Robert Lewandowski — Attribute Category Vocabulary
Taxonomy of attribute categories used to classify comparison data for Cristiano Ronaldo vs Robert Lewandowski.
Who is the better goalscorer, Ronaldo or Lewandowski?
Ronaldo has scored more total goals (890 vs 645) and won more individual awards, but Lewandowski is more efficient with a 0.76 goals-per-game ratio versus Ronaldo's 0.73. The answer depends on whether you value raw volume or efficiency — Ronaldo for legacy, Lewandowski for consistency.
How many Ballon d'Or awards does each player have?
Cristiano Ronaldo has won 5 Ballon d'Ors (2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017), while Robert Lewandowski has won 2 (2020, 2021). Ronaldo's awards span a longer period, reflecting sustained excellence over two decades.
Cristiano Ronaldo leads significantly with 135 international goals for Portugal, compared to Robert Lewandowski's 76 goals for Poland. This 59-goal gap reflects both Ronaldo's longer international career and Portugal's higher-ranking opposition in qualifying campaigns.
Lewandowski's peak was the 2019-20 season with 68 goals across all competitions, while Ronaldo's peak was 2011-12 with 61 La Liga goals. Lewandowski's season edges higher in absolute terms, though Ronaldo's La Liga record in a single domestic league remains exceptional.
Cristiano Ronaldo dominates with 140 UEFA Champions League goals — the all-time competition record. Robert Lewandowski has 89 Champions League goals, 51 fewer than Ronaldo's record, primarily due to Ronaldo's longer tenure in the competition.
How to Choose Between Cristiano Ronaldo and Robert Lewandowski
Career Goals Scored: Cristiano Ronaldo has 890 goals, while Robert Lewandowski has 645 goals.
Ballon d'Or Awards: Cristiano Ronaldo has 5 awards (2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017), while Robert Lewandowski has 2 awards (2020, 2021).
Goals-Per-Game Ratio: Cristiano Ronaldo has 0.73 goals/game, while Robert Lewandowski has 0.76 goals/game.
Peak Season Goal Tally: Cristiano Ronaldo has 61 goals (2011-12 La Liga season), while Robert Lewandowski has 68 goals (2019-20 season across all competitions).
UEFA Champions League Goals: Cristiano Ronaldo has 140 goals, while Robert Lewandowski has 89 goals.
International Goals: Cristiano Ronaldo has 135 goals (Portugal), while Robert Lewandowski has 76 goals (Poland).
Consider: Career Longevity at Elite Level
Career Longevity at Elite Level: Cristiano Ronaldo has 19+ years (2003-2026) at top clubs, while Robert Lewandowski has 18+ years (2008-2026) at top clubs.