US 5th-gen air superiority fighter, world's most advanced
Absolute air dominance and stealth superiority
Russia's 5th-gen stealth fighter by Sukhoi
Russian air force air superiority and interception
The F-22 Raptor is the world's best air superiority fighter with unmatched stealth, supercruise, and a flawless combat-readiness record. The Su-57 Felon is Russia's 5th-gen answer with superior raw speed and supermaneuverability but only ~30 produced and inferior stealth. The F-22 wins decisively in any realistic engagement scenario.
The F-22 dominates in stealth, sensor fusion, and combat readiness. The Su-57 has impressive flight performance on paper but lacks production numbers, proven stealth, and real combat experience. The F-22 remains the world's most feared air superiority fighter.
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Absolute air dominance and stealth superiority
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| Metric | F-22 Raptor | Su-57 Felon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Speed(Mach) | Mach 2.25 | Mach 2.0 | +13% |
| Supercruise Speed(Mach) | Mach 1.82 | Mach 1.6 (claimed) | +14% |
| Combat Radius(km) | 760 km | 1,500 km (claimed) |
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Choose Su-57 Felon if
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| -49% |
| Ferry Range(km) | 2,960 km | 3,500 km | -15% |
| Max Weapons Payload(kg) | ~2,270 kg (internal) | ~4,000 kg (internal) | -43% |
| Units Produced | 187 | ~30 | +523% |
| Unit Cost(USD) | $150M+ | $35-50M (est.) | +257% |
| Service Ceiling(ft) | 65,000 ft | 66,000 ft | -2% |
| Crew | 1 | 1 | — |
All figures sourced from publicly available data. Last updated May 2026.
F-22 Raptor
0.0001 m² (superior)🏆
Su-57 Felon
0.1-1 m² (estimated)
F-22 Raptor
Mach 2.25🏆
Su-57 Felon
Mach 2.0
F-22 Raptor
Mach 1.82🏆
Su-57 Felon
Mach 1.6 (claimed)
F-22 Raptor
2,960 km
Su-57 Felon
3,500 km🏆
F-22 Raptor
187🏆
Su-57 Felon
~30
F-22 Raptor
$150M+
Su-57 Felon
$35-50M (estimated)🏆
F-22 Raptor
2D (pitch only)
Su-57 Felon
3D (pitch + yaw)🏆
F-22 Raptor
2005🏆
Su-57 Felon
2020
Almost certainly yes. The F-22's stealth advantage means it would detect and engage the Su-57 long before visual range. Even in a close-range dogfight, the F-22's thrust-to-weight ratio and pilot training give it the edge. The Su-57's 3D thrust vectoring is impressive but hasn't been proven against a peer opponent.
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| Attribute | F-22 Raptor | Su-57 Felon |
|---|---|---|
| Radar Cross Section | 0.0001 m² | 0.1-1 m² (estimated) |
| Top Speed(Mach) | Mach 2.25 | Mach 2.0 |
| Supercruise Speed(Mach) | Mach 1.82 | Mach 1.6 (claimed) |
| Service Ceiling(ft) | 65,000 ft | 66,000 ft |
| Combat Radius(km) | 760 km | 1,500 km (claimed) |
| Ferry Range(km) | 2,960 km | 3,500 km |
| Max Weapons Payload(kg) | ~2,270 kg (internal) | ~4,000 kg (internal) |
| Units Produced | 187 | ~30 |
| Unit Cost(USD) | $150M+ | $35-50M (est.) |
| Crew | 1 | 1 |
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