This is the eternal Elden Ring debate. Both stats are viable, but they feel completely different. Strength favors slow, heavy-hitting weapons. Dexterity favors fast, precise weapons. Here's the honest breakdown.
Recommended Builds
#1: Giant Crusher (Strength)
Represents the Strength archetype: massive damage, stagger, and trading through poise.
Why it works: Strength builds deal the highest per-hit damage in the game. Colossal weapons stagger bosses for critical hits. The playstyle is patient and explosive — wait for an opening, then one-shot.
#2: Rivers of Blood (Dexterity)
Represents the Dexterity archetype: speed, bleed, and relentless pressure.
Why it works: Dexterity builds deal damage through rapid successive hits. Katanas and curved swords attack fast enough to punish small openings that Strength weapons miss. Bleed adds percentage damage.
#3: Powerstance Greatswords (Quality)
Quality builds split the difference with Strength and Dexterity equally.
Why it works: If you can't decide, Quality builds invest in both stats for maximum weapon variety. You can use almost any weapon effectively.