Top 10 Most Powerful Superheroes of All Time

These are not the best, but the ten most powerful superheroes.

The Top Ten

Superman

Superman is a fictional comic book character and arguably the first powerful superhero of the modern era. The character was created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, who were high school students in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1933. Superman first appeared in Action Comics #1, published by National... read more

Let me break this down. If Superman were to hit you with an Infinite Mass Punch, his strongest hit, nothing would be left but a crater. He can literally move worlds and once cupped a black hole in his hands. He has died and come back to life stronger. Additionally, he becomes a god (Superman Prime).
The big thing a lot of people don't understand is that Superman was born without limits under a yellow sun, and he doesn't have to recharge his solar batteries often. If he were to let go of his own mental blocks, he could (and eventually does) break down the gates of heaven itself.
Immensely powerful even before becoming a god, he becomes so powerful that he could survive the end of the multiverse to help The Presence (DC's representation of the true God) recreate it. If he can survive the end of reality and then shape and reform it to his will, what chance does anyone have to compare to his power?
Goku

Son Goku (Saiyan name Kakarrot) is the main protagonist of the Dragon Ball franchise created by Akira Toriyama in 1984. He possesses many powerful abilities, including super strength, ki control, flight, teleportation, super speed, enhanced reflexes, and Super Saiyan transformations that increase his... read more

No, this list isn't fair if Goku is on it. Is he even a superhero? Normally, I would say Thor or Superman, but not if Goku is around.
Superman can move planets? Well, Goku can destroy planets in seconds, if not one second. You say Superman is light speed? Goku can teleport, which is much faster than 999,999,999,999 miles per hour!
Thor may have an incredibly strong hammer, but even with all that magical power, it wouldn't make Goku flinch when getting hit - that is, if he could even touch Goku. If Thor is a god, then what is higher than a god? Because Goku fits that position well.
Goku is a nice guy, though. He wouldn't attempt to mindlessly kill anyone on this list. If anyone tried to kill Goku, they would essentially be digging their own grave.
Thor

Thor Odinson is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character, based on the Norse mythological deity of the same name, is the Asgardian god of thunder and possesses the enchanted hammer Mjolnir, which grants him the ability of flight and weather manipulation... read more

Thor is a god, not some alien from a red planet that was blown up. Every Kryptonian died from that explosion, all with the same powers as Superman. Do you think Thor would have died when Krypton was destroyed? Nope!
Thor has beaten Galactus, the destroyer of worlds. I'm pretty sure Superman would get owned by Galactus.
Thor is enchanted with magic. That is how he derives his immortality. His hammer is magical. Superman is as vulnerable to magic as he is to Kryptonite. Thor would win, no matter how invincible the writers choose to make Superman.
How many battles has Thor fought in over his lifetime? Thor is wise beyond Superman's years.

But seriously, come on. What the hell? Superman and Goku? Are people just voting for those they want to see win in a battle?
Thor has limitless power. He is immortal, can absorb all types of energy, and has many abilities. He doesn't have any weaknesses like Goku or Superman. Thor can absorb all the particles that a being is made of and can kill off immortal beings with his God Blast.
I'm not sure if there are any superheroes more powerful than him, but it certainly isn't Superman or Goku. I can confidently say, with all crucial facts at hand, that Thor would beat Silver Surfer, Superman, Goku, Hulk, etc.
He obviously wouldn't beat omnipotent beings such as TOAA (The One Above All), Living Tribunal, etc. But those guys aren't superheroes. They shouldn't count.
Coming from a comic book fan who knows this.
Hulk

Robert Bruce Banner, also known as The Hulk or Bruce Banner, is a fictional superhero in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was co-created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby. In live-action films, he was portrayed by Eric Bana, and in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he's... read more

Maybe in a fight to push each other out of the arena, Hulk would lose to some of the other heroes on this list. But in a fight to the death, nobody can beat the Hulk.
The angrier he gets, the stronger he gets, and there is no end to either. He has taken hits from gods, his healing factor is similar to that of Wolverine, and don't tell me he is not fast because he has fought against the likes of the Silver Surfer and Sentry, who can travel far faster than light, and he has still kept up.
He may not be the most consistent, but he can beat anyone on his day. When the Hulk is at his strongest, nobody can beat him. When he is at his angriest, he has defeated cosmic beings, taken on the entirety of the Avengers, and destroyed entire dimensions.
Silver Surfer

The Silver Surfer is a fictional superhero featured in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Born Norrin Radd, he gained his powers from Galactus and became the Silver Surfer through the Power Cosmic.
He made his first appearance in Fantastic Four #48 in 1966 and was created by Stan... read more

The only one who can take on Galactus (the most powerful being of all time in any comic universe) is the Silver Surfer. This is primarily because he was given powers from Galactus to do his bidding. It's a good thing the Silver Surfer realized what he was doing, turned to the hero side, and became the most powerful hero.
He can manipulate time, matter, and energy, has super-genius-level intellect, is 100% indestructible, can travel faster than light, and has several other powers I can't come up with off the top of my head. Goku couldn't hold a torch to his powers. Thor and Spider-Man are my favorites, but I can't deny the Silver Surfer's power. I'd have liked to see him and Thanos go head-to-head.
Green Lantern

Green Lantern is the name of several superheroes appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character first appeared in 1940, and the identity has been held by multiple individuals, including Hal Jordan, John Stewart, and Guy Gardner. Green Lanterns wield power rings that allow them... read more

Invisibility, impervious shield, can generate any object or form of radiation (including kryptonite). Can achieve time travel, travel through space, and jump almost instantaneously anywhere in the universe. Invincibility to intense temperatures, disease, and bacteria. Can distort parts of the body, for example, make the Flash's head so big he's top-heavy and can't move fast. The only weakness is the wearer of the ring itself. These powers are only as intense as the will of the wearer.

Green Lantern could just think of millions of pieces of kryptonite and kill Superman instantly. He could also take a bazooka and shoot him, and Superman would die! (This doesn't mean I hate Superman.) However, the only weakness about him is that the ring's power runs out faster if he uses it too much.
Dr. Manhattan

Doctor Manhattan is a fictional character who appears in American comic books published by DC Comics. He debuted in the graphic novel miniseries Watchmen, published in 1986 and 1987. Doctor Manhattan was created by writer Alan Moore and artist Dave Gibbons, and he is known for his near-omnipotent powers... read more

Dr. Manhattan can destroy anything with his ability to separate matter. He can make whole planets vanish if he wants. He also has no compassion, which means he can kill entire races without batting an eye. He can create multiple duplicates of himself and even bring himself back to life.
He does not understand feelings, so he cannot create emotional bonds that could possibly be used against him. In Watchmen, he is shown having a partner that he loves, but she is just an acquaintance. He cannot feel love, hate, or happiness. He may seem to be in a form of hell, but he is oblivious to it and is simply fascinated with matter.
He can see into his future, making him able to change it however he pleases, and he can also see his past. He is indestructible with limitless power and has the ability to do as he pleases. He is the best superhero in creation and should be more widely known. He cannot be any lower than the top two in my eyes. To me, he is the top superhero.
Flash

The Flash is the name of several superheroes featured in American comic books published by DC Comics. The most well-known version, Barry Allen, first appeared in Showcase #4 in October 1956 and was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. The character's primary power is super speed, achieved... read more

Barry Allen as The Flash should be ranked #1 in any list involving the most powerful beings. Not only does he have super-speed, but once he reaches terminal velocity, he has shown other incredible powers.
During an attempt to measure his top speed, he strained every muscle in his body to run at about 10 Roemers, which is 10 times the speed of light. It's not just his running that is fast, but everything about him. His hand-eye coordination is second to none, and his reaction time is so quick that it allows him to process information fast enough that, to him, running at many times the speed of light feels slow. Not only this, but he is also immune to any form of telepathy due to his thoughts racing at such speed that they cannot be controlled. In fact, his mind is so fast that, when he taps into the Speed Force, he can see and weigh every possible outcome in a situation to decide on the best course of action.
In addition to running and thinking fast, Flash is also one of the only beings able to control every molecule in his body. This gives him the ability to vibrate so fast that light cannot make contact with him, making him impossible to see with the naked eye. He can also control the frequency at which he vibrates to such a degree that he can make his molecules collide with the molecules of anything he touches, causing it to explode, or simply pass through it, giving him the ability to phase through solid matter. When he vibrates at speeds exceeding the speed of light, he can rip holes in space and time, allowing him to travel through different dimensions.... read more
Batman

Batman, also known as Bruce Wayne, is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by artist Bob Kane and writer Bill Finger, and first appeared in Detective Comics #27 in 1939. On film, Batman has been portrayed by Lewis Wilson, Robert Lowery... read more

Batman can outsmart everyone on this list. The only challenge for brains would be Iron Man. Hulk, Goku, and Thor are absolute buffoons. Those three have barely enough wit to outsmart a nail, so instead of outsmarting the nail and hurting their pebble-sized brains of theirs, they would rather just smash the nail. Iron Man's only skill in fighting is hitting and those repulsor blasts. All Batman would have to do is grab a couple of those sticky spheres that disable any technology (mentioned by the people of ScrewAttack), and Batman's only challenge might be the Silver Surfer because of what he is made of.
And seriously, Goku? Are you kidding me? Wow. I'm sorry, but I live in America, where a superhero is defined as badass. And also I apologize again, but you are not a superhero if you are not 1) from Marvel or DC Comics, or 2) something that people in America give a damn about. And if you don't agree, you can kiss both sides of my American ass. And that's final.
Gogeta

Gogeta is a fictional character from the Dragon Ball franchise. He is the result of Goku and Vegeta performing the Fusion Dance, which combines their powers into a single warrior. Gogeta appears in Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball GT, and Dragon Ball Super.... read more

Let's be honest here, Gogeta is immensely strong. No one can beat him at all. Not even Saitama and Superman together should be able to beat this monster. It's a combination of Vegeta and Goku, and as we all know, they both can go Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan in the series right now.
Heck, even Goku can unleash his Kaio-Ken x10 power while going SSJSS. I really think that would make them invincible, to be honest. Last time they did the fusion, they didn't even have Super Saiyan 3. Imagine how powerful they would be right now. They could blow up anything, really, anything.
There's no doubt this Saiyan beast should be at the number one spot, after all. Superman is strong, but to be honest, I really don't think Superman is going to be able to land a single punch on Gogeta. After all, I don't think Superman could even take Gogeta Super Saiyan 3. To all you Super-Fans out there, do your research and find out who Gogeta really is. After all, I think all of us Dragon Ball fans know who Superman is.

The Newcomers

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The Iron Giant

Yeah you wouldn't expect The Iron Giant to be a hero but he is. Even better than Superman, Goku, Flash etc. Not because of his strength, or his power. Simply because of his heart.
He's just a robot, he owes the people of Earth nothing and yet he saves them from their own mistake. He protects his best friend by sacrificing his own life.
(Plus, if we need to get on the power aspect the Iron Giant became an absolute war machine. In that mode we never saw his true potential. In the books he's also brave and cunning enough to defeat a giant space dragon that's larger than the moon)

This hunk of metal is the best superhero cause of his heart, and will bring his enemies to tears. Don't @ me.
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Asuna Yuuki

Asuna Yuuki is a fictional character in the Sword Art Online series of light novels written by Reki Kawahara. She is one of the main protagonists and the primary heroine of the series. Asuna is known for her strong combat abilities and her romantic relationship with the protagonist, Kirito.

"She's so powerful. The wife of Jesus-kun is almighty."

The Contenders

Jean Grey

Jean Elaine Grey-Summers is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character has been known under the aliases Marvel Girl, Phoenix, and Dark Phoenix. She is a founding member of the X-Men and one of the most powerful mutants in the Marvel Universe.

I believe she is, without a doubt, number 1 on this list. The quintessential supreme being, she can control anything and everyone without lifting a finger. Her powers are beyond comparison. The thought of the Phoenix's unlimited abilities is abnormally scary.

I don't even need to go into detail on Jean. She can use her mind for literally anything. She can fly, create force fields, and burn you. Oh, and if by some miracle she is killed, Jean will just resurrect.

Dark Phoenix should be above everyone on this list, except maybe Dr. Manhattan. I love Supes and Thor, but Jean could wink them out of the universe.
Vegeta

Vegeta is a fictional character from the anime series Dragon Ball Z, created by Akira Toriyama. He is the prince of the fallen Saiyan race and initially appears as an antagonist before becoming one of the series' main protagonists. Vegeta is known for his rivalry with Goku and his relentless drive to... read more

If Goku is first, then Vegeta should be second. It's pretty clear that Goku is stronger because he's the main character, and the plot has made him the superior warrior. However, Vegeta is just inches away from Goku's level.
If Goku were in second place, then Vegeta would deserve third. My point is, they are so close in power that it makes no sense for any other heroes to be ranked between them. No matter where Goku is placed, Vegeta should be right after him. He's the second strongest hero ever created, yet he's six spaces away from the strongest on this list?

Vegeta is always competing with Goku. Their Super Saiyan 2 forms are practically equal, and Vegeta can go Super Saiyan 4 in Dragon Ball GT. In Super Saiyan 4, he can destroy just about everything.
In Battle of Z, he was able to surpass Super Saiyan 3 and land a bunch of punches on Bills, the God of Destruction himself. If you want to watch it, just look up Vegeta vs Bills. Vegeta surpassed Super Saiyan 3 Goku and even Bills for a while. I'm not saying he's better than Goku, but he's definitely stronger, quicker, and more powerful than Thor, Superman, and the Hulk. If you agree with me, vote for Vegeta.
Captain Marvel

Captain Marvel is a fictional superhero who first appeared in American comic books published by Fawcett Comics, and is now published by DC Comics. He was originally known as Captain Marvel but is now commonly referred to as Shazam. The character was created by artist C. C. Beck and writer Bill Parker... read more

He is Shazam and has the power of six gods. Nothing else to say. He can surpass Superman because he has the wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Hercules, the stamina of Atlas, the power of Zeus twice over, the courage of Achilles, and the power of Zeus. They are all gods, so he is definitely more powerful than the heroes above (Iron Man, Batman, etc.). He has no weaknesses whatsoever in his Shazam form if he uses all of the abilities he has received from the gods.

This man should be above Superman. He is on par with Superman in everything but has the magic of the gods. Superman is vulnerable to magic and kryptonite. Shazam would honestly win, but the writers won't allow it because Superman is the poster boy for superheroes.
Iron Man

Iron Man is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by writer and editor Stan Lee, developed by scripter Larry Lieber, and designed by artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby. Iron Man first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39 in 1963.... read more

Iron Man's armor possesses standard powers that he continually upgrades. The more modern armors enable him to lift over 82 tons, though his Hulk Buster armors can lift over 200 tons. He can fly at supersonic speeds of over Mach 8 and hover in place. He also has remarkable durability and can withstand the force of a gamma bomb. Additionally, his armors feature powerful armor plating, which greatly increases durability.
Tony can generate weaponry on his gauntlets, shoulders, back, helmet, and legs. He can create force fields to protect allies and himself. Iron Man can control various forms of energy, ranging from kinetic to solar. Tony also possesses superhuman speed, made possible by jet-propelled roller skates.
Gohan

Son Gohan is a fictional character in the Dragon Ball manga series created by Akira Toriyama. He was introduced as the first son of Goku and Chi-Chi in chapter 196, titled Kakarrot, which was first published on October 8, 1988, in Weekly Shōnen Jump.... read more

Gohan is the strongest superhero, period. He never even reached his full potential, and if Chi-Chi hadn't made him become a scholar, he would have been twenty times stronger!
Even so, Gohan has the brains and power to defeat anyone.

He's actually the strongest and most powerful unfused Z Fighter by the end of DBZ.
He doesn't like fighting much due to his pacifist nature, but when he does to protect his family and friends, he's a total badass and is utterly awesome!

He may not be as strong as his dad yet, or a few other characters on this list, but Son Gohan should really be higher on the leaderboard.
Besides maybe Broly, he's got more potential than any other being in the known multiverse.
Sentry

Sentry is the strongest superhero by far. His powers derive from The One Above All himself, the most powerful entity in Marvel, and nothing in DC Comics comes close. He can unleash the power of "one million suns," although he always holds back his full potential unless forced to.
His one weakness is his mind. Robert Reynolds, his human identity, is schizophrenic and afraid of the world. Even when transformed into Sentry, he is not totally mentally stable, allowing him to be manipulated.

Sentry is superior to Superman in almost every way. He has the physical strength of one million exploding suns, which makes him stronger than the Hulk. He can also travel to the sun in seconds, making him far faster than light. Furthermore, he was able to beat Molecule Man at his own game, which is manipulating molecules. This alone is a very powerful ability.
Deadpool

Deadpool is a fictional antihero created by Marvel Comics. He first appeared in New Mutants #98, published in February 1991, and was created by Rob Liefeld and Fabian Nicieza. His powers include accelerated healing and enhanced physical abilities. He is widely recognized for his humor and frequent breaking... read more

He's been cursed to never be able to die by Thanos, on top of his super-fast healing factor that tops all other Weapon X people. But what really gives him the edge above all others on this list is his crazy ideas. Where Batman and Dr. Manhattan have brains and genius intelligence, Deadpool has genius insanity.
With his crazy ideas and reality manipulation, he can come up with the most inventive ways to do anything. As long as he has an ounce of motivation to do something, he can make it happen. With his magic satchel (a term for where characters can pull stuff out of nowhere, mostly seen in cartoons like SpongeBob and such), he can literally do the impossible simply because people deem it impossible.
Ghost Rider

Ghost Rider is the name of several fictional supernatural antiheroes appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is known for his fiery skull and motorcycle. Over the years, multiple individuals have assumed the Ghost Rider identity, including Johnny Blaze and Robbie Reyes... read more

The Ghost Rider represents God's wrath given form and can only be permanently destroyed by Him should a Rider go rogue. Johnny Blaze is the most famous character to hold the mantle of the Spirit of Vengeance. He sold his soul to the Hell-lord Mephisto to cure his father of cancer, but was betrayed as his dad died anyway. He becomes bonded to the fallen angel, Zarathos. Zarathos was the Angel of Justice who was dragged to hell and driven insane during his imprisonment. He was forced to learn of all the sins of humanity, causing him to fall and become a demon, the Spirit of Vengeance.
As the Spirit of Vengeance, Zarathos is obsessed with punishing the wicked and will stop at nothing to damn those who are guilty. The Ghost Rider possesses a lot of powers - too many for me to list here. All you need to know is that Ghost Rider was created to keep the forces of Hell at bay and punish the many sinners of humanity who have spilled innocent blood. To be a pain in the Devil's backside, you'd have to be very powerful, and the Rider is the strongest.
Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman is a fictional superhero created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter, appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character is a founding member of the Justice League, a goddess, and Ambassador-at-Large of the Amazon people. In her homeland, the island nation... read more

When the world is in trouble, Wonder Woman is one of the first on the scene. She is a warrior who is just, not a psycho. I would prefer Wonder Woman, confident that things will be set right.

Wonder Woman is the best. I once watched a cartoon where Wonder Woman defeated four strong women. So, I think Wonder Woman should be considered the third strongest hero.

She is a goddess and has beaten Superman, Hercules, and Thor in the crossover comic. If she can beat them, that means she can also take out The Hulk.
Saitama

Saitama is the main protagonist of the webcomic and anime series One Punch Man. Known for his ability to defeat any opponent with a single punch, he struggles with boredom due to his overwhelming strength. He is registered with the Hero Association as a C-Class hero and is responsible for protecting... read more

He's strong, but characters like Superman and Flash would defeat him. I will explain: one punch is what it would take to defeat somebody, but not Superman, especially not if he has the power of the sun with him. He would definitely not be able to land a punch on Superman or Flash because of their amazing speed stats. Superman would defeat Saitama.
Green Lantern would probably just trap him in a shield box and throw him into space, making sure he stays up there. Saitama may be powerful, but he's no Superman.

This is a really interesting character to try and rank. Saitama definitely deserves a place on this list, but we have never really seen his full potential.
Even so, I can still list a handful of people who can beat him (not including tier 0 characters). This doesn't change the fact that he's killed extremely powerful characters with a single punch.
Doctor Strange

Doctor Stephen Vincent Strange, best known under his alias Doctor Strange, is a fictional superhero created by artist Steve Ditko and writer Stan Lee, appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Doctor Strange serves as the Sorcerer Supreme, Earth's primary protector against magical... read more

He is said to be by far the most powerful humanoid in the universe. He can destroy mountains or entire planets with a simple energy blast. He's even destroyed an entire dimension. He can hold a planet together and has control over time. He once froze an entire planet in time and can reverse time or move someone forward, like when he turned a young Ancient One (conjured by Eternity) into an old man.
He has defeated the likes of Death herself and the reality-destroying Shuma-Gorath in his own dimension. He can call upon some of the most powerful beings in existence for a power boost or can outright absorb or steal power from others, including cosmic entities. His magic has virtually no limits.
Then there's black magic, which he rarely used prior to becoming Sorcerer Supreme and gave up using entirely after defeating Shuma-Gorath. He gave it up because of how destructive and corrupting it was. If he went into battles with the intent to kill, he'd be unstoppable. However, that isn't who he is. He holds back and would rather risk his life than take the alternative. That's pretty much the reason for any losses to other heroes or villains.
Wolverine

Wolverine is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, commonly associated with the X-Men. His powers and abilities include an accelerated healing factor, enhanced senses, and his signature adamantium claws and skeleton.... read more

Wolverine has an innate ability to heal from almost anything, and he also has superb martial arts skills which allow him to take down his enemies with ease. He has adamantium claws that can cut through anything, even Hulk's skin. He also has limitless strength thanks to his adamantium bones.

He is not as strong as Goku or Superman, but he is very powerful. He has healing powers, which makes him immortal. Other superheroes may die, but he will live forever. Even Thor has a lifespan of 5,000 years. He deserves to be in the top 10.
Spider-man

Spider-Man is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, set within its shared universe. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko and first appeared in the anthology comic book Amazing Fantasy #15 (August 1962) during the... read more

I think Spider-Man is the most powerful superhero. Sure, he might not have Superman's powers, but Spider-Man is strong in his own way. For example, he's very smart! If he's in a tough situation, he always figures a way out.
Spider-Man also has enhanced strength. He can pick up cars and climb buildings! He can even kick a lizard in the face. Additionally, Spider-Man has Spidey senses, which allow him to sense when danger is coming his way. He usually dodges everything.
While Superman can fly, sometimes strength comes from the person, not their superpowers, and I think Spider-Man is the strongest of them all.

I know he's the strongest. He has his own tricks that get things done. In Infinity War, it was only Spider-Man whose plan worked out in space. He always imparts lessons like With great power comes great responsibility, as well as all of Uncle Ben's preachings.
I saw the third part starring Tobey Maguire, where he fought three villains and took heavy punches. Come on, he's taught us so many things, even to Iron Man. Now, with more powerful suits, he's becoming even more powerful, like with that instant killing mode.
#spidermanisthebest
Captain America

Captain Steven Grant Rogers, better known as Steve Rogers or Captain America, is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is a World War II veteran and is often described as the first superhero within the Marvel Universe. The character was created by Joe... read more

Captain America is one of the most humble superheroes out there! He is the real definition of a hero. He has patriotism and class. He is the most realistic because, I mean, have you seen Chris Evans? He's pretty much already Captain America. It's not strength that makes Captain America. It's spirit.

He is the definition of a true hero! Unlike the majority of people on this list, Captain America wasn't born with his amazing gift. Instead, it was given to him because of his beliefs and values. Not only does he excel in personal traits, but he has also gone head-to-head with the Hulk and Thor.
Martian Manhunter

The Martian Manhunter is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by writer Joseph Samachson and designed by artist Joe Certa, the character first appeared in the story "The Manhunter from Mars" in Detective Comics #225.... read more

How in the world is Goku number one and Superman second? Martian Manhunter can actually kill anyone with his mind, including Superman. Plus, he can just shapeshift and defeat Goku. Superman would be easily killed by MM.
A battle between Silver Surfer and Dr. Manhattan would be tough, but guess what? MM would win because he overcame his weakness to fire and now has no weaknesses. Plus, he can just read their minds, find out their weaknesses, and then defeat them. MM is the best.

Manhunter has so many powers that he probably could inflict the weakness of any superhero, since he has that power. He could defeat Hulk and Superman with telekinesis and psionic blasts. I'm pretty sure his strength rivals Thor's too. If he took away Thor's hammer, he would defeat him. Surfer would lose to him, but it would be a close fight.