Warframe: 17 Best Amps, Ranked (2024)

Warframe has tons of different weapons and 'frames for players to use, leading to a mechanic and combat system that is diverse and accessible to most people. Over time, the game has seen updates that have brought in new ways to make Warframes stronger and more competitive in the PVP mode.

Amps are special weapons that can be used to enhance the combat capability of the Warframe they're equipped to. They have three components: the Prism, Scaffold, and Brace. When these are created, Warframe players can name their amps and even customize their colors and features. Some amps are better than others, but all of them are worth equipping to make Warframes stronger than ever.

Updated on June 8, 2024, by Rhenn Taguiam: With Warframe teasing its Jade Shadows update for its June 2024 release, fans of the Tenno and their adventures in the Origin System might be eager to figure out just what the Stalker’s true intentions are. Not only that, but the arrival of the angelic 57th Warframe Jade can have players excited to once again step into the shoes of their favorite Warframe and even equip them with items such as Amps to stand a better chance against the game’s tougher foes. However, for fans who want to maximize their Amp’s potential, they may need to equip them with the right setups - some of which include boosting the weapon’s Critical Chance and even ensuring that attacks bounce off enemies.

17 527

Efficiently Take Out Sentients Without Letting Them Retaliate

Players enjoying their Warframe gameplay know they don’t always get to encounter Sentients, but their adaptive nature makes them extremely annoying for warriors who fight with certain status types. With the 527: Anti-Sentinel kit, players can outpace Sentients in their resistance adaptability by gunning them faster than they can counter.

The main part of this Anti-Sentient Kit is the Cantic Prism and its three-shot burst capability, which at high levels can eliminate Sentients with ease. The next component is the semi-auto Shraksun Scaffold, whose explosive ordinances have AOE and can bypass status chances. Lastly, the Certus Brace boosts the critical chance of all the Amp’s firing modes.

16 111

Stop Enemies From Getting Near With High Burst Shot Damage

After players access their first Mote Amp, this 111: Beginner Repulsion Amp setup makes for an accessible newcomer kit when interacting with the Quills. The easy-build nature of the 1-1-1 kit extends to its ease of controls, offering a quick-shot main firing mode and a charged shot secondary mode. Despite its inclination to fit beginners, this 1-1-1 kit can help players last through the mid-game until gamers earn more components for a better build.

To acquire this Warframe setup, players can rely on the high-range and high-crit semi-auto Raplak Prism paired with the charged single-shot capabilities of the Pencha Scaffold. Capping this kit is the Clapkra Brace, which can boost the max energy of the Amp by 40.

15 664

Secure Riven Mods Quickly For Profit

Players enjoying their Warframe combat who want to get as many Credits as possible can consider selling high-powered Riven Mods as an easy way to make a profit. But in order to get enough Riven Mods, players need to defeat Kuva Siphons located in Kuva Clouds. Theoretically, all Amps can help players push through their Kuva pursuits, but the Riven Cash Flow boosts the player’s defenses when facing more powerful Kuva Guardians and Kuva Jesters that accompany Siphons.

Integral to this 664: Riven Cash Flow kit are the Lega Prism and Dissic Scaffold, both of which can dish out heavy AOE damage through beams and cluster bombs, respectively. Meanwhile, capping the kit is the Anspatha Brace that gives +20 Amp Max Energy and +15% Amp and Operator Energy Regeneration. When used correctly, the two weapons should be able to clear mobs fast enough before they get to overwhelm players with their numbers.

14 377

Achieve High Base Damage Numbers With Ease

Gamers who want to go all out in their Warframe gameplay may want a straightforward Amp that contributes to their overall DPS. This is what Raw Damage Numbers does, as this 377: Raw Damage Numbers kit capitalizes on crowd control and raw damage potential to increase the player’s damage output without making combat complicated.

Key to the setup is the Granmu Prism and Propa Scaffold, both grenades with large AOEs with a three-shot and single-shot component, respectively. Capping this setup is the Cetus Brace, which gives a 20% Critical Chance boost to both firing modes of the Amp. When used properly, the two weapons should provide a steady damage stream and leave it to the player’s Operator to inflict status effects.

13 332

Effective Alternative For Low-Level Eidolons

Those looking to take care of Vomvalysts with ease should consider checking out the 332: Solid Low-Level Eidolon Choice Amp combination. The Granmu Prism is ideal for making short work of waves of foes. It does less damage on impact but adds splash damage to the mix, allowing players to cleave through hordes so long as shots are semi-on-target. The Kelbrik Scaffold will help Warframe players completely decimate enemies thanks to its auto-targeting beam. It will even hit foes that are behind cover, and it manages to proc critical and status effects often.

This build is rounded out with the Juttni, which helps to reduce the AMP recharge delay (by 1 second). One second may not seem like a heavy boost, but dedicated players will likely see the difference.

12 112

A Great Early-Game Amp Kit While Players Are Improving Stats

A 112: For Very Early Players Amp combination is suited for very early-game players who want a refined version of the 1-1-1, the first amp combination offered in the game. To form the 1-1-2 amp combination, players will need to combine the components Raplak Prism, Pencha Scaffold, and Juttni Brace.

This amp combination combines semi-auto, long-range combat with a charged beam and -1 Amp Charge Delay. Players should look to change this option to a better amp combination as soon as possible; however, when not faced with many choices, the 1-1-2 will suffice, even on the most complicated Warframes in the game.

11 236

Secure Kuva Siphons Easier With This Straightforward Kit

Love it or hate it, one of the main mechanics in Warframe is grinding. Players who have made their way through the base game will find themselves grinding out materials to get stronger, and one of the more annoying materials to gather for some is Kuva. The 236: For Siphoning Kuva Amp combination makes it much easier to harvest these clouds, as they must be dashed through, void blasted, or struck with an Amp. By carrying the Shwaak Prism, Klebrik Scaffold, and Plaga Brace, players will be able to effortlessly strike these clouds when the time comes.

The Klebrik Scaffold will keep enemies at bay thanks to its auto-locking beam and the Shwaak Prism can unleash a short-range explosion. All of this is made better by a 1.5 second reduced recharge delay from the brace.

10 223

Hit Decent Damage At Mid-Range

A 223: For Mid-Range Players Amp combination can be a solid choice, particularly in the early to mid-stage of the game. While players should definitely look to update this when they can, it is still viable for a great deal of the starting stages of Warframe's Eidolon section.

To make this amp combination, players need the Shwaak Prism, Sharksun Scaffold, and the Lohrin Brace. This amp combination is useful for dealing Impact damage, making it effective against many of the bosses present on the Planes of Eidolon. The 2-2-3 is best when paired up with Warframe melee weapons that deal Impact damage, especially when using the Excalibur Warframe.

9 177

Perfect For Helping Solo Players Achieve High DPS

Warframe is best played with a group, in order to maximize effectiveness while still being able to acquire all of the available loot in a dungeon. However, if a player's only option is to run through dungeons solo, the 177: For Solo Players Desiring DPS combination is their best choice for securing a high Damage-Per-Second (DPS) output.

To form this amp, players must use the Raplak Prism, Propa Scaffold, and Certus Brace. Since playing solo can often be harder, especially on the more dangerous dungeons, players should use weapons with high damage output such as Warframe's best shotguns.

8 647

Perfect Mid-Range Mob Clearing

When it comes to creating solid Amp setups in Warframe gameplay, the 647: Mid-Ranged General Purpose Use is an example of the efficiency of the X47 setup. What this means is that the target-bouncing effect of the Phahd Scaffold and the extra 20% Amp Critical Chance from the Certus Brace already give players plenty of room to pulverize foes regardless of the range.

However, it’s this range where the Prism can change the entire dynamic of the player’s fighting style. 647 uses the Lega Prism, essentially allowing players to decimate battlefields with a mid-ranged stream that compensates for the rather shorter range of 7XX and the ultra long range of the 1XX.

7 777

Reliable Setup To Finish Bosses Fast With No Complicated Mix-Ups

The 777: For Clearing Bosses Quickly Amp combination is a solid one that tends to survive the wrath of any meta changes, being a viable choice throughout all of the changes to Warframe. To form this attachment, players should combine the Klamora Prism, Propa Scaffold, and Certus Bridge.

This amp combination is an easy start but can be ineffective against bosses with lots of limbs and damage points due to its short and narrow range. Players should pair this amp combination with a strong Warframe sniper rifle for the best results.

6 547

Perfect For General Plays When Used With Unairu

Players who want to create the most ideal Amp setup in their Warframe gameplay need to consider how helpful their build could get in most situations, and this is where the 547: Everyday Efficient Plays comes in. This setup takes advantage of the Cantic Prism as its quick and precise burst shots can damage enemies quickly, with the target-bouncing capabilities of the Phahd Scaffold allowing players to hit more enemies at a time. The Certus Brace is a nice touch for DPS with its +20% Amp Critical Chance.

At its core, this 547 layout is highly efficient for clearing waves and mobs, especially when used in tandem with the Unairu Focus. Unlocking Last Gasp will specifically make the 547 compatible with its self-revive gauge, as being able to take down enemies quickly for one’s Warframe to get back to the fight can be achieved much faster with this Amp’s multi-hit capabilities.

5 147

Take Care Of Threats From Afar

Given the nature of Amps as customizable Warframe weapons, players who want to enjoy their Warframe gameplay further may want to consider creating long-ranged setups to take care of threats before they even react to them. This is where 147: All-Around Lategame Play comes in, as the inclusion of the Raplak Prism and its long-distance accurate shots can pave the way for sniper builds.

Moreover, combining this with the +20% Amp Critical Chance of the Certus Brace on top of the target-bouncing capabilities of the Phahd Scaffold essentially allows shots to take care of retreating targets, distant threats, and dealing serviceable DPS without having to go up close.

4 737

A Solid Choice For Rolling Through General Missions

A lot of the Amps on this list focus on a specific type of farming or enemy, but there are a lot of missions in Warframe that are pretty general. Players will want to get their hands on an Amp-type that allows them to effortlessly flow through basic missions without much thought or preparation. The 737: Solid Choice Amp setup is good for this type of general play thanks to its combination of the Klamora Prism, the Klebrik Scaffold, and the Certus Brace.

The Certus Brace will help improve critical chance (by 20 percent), which will pair well with the auto-aiming beam of the Klebrik Scaffold and the wide beam from the Klamora Prism, which also comes equipped with a high critical chance.

3 774

An Alternative For Hitting High DPS Numbers

The 774: For The (Almost) Best DPS is one of the better amp combinations for giving Warframes high Damage-Per-Second (DPS) output. To form this amp, players must use the Klamora Prism, Propa Scaffold, and the Anspatha Brace.

This gives the user a short-ranged Void beam, a timed explosive to add to their arsenal, and a +20 AMP Energy Pool with a +15/s Energy Recharge Rate, allowing players to stay in their fight and make the most out of their amp. This is one of the best amp combinations out there, allowing players to succeed with any of the Tenet weapons on Warframe.

2 775

Ideal For Achieving High DPS Numbers

If players want to focus on the Damage-per-Second (DPS) output of their Warframe, then the 775: For The Best DPS Amp combination is the perfect choice. To form this amp, players should use the Klamora Prism, Propa Scaffold, and the Suo Brace.

This gives the player a +100 AMP Energy Pool and a +2 Amp Recharge Delay. It turns the Void beam into a short-range attack, and the Scaffold gives the player a timed explosive in their arsenal. This amp combination is the best choice, making the best Warframes even stronger.

1 747

Take Care Of Most Threats With A Straightforward Weapon

When it comes to efficient Amps in Warframe gameplay, the 747: Domination For Every Situation is a setup that fans can easily remember. At its core, the combination of the Klamora Prism and the Phahd Scaffold can provide players with powerful shots capable of devastating hordes by tearing through their shields. The Certus Brace increasing Amp Critical Chance is a must-have for most Amps in order to capitalize on damage.

This setup with the Warframe weapon should help players tackle most Eidolon shielding while also taking care of enemy waves in tougher endgame scenarios. Being able to obliterate enemy armor can make most encounters easier for players, making 747 an optimal choice.

Warframe

Platform(s)

PC , PS4 , PS5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series S , Xbox Series X , Switch

Released

March 25, 2013

Developer(s)

Digital Extremes

Genre(s)

Third-Person Shooter