EVE - Shield Booster Comparison Including Amplifiers
Comparison of various shield boosters in the game EVE Online, detailing their size, tech level, meta level, and healing amount per pulse.
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Dozens of shield boosters are compared here based on their healing capabilities, efficiency, and power requirements. In the category of "Most HP Healed per Pulse," the Capital Shield Booster I stands out with an impressive healing amount of 7,200 HP per pulse, while the Estamel's Modified X-Large Shield Booster follows closely with 840 HP. The Pith X-Type X-Large Shield Booster also matches this healing amount, showcasing the high-end capabilities of X-Large boosters. Other notable mentions include the Vepas' Modified X-Large Shield Booster with 780 HP and the Pith A-Type X-Large Shield Booster, which also offers 780 HP.
When considering "Most HP Healed per Second," the Capital Shield Booster I again leads with a remarkable 720 HP per second. The Estamel's Modified X-Large Shield Booster provides 210 HP per second, alongside the Pith X-Type X-Large Shield Booster, which also offers the same healing rate. The Vepas' Modified X-Large Shield Booster contributes 195 HP per second, while the Pith A-Type X-Large Shield Booster matches that figure. In the medium category, the Gistum A-Type Medium Shield Booster shines with 4.474 HP per second, followed by the Gistii A-Type Small Shield Booster at 4.385 HP per second.
In terms of efficiency measured as "Most Efficient HP Healed per GJ," the Capital Shield Booster I again leads the pack with an impressive efficiency of 24.000 HP per GJ. The Gistum A-Type Medium Shield Booster comes in strong, offering 4.474 HP per GJ, while the Gistii A-Type Small Shield Booster provides 4.385 HP per GJ. The Pith A-Type X-Large Shield Booster and the Vepas' Modified X-Large Shield Booster both maintain a solid efficiency of 3.800 HP per GJ.
Sorted by Type
The sorted data reveals a variety of shield boosters categorized by their type and efficiency. The Civilian Shield Booster, categorized as a T1 amplifier, offers a mere 2 HP per second but is notable for its low activation cost of 2 GJ. The Small Shield Booster I, also a T1 amplifier, provides 11.50 HP per second with an activation cost of 25 GJ, making it a more effective option for small ships.
In the T2 category, the Small Shield Booster II significantly boosts performance with 15 HP per second and an activation cost of 29 GJ. The Faction Domination Small Shield Booster matches this HP per second but operates at a slightly lower efficiency. The Deadspace Gistii A-Type Small Shield Booster stands out with an impressive 28.50 HP per second and a relatively low activation cost of 21 GJ, showcasing its efficiency.
Among medium-sized boosters, the Medium Shield Booster I provides 22.67 HP per second at an activation cost of 50 GJ, while the Medium Shield Booster II, a T2 option, offers a notable increase to 30 HP per second for the same activation cost. The Deadspace Gistum A-Type Medium Shield Booster excels in this category, delivering 56.67 HP per second with an activation cost of 43 GJ, demonstrating its efficiency and high performance.
Sorted by HP per Pulse
When sorted by HP per pulse, the Capital Shield Booster I again dominates with its massive 7,200 HP. The next highest is the Estamel's Modified X-Large Shield Booster at 840 HP per pulse, followed closely by the Pith X-Type X-Large Shield Booster, which matches that figure. The Vepas' Modified X-Large Shield Booster and the Pith A-Type X-Large Shield Booster both deliver 780 HP per pulse, showcasing the strength of these high-tier boosters.
In the medium category, the Gistum A-Type Medium Shield Booster provides 28.50 HP per pulse, while the Gistii A-Type Small Shield Booster offers 20.50 HP per pulse. The Pithi A-Type Small Shield Booster excels with 38 HP per pulse, indicating its efficiency in smaller vessels.
Sorted by HP per Second
In the "Sorted by HP per Second" section, the Capital Shield Booster I again leads with 720 HP per second. The Estamel's Modified X-Large Shield Booster and Pith X-Type X-Large Shield Booster both deliver 210 HP per second. The Vepas' Modified X-Large Shield Booster and Pith A-Type X-Large Shield Booster follow closely with 195 HP per second.
Among the medium boosters, the Gistum A-Type Medium Shield Booster shines with 56.67 HP per second, while the Pithum A-Type Medium Shield Booster provides 76 HP per second, showcasing the high performance of these boosters in their respective categories.
Sorted by Efficiency per GJ
Lastly, when sorted by efficiency per GJ, the Capital Shield Booster I retains its top position with an efficiency of 24.000 HP per GJ. The Gistum A-Type Medium Shield Booster follows with 4.474 HP per GJ, while the Gistii A-Type Small Shield Booster offers 4.385 HP per GJ. The efficiency of the Pith A-Type X-Large Shield Booster and the Vepas' Modified X-Large Shield Booster is also commendable, both providing 3.800 HP per GJ, making them solid choices for pilots seeking effective shield management.