Dragon Ball Super elevates power levels far beyond the standards set in Dragon Ball Z, where Saiyans who once threatened planets now train merely to stand near a God of Destruction. Beerus establishes this new benchmark, with every fighter measuring their strength against his destructive capabilities. In this era, raw training is insufficient; divine rank, godly techniques, and the authority to erase worlds determine who stands above the twelve universes.
Vegeta has transformed his stubborn pride into a source of god-level power. After Beerus easily defeated him in Battle of Gods, Vegeta trained under Whis, learning that his anger could fuel disciplined growth rather than just blind rivalry. In Resurrection 'F', he fought bravely as Super Saiyan Blue against Golden Frieza, though the tyrant's four months of training proved superior. Despite this loss, Vegeta remains far above almost any mortal not touched by the gods, constantly pushing to surpass Goku and even mentoring Cabba in Universe 6.
Golden Frieza represents the most shocking power spike in the first three sagas. Revived by Sorbet and Tagoma, he trained for only four months to unlock a form achieved entirely through effort without divine assistance. This transformation allowed him to challenge Super Saiyan Blue warriors, overpower Vegeta, and destroy Earth once, forcing Whis to rewind time. While Goku eventually defeated him with Super Saiyan Blue, Frieza's rebirth proved his relentless hunger for revenge made him a lethal threat above most mortals.
Goku masters godly power through pure instinct and adaptability. Through a ritual involving pure-hearted Saiyans, he achieved the Super Saiyan God form to face Beerus in Battle of Gods. Although he lost, his body reacting before his mind made him naturally dangerous. Under Whis's tutelage, Goku reached Super Saiyan Blue to defeat Frieza and later adapted quickly during the Universe 6 tournament. His tireless fighting spirit allows him to bridge the gap between mortals and beings far beyond their reach.
Champa rules Universe 6 as a God of Destruction, placing him far above any mortal fighter. As Beerus's twin brother, he possesses the real divine power to destroy planets with little effort and commands entire tournament teams. His rivalry with Beerus drives the Universe 6 arc, challenging the Saiyans for Earth and the Super Dragon Balls. While his temper can cause trouble, Champa remains above Goku in Blue, though he sits below Beerus due to his brother's sharper instincts and more refined fighting style.
Beerus holds the title of God of Destruction for Universe 7, placing him above every mortal fighter in the saga. He utilizes Hakai to erase planets and living beings, overcoming any level of endurance. In Battle of Gods, he defeated Super Saiyan God Goku despite the latter's best efforts and overpowered Vegeta, setting the standard both Saiyans strive to reach. Under Whis's guidance, Beerus developed martial arts expertise that matches his divine power, allowing him to remain at the top even after long periods of sleep.
Vados serves as the angel for Universe 6 and stands above every God of Destruction, including Champa and Beerus. As Whis's elder sister, she assists Champa by managing his temper and teaching martial arts, though she does not fight directly. Her presence alone commands respect, reminding all fighters that gods answer to someone stronger. Vados claims to be slightly stronger than Whis in terms of power, though definitive feats are scarce, her mystery ensures the strongest fighters remain cautious around her.
Whis stands above Beerus because angels possess greater power than Gods of Destruction. Serving as Beerus's martial arts teacher and attendant, Whis demonstrates extraordinary strength by rewinding time to restore Earth after Frieza destroyed it in Resurrection 'F'. This ability allows him to reverse losses that no other fighter can prevent. Additionally, Whis patiently teaches Goku and Vegeta to achieve Super Saiyan Blue, while Beerus surrenders to his orders, highlighting the angel's role as a superior judge of combat.
Sources: Comic Book Resources.