Navy comparison: 
China vs 
Pakistan
Ships by Category
🇨🇳 Chinaas of 2026
🇵🇰 Pakistanas of 2026
Overview
China's 1033-ship navy outnumbers Pakistan's 152 vessels (6.8:1 advantage). Of these, 1005 and 117 are in active service respectively.
The fleet breakdown includes 85 vs 13 submarines, 3 vs 0 aircraft carriers, 66 vs 0 destroyers, 59 vs 15 frigates, 50 vs 12 corvettes, 82 vs 0 amphibious ships, 94 vs 87 patrol boats, 0 vs 7 coastal boats, 37 vs 3 mine warfare ships, 34 vs 0 unmanned vessels (China vs Pakistan).
China's navy is officially the People's Liberation Army Navy, while Pakistan's is the Pakistan Navy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, China or Pakistan?
China has a larger navy with 1,033 ships compared to Pakistan's 152 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, China or Pakistan?
China operates more submarines with 85 compared to Pakistan's 13.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, China or Pakistan?
China has 3 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Pakistan's 0.
Which navy has more destroyers, China or Pakistan?
China operates 66 destroyers compared to Pakistan's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, China or Pakistan?
China operates 59 frigates compared to Pakistan's 15.
How do the China and Pakistan navies compare in size?
China's navy is 6.8 times larger than Pakistan's in terms of total ships (1,033 vs 152).