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Navy comparison: Flag of China China vs Flag of Taiwan Taiwan

China's 1033-ship navy outnumbers Taiwan's 107 vessels (9.7:1 advantage). Of these, 1005 and 97 are in active service respectively.

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China Taiwan
Official name People's Liberation Army Navy Republic of China Navy
Total ships 1,033 (2026) 107 (2026)
Active ships 1,005 97
Naval ensign Ensign of China navy Ensign of Taiwan navy
Ship Categories Radar Comparison

Ships by Category

🇨🇳 Chinaas of 2026
  • Submarines 85
  • Aircraft carriers 3
  • Destroyers 66
  • Frigates 59
  • Corvettes 50
  • Patrol boats 94
  • Amphibious ships 82
  • Mine Warfare ships 37
  • Cargo ships 27
  • Support ships 442
  • Unmanned vessels 34
  • Other ships 54
🇹🇼 Taiwanas of 2026
  • Submarines 12
  • Destroyers 4
  • Frigates 21
  • Corvettes 8
  • Coastal boats 2
  • Patrol boats 37
  • Amphibious ships 8
  • Mine Warfare ships 10
  • Support ships 5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more naval ships, China or Taiwan?
China has a larger navy with 1,033 ships compared to Taiwan's 107 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, China or Taiwan?
China operates more submarines with 85 compared to Taiwan's 12.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, China or Taiwan?
China has 3 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Taiwan's 0.
Which navy has more destroyers, China or Taiwan?
China operates 66 destroyers compared to Taiwan's 4.
Which navy has more frigates, China or Taiwan?
China operates 59 frigates compared to Taiwan's 21.
How do the China and Taiwan navies compare in size?
China's navy is 9.7 times larger than Taiwan's in terms of total ships (1,033 vs 107).