Yes, Goku could have killed Perfect Cell.
Based on available information, Goku, in his Super Saiyan form, was roughly equal in power to Perfect Cell. However, Goku possessed a significant advantage: he had trained extensively to the point where Super Saiyan required minimal strain, making it akin to his base form.
Here's why this is crucial:
- Kaioken Stacking: Goku could have combined the Kaioken technique with his Super Saiyan form. Because Super Saiyan had become like his base form in terms of strain, applying Kaioken wouldn’t add any more strain than it would in his actual base form. This combination would have drastically increased his power beyond Perfect Cell's capabilities.
| Factor | Description | Impact on Battle Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| SSJ Goku's Base Level | Super Saiyan form became low strain to Goku due to training | Allowed for further power multipliers without significant drawbacks |
| Kaioken | A power multiplier technique | Multiplied base power and enhanced attack/speed |
| Kaioken + SSJ | Combining both SSJ and Kaioken without significant strain. | Significantly surpassed Cell's power, leading to a win |
Therefore, with the added power from the Kaioken stacked on his Super Saiyan form, Goku would have possessed the necessary power to defeat and kill Perfect Cell.
