The answer is no, generally Krillin is considered stronger than Goten.
While Goten possesses the potential to become incredibly powerful due to his Saiyan heritage and ability to transform into a Super Saiyan, Krillin's years of dedicated training and mastery of ki control give him the edge in terms of current strength and fighting ability.
Factors to Consider:
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Potential vs. Current Strength: Goten, like all Saiyans, has a higher potential ceiling. He can transform into a Super Saiyan at a young age. However, potential doesn't equate to immediate power.
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Krillin's Training and Experience: Krillin is a master martial artist who has dedicated his life to training and honing his skills. He's consistently pushed himself to overcome his limitations, and while he cannot reach Super Saiyan levels, he has achieved power levels that are surprisingly high for a human.
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Ki Control and Techniques: Krillin possesses advanced ki control and has developed techniques like the Destructo Disc, which can be devastating even to powerful opponents.
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"Superhuman Krillin": As mentioned in the reference material, Krillin can potentially become even stronger through techniques only he can achieve, which would likely cement his place above Super Saiyan Goten. While this isn't a consistently shown power, it hints at Krillin's potential beyond what's normally seen.
Scenario Considerations:
The power scaling in Dragon Ball is often inconsistent, so there might be specific scenarios where Goten could briefly appear stronger. For example, if Goten were enraged and fighting without thinking, he might briefly overpower Krillin. However, in a controlled and strategic fight, Krillin would likely win.
In summary, while Goten has the potential to surpass Krillin in the future, Krillin's consistent training, experience, and ki control make him the stronger fighter in the current timeline of the Dragon Ball series.
