Although these mighty Avengers have fought nearly 40 times in the comics, almost every match has resulted in a draw. Of the battles where there is a clear winner, the final tally gives Hulk a victory of winning a mere three fights over Thor's two.

The question of whether the Hulk can beat Thor is one of the most debated rivalries in Marvel history, with the answer usually being: "Hulk is stronger, but Thor is more powerful." In the MCU, we have seen Thor nearly defeat Hulk in Thor: Ragnarok once his "God of Thunder" powers awakened, and he has historically used Mjolnir or Stormbreaker to gain the upper hand. In the comics, their fights are often depicted as stalemates. The Hulk has the unique advantage of "infinite strength," as his power increases with his rage, meaning in a prolonged physical brawl, he eventually surpasses Thor's raw strength. However, Thor possesses the Odin-Force (or Thor-Force in 2026 comics) and the ability to manipulate lightning and the weather, which provides a versatility the Hulk cannot match. Most writers treat them as equals to maintain their status as the Avengers' heavy hitters, but the general consensus is that a "fully realized" Thor wins through skill and magic, while a "Worldbreaker" Hulk wins through sheer, unstoppable physical destruction.