The website Military Factory has ranked the world's best fifth-generation jet fighters. They boast some of the highest levels of performance ever, advanced avionics, supercruise capability, stealth and super maneuverability. Several fighters are still in development, and the Lockheed Martin claims that its F-22 Raptor, introduced in 2005, is the only one in operational service to date.

The following are the top 10 fifth-generation jet fighters in the world, listed in alphanumeric order.

 F-22 Raptor

Country of Origin: United States

Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin / The Boeing Company – USA

Initial Year of Service: 2005

Production: 195