Quick answer — Who operates more wells, Permian Resources or Diamondback Energy?
Diamondback Energy operates more oil & gas wells — 17,330 vs 5,039. Both are Permian Basin independents. Figures are Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data (as of 2026-11-10).
| Metric | Permian Resources | Diamondback Energy |
|---|---|---|
| Total wells operated | 5,039 | 17,330 |
| Wells that have produced | 3,913 | 14,263 |
| States with operated wells | 2 | 2 |
| Primary formation / basin | Permian Basin | Permian Basin |
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Diamondback Energy operates more oil & gas wells — 17,330 vs 5,039. Based on Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data (as of 2026-11-10).
Permian Resources operates 5,039 wells (3,913 have produced) across 2 states.
Diamondback Energy operates 17,330 wells (14,263 have produced) across 2 states.
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Well counts are Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data (as of 2026-11-10); reflect wells where each company is the current operator of record. Informational only.
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