When compared to the comics, Steppenwolf in Zack Snyder's Justice League is roughly as powerful as his comic book counterpart. The 2017 version of the character is also faithful to the original, with most of the changes being aesthetic.

Who is stronger than Steppenwolf?

Darkseid is most definitely the stronger of the two beings, as Steppenwolf serves as Darkseid's general, leading the Parademon armies into battle on his behalf.

Is Steppenwolf really that strong?

Steppenwolf is an immortal with vast superhuman strength, endurance and speed, capable of lifting about 10,000 tons and jumping huge distances easily.