Annihilape vs Gholdengo: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: it's a close call — Annihilape and Gholdengo are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.

Annihilape
#979
Annihilape
Fighting Ghost
Rage Monkey Pokémon
Gholdengo
#1000
Gholdengo
Steel Ghost
Coin Entity Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

110 HP 87
115 Attack 60
80 Defense 95
50 Sp. Atk 133
90 Sp. Def 91
90 Speed 84
535 Total (BST) 550

Annihilape wins 3 stats, Gholdengo wins 3 stats.

Annihilape attacking Gholdengo

2x

Super effective!

Gholdengo attacking Annihilape

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 AnnihilapeGholdengo
Height1.2m1.2m
Weight56.0kg30.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

It's a close call. Annihilape and Gholdengo are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Gholdengo if you want the stronger attacker, or Annihilape for more bulk.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Annihilape is ranked #53 (on 1.2% of teams), Gholdengo is ranked #78 (on 0.3% of teams).

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Annihilape vs Gholdengo — FAQ

Is Annihilape better than Gholdengo?

This is a close matchup — Annihilape and Gholdengo are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.

Who would win a battle, Annihilape or Gholdengo?

Neither has a type advantage (2x both ways). Annihilape is faster (90 vs 84 base Speed) and usually moves first. Gholdengo hits harder (133 vs 115 best attacking stat).

Does Annihilape or Gholdengo have better stats?

Gholdengo has the higher base stat total (550 vs 535). Annihilape is bulkier, while Gholdengo hits harder.

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