Arcanine vs Gholdengo: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Arcanine is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 3 stats, Gholdengo wins 3 stats.
Arcanine attacking Gholdengo
Super effective!
Gholdengo attacking Arcanine
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Gholdengo | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 1.2m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 30.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Arcanine is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Arcanine has a higher base stat total (555 vs 550).
- Arcanine hits Gholdengo for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
- Arcanine is faster (95 vs 84 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% 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.
Arcanine vs Gholdengo — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Gholdengo?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Arcanine is the better overall pick. Arcanine has a higher base stat total (555 vs 550); Arcanine hits Gholdengo for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Gholdengo?
Arcanine has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Arcanine is faster (95 vs 84 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Gholdengo have better stats?
Arcanine has the higher base stat total (555 vs 550). Gholdengo is both bulkier and stronger offensively.