Arcanine vs Palkia: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 0 stats, Palkia wins 5 stats, 1 tied.
Arcanine attacking Palkia
Not very effective
Palkia attacking Arcanine
Super effective!
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Palkia | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 4.2m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 336.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 555).
- Palkia wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
- Palkia hits Arcanine for 2x damage while only taking 0.25x back.
- Palkia is faster (100 vs 95 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Palkia is ranked #98 (on 0.1% 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 Palkia — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Palkia?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Palkia is the better overall pick. Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 555); Palkia wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Palkia?
Palkia has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.25x in return. Palkia is faster (100 vs 95 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Palkia have better stats?
Palkia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 555). Palkia is both bulkier and stronger offensively.