Arcanine vs Zekrom: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Zekrom is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 1 stat, Zekrom wins 5 stats.
Arcanine attacking Zekrom
Not very effective
Zekrom attacking Arcanine
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Zekrom | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 2.9m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 345.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Zekrom is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Zekrom has a higher base stat total (680 vs 555).
- Zekrom wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Zekrom hits Arcanine for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Zekrom is outside the usage rankings.
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Arcanine vs Zekrom — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Zekrom?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Zekrom is the better overall pick. Zekrom has a higher base stat total (680 vs 555); Zekrom wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Zekrom?
Zekrom has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Arcanine is faster (95 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Zekrom have better stats?
Zekrom has the higher base stat total (680 vs 555). Zekrom is both bulkier and stronger offensively.