Arcanine vs Zoroark: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: Arcanine is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.

Arcanine
#059
Arcanine
Fire
Legendary Pokémon
Zoroark
#571
Zoroark
Dark
Illusion Fox Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

90 HP 60
110 Attack 105
80 Defense 60
100 Sp. Atk 120
80 Sp. Def 60
95 Speed 105
555 Total (BST) 510

Arcanine wins 4 stats, Zoroark wins 2 stats.

Arcanine attacking Zoroark

1x

Normal effectiveness

Zoroark attacking Arcanine

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 ArcanineZoroark
Height1.9m1.6m
Weight155.0kg81.1kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Arcanine

Arcanine is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.

  • Arcanine has a higher base stat total (555 vs 510).
  • Arcanine wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Zoroark 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 Zoroark — FAQ

Is Arcanine better than Zoroark?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Arcanine is the better overall pick. Arcanine has a higher base stat total (555 vs 510); Arcanine wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Zoroark?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Zoroark is faster (105 vs 95 base Speed) and usually moves first. Zoroark hits harder (120 vs 110 best attacking stat).

Does Arcanine or Zoroark have better stats?

Arcanine has the higher base stat total (555 vs 510). Arcanine is bulkier, while Zoroark hits harder.

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