Arceus vs Necrozma: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Arceus is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arceus wins 5 stats, Necrozma wins 1 stat.
Arceus attacking Necrozma
Normal effectiveness
Necrozma attacking Arceus
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Arceus | Necrozma | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 3.2m | 2.4m |
| Weight | 320.0kg | 230.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Arceus is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Arceus has a higher base stat total (720 vs 600).
- Arceus wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Arceus is faster (120 vs 79 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arceus is outside the usage rankings, Necrozma is ranked #83 (on 0.2% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Arceus vs Necrozma — FAQ
Is Arceus better than Necrozma?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Arceus is the better overall pick. Arceus has a higher base stat total (720 vs 600); Arceus wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Arceus or Necrozma?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Arceus is faster (120 vs 79 base Speed) and usually moves first. Necrozma hits harder (127 vs 120 best attacking stat).
Does Arceus or Necrozma have better stats?
Arceus has the higher base stat total (720 vs 600). Arceus is bulkier, while Necrozma hits harder.