Charizard vs Darkrai: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Darkrai is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Charizard wins 1 stat, Darkrai wins 5 stats.
Charizard attacking Darkrai
Normal effectiveness
Darkrai attacking Charizard
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Charizard | Darkrai | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.7m | 1.5m |
| Weight | 90.5kg | 50.5kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Darkrai is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 534).
- Darkrai wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Darkrai is faster (125 vs 100 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Charizard is ranked #87 (on 0.2% of teams), Darkrai 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.
Charizard vs Darkrai — FAQ
Is Charizard better than Darkrai?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Darkrai is the better overall pick. Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 534); Darkrai wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Charizard or Darkrai?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Darkrai is faster (125 vs 100 base Speed) and usually moves first. Darkrai hits harder (135 vs 109 best attacking stat).
Does Charizard or Darkrai have better stats?
Darkrai has the higher base stat total (600 vs 534). Darkrai is both bulkier and stronger offensively.