Charizard vs Ho Oh: Which Is Better?

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

Charizard
#006
Charizard
Fire Flying
Flame Pokémon
Ho Oh
#250
Ho Oh
Fire Flying
Rainbow Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

78 HP 106
84 Attack 130
78 Defense 90
109 Sp. Atk 110
85 Sp. Def 154
100 Speed 90
534 Total (BST) 680

Charizard wins 1 stat, Ho Oh wins 5 stats.

Charizard attacking Ho Oh

1x

Normal effectiveness

Ho Oh attacking Charizard

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 CharizardHo Oh
Height1.7m3.8m
Weight90.5kg199.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Ho Oh

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

  • Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 534).
  • Ho Oh wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Charizard is ranked #87 (on 0.2% of teams), Ho Oh is ranked #60 (on 0.7% of teams).

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Charizard vs Ho Oh — FAQ

Is Charizard better than Ho Oh?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Ho Oh is the better overall pick. Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 534); Ho Oh wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Charizard or Ho Oh?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Charizard is faster (100 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first. Ho Oh hits harder (130 vs 109 best attacking stat).

Does Charizard or Ho Oh have better stats?

Ho Oh has the higher base stat total (680 vs 534). Ho Oh is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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