Charizard vs Palkia: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Charizard wins 0 stats, Palkia wins 5 stats, 1 tied.
Charizard attacking Palkia
Normal effectiveness
Palkia attacking Charizard
Super effective!
Physical Attributes
| Charizard | Palkia | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.7m | 4.2m |
| Weight | 90.5kg | 336.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 534).
- Palkia wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
- Palkia hits Charizard for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Charizard is ranked #87 (on 0.2% of teams), Palkia is ranked #98 (on 0.1% 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 Palkia — FAQ
Is Charizard better than Palkia?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Palkia is the better overall pick. Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 534); Palkia wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
Who would win a battle, Charizard or Palkia?
Palkia has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Both have identical 100 base Speed.
Does Charizard or Palkia have better stats?
Palkia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 534). Palkia is both bulkier and stronger offensively.