Charizard vs Sylveon: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Charizard is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Charizard wins 3 stats, Sylveon wins 3 stats.
Charizard attacking Sylveon
Normal effectiveness
Sylveon attacking Charizard
Not very effective
Physical Attributes
| Charizard | Sylveon | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.7m | 1.0m |
| Weight | 90.5kg | 23.5kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Charizard is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Charizard has a higher base stat total (534 vs 525).
- Charizard hits Sylveon for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
- Charizard is faster (100 vs 60 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Charizard is ranked #87 (on 0.2% of teams), Sylveon is ranked #105 (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 Sylveon — FAQ
Is Charizard better than Sylveon?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Charizard is the better overall pick. Charizard has a higher base stat total (534 vs 525); Charizard hits Sylveon for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Who would win a battle, Charizard or Sylveon?
Charizard has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Charizard is faster (100 vs 60 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Charizard or Sylveon have better stats?
Charizard has the higher base stat total (534 vs 525). Sylveon is both bulkier and stronger offensively.