Charizard vs Xerneas: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Charizard and Xerneas are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Charizard wins 1 stat, Xerneas wins 5 stats.
Charizard attacking Xerneas
Normal effectiveness
Xerneas attacking Charizard
Not very effective
Physical Attributes
| Charizard | Xerneas | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.7m | 3.0m |
| Weight | 90.5kg | 215.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Charizard and Xerneas are evenly matched on base stats. Pick Xerneas if you want the stronger attacker, or Xerneas for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Charizard is ranked #87 (on 0.2% of teams), Xerneas 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 Xerneas — FAQ
Is Charizard better than Xerneas?
This is a close matchup — Charizard and Xerneas are evenly matched on base stats. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.
Who would win a battle, Charizard or Xerneas?
Charizard has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Charizard is faster (100 vs 99 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Charizard or Xerneas have better stats?
Xerneas has the higher base stat total (680 vs 534). Xerneas is both bulkier and stronger offensively.