Darkrai vs Zamazenta: Which Is Better?

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

Darkrai
#491
Darkrai
Dark
Pitch-Black Pokémon
Zamazenta
#889
Zamazenta
Fighting
Warrior Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

70 HP 92
90 Attack 120
90 Defense 115
135 Sp. Atk 80
90 Sp. Def 115
125 Speed 138
600 Total (BST) 660

Darkrai wins 1 stat, Zamazenta wins 5 stats.

Darkrai attacking Zamazenta

0.5x

Not very effective

Zamazenta attacking Darkrai

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 DarkraiZamazenta
Height1.5m2.9m
Weight50.5kg210.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Zamazenta

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

  • Zamazenta has a higher base stat total (660 vs 600).
  • Zamazenta wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
  • Zamazenta hits Darkrai for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Zamazenta is faster (138 vs 125 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Darkrai is outside the usage rankings, Zamazenta is ranked #10 (on 18.7% of teams).

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

Darkrai vs Zamazenta — FAQ

Is Darkrai better than Zamazenta?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Zamazenta is the better overall pick. Zamazenta has a higher base stat total (660 vs 600); Zamazenta wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Darkrai or Zamazenta?

Zamazenta has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Zamazenta is faster (138 vs 125 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Darkrai or Zamazenta have better stats?

Zamazenta has the higher base stat total (660 vs 600). Zamazenta is bulkier, while Darkrai hits harder.

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