Dragonite vs Greninja: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Dragonite is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Dragonite wins 4 stats, Greninja wins 2 stats.
Dragonite attacking Greninja
Normal effectiveness
Greninja attacking Dragonite
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Dragonite | Greninja | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 2.2m | 1.5m |
| Weight | 210.0kg | 40.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Dragonite is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Dragonite has a higher base stat total (600 vs 530).
- Dragonite wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Dragonite is ranked #26 (on 5.2% of teams), Greninja is ranked #108 (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.
Dragonite vs Greninja — FAQ
Is Dragonite better than Greninja?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Dragonite is the better overall pick. Dragonite has a higher base stat total (600 vs 530); Dragonite wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Who would win a battle, Dragonite or Greninja?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Greninja is faster (122 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first. Dragonite hits harder (134 vs 103 best attacking stat).
Does Dragonite or Greninja have better stats?
Dragonite has the higher base stat total (600 vs 530). Dragonite is both bulkier and stronger offensively.