Dragonite vs Necrozma: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Dragonite and Necrozma are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Dragonite wins 3 stats, Necrozma wins 3 stats.
Dragonite attacking Necrozma
Normal effectiveness
Necrozma attacking Dragonite
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Dragonite | Necrozma | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 2.2m | 2.4m |
| Weight | 210.0kg | 230.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Dragonite and Necrozma are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Dragonite if you want the stronger attacker, or Necrozma for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Dragonite is ranked #26 (on 5.2% of teams), Necrozma is ranked #83 (on 0.2% 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 Necrozma — FAQ
Is Dragonite better than Necrozma?
This is a close matchup — Dragonite and Necrozma are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.
Who would win a battle, Dragonite or Necrozma?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Dragonite is faster (80 vs 79 base Speed) and usually moves first. Dragonite hits harder (134 vs 127 best attacking stat).
Does Dragonite or Necrozma have better stats?
They tie on base stat total at 600. Dragonite wins 3 individual stats, Necrozma wins 3. Necrozma is bulkier, while Dragonite hits harder.