Gallade vs Cinderace: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Gallade and Cinderace are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Gallade wins 2 stats, Cinderace wins 3 stats, 1 tied.
Gallade attacking Cinderace
Normal effectiveness
Cinderace attacking Gallade
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Gallade | Cinderace | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.6m | 1.4m |
| Weight | 52.0kg | 33.0kg |
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Gallade and Cinderace are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Gallade if you want the stronger attacker, or Gallade for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gallade is ranked #65 (on 0.4% of teams), Cinderace 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.
Gallade vs Cinderace — FAQ
Is Gallade better than Cinderace?
This is a close matchup — Gallade and Cinderace 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, Gallade or Cinderace?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Cinderace is faster (119 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first. Gallade hits harder (125 vs 116 best attacking stat).
Does Gallade or Cinderace have better stats?
Cinderace has the higher base stat total (530 vs 518). Gallade is both bulkier and stronger offensively.