Gallade vs Darkrai: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Darkrai is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Gallade wins 2 stats, Darkrai wins 4 stats.
Gallade attacking Darkrai
Super effective!
Darkrai attacking Gallade
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Gallade | Darkrai | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.6m | 1.5m |
| Weight | 52.0kg | 50.5kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Darkrai is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 518).
- Darkrai wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
- Darkrai is faster (125 vs 80 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gallade is ranked #65 (on 0.4% of teams), Darkrai 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 Darkrai — FAQ
Is Gallade better than Darkrai?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Darkrai is the better overall pick. Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 518); Darkrai wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Who would win a battle, Gallade or Darkrai?
Gallade has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Darkrai is faster (125 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Gallade or Darkrai have better stats?
Darkrai has the higher base stat total (600 vs 518). Darkrai is both bulkier and stronger offensively.