Gallade vs Greninja: Which Is Better?

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

Gallade
#475
Gallade
Psychic Fighting
Blade Pokémon
Greninja
#658
Greninja
Water Dark
Ninja Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

68 HP 72
125 Attack 95
65 Defense 67
65 Sp. Atk 103
115 Sp. Def 71
80 Speed 122
518 Total (BST) 530

Gallade wins 2 stats, Greninja wins 4 stats.

Gallade attacking Greninja

2x

Super effective!

Greninja attacking Gallade

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 GalladeGreninja
Height1.6m1.5m
Weight52.0kg40.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Greninja

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

  • Greninja has a higher base stat total (530 vs 518).
  • Greninja wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Greninja is faster (122 vs 80 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gallade is ranked #65 (on 0.4% 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.

Gallade vs Greninja — FAQ

Is Gallade better than Greninja?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Greninja is the better overall pick. Greninja has a higher base stat total (530 vs 518); Greninja wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Gallade or Greninja?

Gallade has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Greninja is faster (122 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gallade or Greninja have better stats?

Greninja has the higher base stat total (530 vs 518). Gallade is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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