Garchomp vs Gallade: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Garchomp is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Garchomp wins 5 stats, Gallade wins 1 stat.
Garchomp attacking Gallade
Normal effectiveness
Gallade attacking Garchomp
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Garchomp | Gallade | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 1.6m |
| Weight | 95.0kg | 52.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Garchomp is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Garchomp has a higher base stat total (600 vs 518).
- Garchomp wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Garchomp is faster (102 vs 80 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Garchomp is ranked #88 (on 0.2% of teams), Gallade is ranked #65 (on 0.4% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Garchomp vs Gallade — FAQ
Is Garchomp better than Gallade?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Garchomp is the better overall pick. Garchomp has a higher base stat total (600 vs 518); Garchomp wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Garchomp or Gallade?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Garchomp is faster (102 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first. Garchomp hits harder (130 vs 125 best attacking stat).
Does Garchomp or Gallade have better stats?
Garchomp has the higher base stat total (600 vs 518). Garchomp is both bulkier and stronger offensively.