Garchomp vs Lucario: 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, Lucario wins 1 stat.
Garchomp attacking Lucario
Super effective!
Lucario attacking Garchomp
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Garchomp | Lucario | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 1.2m |
| Weight | 95.0kg | 54.0kg |
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 525).
- Garchomp wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Garchomp hits Lucario for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
- Garchomp is faster (102 vs 90 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Garchomp is ranked #88 (on 0.2% of teams), Lucario 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.
Garchomp vs Lucario — FAQ
Is Garchomp better than Lucario?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Garchomp is the better overall pick. Garchomp has a higher base stat total (600 vs 525); Garchomp wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Garchomp or Lucario?
Garchomp has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Garchomp is faster (102 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Garchomp or Lucario have better stats?
Garchomp has the higher base stat total (600 vs 525). Garchomp is both bulkier and stronger offensively.