Gardevoir vs Salamence: Which Is Better?

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

Gardevoir
#282
Gardevoir
Psychic Fairy
Embrace Pokémon
Salamence
#373
Salamence
Dragon Flying
Dragon Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

68 HP 95
65 Attack 135
65 Defense 80
125 Sp. Atk 110
115 Sp. Def 80
80 Speed 100
518 Total (BST) 600

Gardevoir wins 2 stats, Salamence wins 4 stats.

Gardevoir attacking Salamence

2x

Super effective!

Salamence attacking Gardevoir

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 GardevoirSalamence
Height1.6m1.5m
Weight48.4kg102.6kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Salamence

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

  • Salamence has a higher base stat total (600 vs 518).
  • Salamence wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Salamence is faster (100 vs 80 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gardevoir is outside the usage rankings, Salamence is ranked #102 (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.

Gardevoir vs Salamence — FAQ

Is Gardevoir better than Salamence?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Salamence is the better overall pick. Salamence has a higher base stat total (600 vs 518); Salamence wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Gardevoir or Salamence?

Gardevoir has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Salamence is faster (100 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gardevoir or Salamence have better stats?

Salamence has the higher base stat total (600 vs 518). Salamence is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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