Gengar vs Darkrai: Which Is Better?

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

Gengar
#094
Gengar
Ghost Poison
Shadow Pokémon
Darkrai
#491
Darkrai
Dark
Pitch-Black Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

60 HP 70
65 Attack 90
60 Defense 90
130 Sp. Atk 135
75 Sp. Def 90
110 Speed 125
500 Total (BST) 600

Gengar wins 0 stats, Darkrai wins 6 stats.

Gengar attacking Darkrai

1x

Normal effectiveness

Darkrai attacking Gengar

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 GengarDarkrai
Height1.5m1.5m
Weight40.5kg50.5kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Darkrai

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

  • Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 500).
  • Darkrai wins 6 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
  • Darkrai hits Gengar for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
  • Darkrai is faster (125 vs 110 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Gengar vs Darkrai — FAQ

Is Gengar 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 500); Darkrai wins 6 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).

Who would win a battle, Gengar or Darkrai?

Darkrai has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Darkrai is faster (125 vs 110 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gengar or Darkrai have better stats?

Darkrai has the higher base stat total (600 vs 500). Darkrai is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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