Gengar vs Ho Oh: Which Is Better?

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

Gengar
#094
Gengar
Ghost Poison
Shadow Pokémon
Ho Oh
#250
Ho Oh
Fire Flying
Rainbow Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

60 HP 106
65 Attack 130
60 Defense 90
130 Sp. Atk 110
75 Sp. Def 154
110 Speed 90
500 Total (BST) 680

Gengar wins 2 stats, Ho Oh wins 4 stats.

Gengar attacking Ho Oh

1x

Normal effectiveness

Ho Oh attacking Gengar

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 GengarHo Oh
Height1.5m3.8m
Weight40.5kg199.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Ho Oh

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

  • Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 500).
  • Ho Oh wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gengar is outside the usage rankings, Ho Oh is ranked #60 (on 0.7% of teams).

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

Gengar vs Ho Oh — FAQ

Is Gengar better than Ho Oh?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Ho Oh is the better overall pick. Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 500); Ho Oh wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Gengar or Ho Oh?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Gengar is faster (110 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gengar or Ho Oh have better stats?

Ho Oh has the higher base stat total (680 vs 500). Ho Oh is bulkier.

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