Gengar vs Iron Valiant: Which Is Better?

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

Gengar
#094
Gengar
Ghost Poison
Shadow Pokémon
Iron Valiant
#1006
Iron Valiant
Fairy Fighting
Paradox Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

60 HP 74
65 Attack 130
60 Defense 90
130 Sp. Atk 120
75 Sp. Def 60
110 Speed 116
500 Total (BST) 590

Gengar wins 2 stats, Iron Valiant wins 4 stats.

Gengar attacking Iron Valiant

2x

Super effective!

Iron Valiant attacking Gengar

0.5x

Not very effective

Physical Attributes

 GengarIron Valiant
Height1.5m1.4m
Weight40.5kg35.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Iron Valiant

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

  • Iron Valiant has a higher base stat total (590 vs 500).
  • Iron Valiant wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Iron Valiant is faster (116 vs 110 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gengar is outside the usage rankings, Iron Valiant is ranked #42 (on 2% 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 Iron Valiant — FAQ

Is Gengar better than Iron Valiant?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Iron Valiant is the better overall pick. Iron Valiant has a higher base stat total (590 vs 500); Iron Valiant wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Gengar or Iron Valiant?

Gengar has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Iron Valiant is faster (116 vs 110 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gengar or Iron Valiant have better stats?

Iron Valiant has the higher base stat total (590 vs 500). Iron Valiant is bulkier.

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