Gholdengo vs Iron Valiant: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Gholdengo and Iron Valiant are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Gholdengo wins 4 stats, Iron Valiant wins 2 stats.
Gholdengo attacking Iron Valiant
Super effective!
Iron Valiant attacking Gholdengo
Not very effective
Physical Attributes
| Gholdengo | Iron Valiant | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.2m | 1.4m |
| Weight | 30.0kg | 35.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Gholdengo and Iron Valiant are evenly matched on base stats. Pick Gholdengo if you want the stronger attacker, or Gholdengo for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gholdengo is ranked #78 (on 0.3% of teams), 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.
Gholdengo vs Iron Valiant — FAQ
Is Gholdengo better than Iron Valiant?
This is a close matchup — Gholdengo and Iron Valiant are evenly matched on base stats. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.
Who would win a battle, Gholdengo or Iron Valiant?
Gholdengo has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Iron Valiant is faster (116 vs 84 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Gholdengo or Iron Valiant have better stats?
Iron Valiant has the higher base stat total (590 vs 550). Gholdengo is both bulkier and stronger offensively.