Gyarados vs Arceus: Which Is Better?

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

Gyarados
#130
Gyarados
Water Flying
Atrocious Pokémon
Arceus
#493
Arceus
Normal
Alpha Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 120
125 Attack 120
79 Defense 120
60 Sp. Atk 120
100 Sp. Def 120
81 Speed 120
540 Total (BST) 720

Gyarados wins 1 stat, Arceus wins 5 stats.

Gyarados attacking Arceus

1x

Normal effectiveness

Arceus attacking Gyarados

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 GyaradosArceus
Height6.5m3.2m
Weight235.0kg320.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Arceus

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

  • Arceus has a higher base stat total (720 vs 540).
  • Arceus wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
  • Arceus is faster (120 vs 81 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.

Gyarados vs Arceus — FAQ

Is Gyarados better than Arceus?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Arceus is the better overall pick. Arceus has a higher base stat total (720 vs 540); Arceus wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Arceus?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Arceus is faster (120 vs 81 base Speed) and usually moves first. Gyarados hits harder (125 vs 120 best attacking stat).

Does Gyarados or Arceus have better stats?

Arceus has the higher base stat total (720 vs 540). Arceus is bulkier, while Gyarados hits harder.

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