Gyarados vs Blaziken: Which Is Better?

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

Gyarados
#130
Gyarados
Water Flying
Atrocious Pokémon
Blaziken
#257
Blaziken
Fire Fighting
Blaze Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 80
125 Attack 120
79 Defense 70
60 Sp. Atk 110
100 Sp. Def 70
81 Speed 80
540 Total (BST) 530

Gyarados wins 5 stats, Blaziken wins 1 stat.

Gyarados attacking Blaziken

2x

Super effective!

Blaziken attacking Gyarados

0.5x

Not very effective

Physical Attributes

 GyaradosBlaziken
Height6.5m1.9m
Weight235.0kg52.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Gyarados

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

  • Gyarados has a higher base stat total (540 vs 530).
  • Gyarados wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
  • Gyarados hits Blaziken for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Gyarados is faster (81 vs 80 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 Blaziken — FAQ

Is Gyarados better than Blaziken?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Gyarados is the better overall pick. Gyarados has a higher base stat total (540 vs 530); Gyarados wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Blaziken?

Gyarados has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Gyarados is faster (81 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gyarados or Blaziken have better stats?

Gyarados has the higher base stat total (540 vs 530). Gyarados is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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