Gyarados vs Darkrai: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Darkrai is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Gyarados wins 3 stats, Darkrai wins 3 stats.
Gyarados attacking Darkrai
Normal effectiveness
Darkrai attacking Gyarados
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Gyarados | Darkrai | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.5m | 1.5m |
| Weight | 235.0kg | 50.5kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Darkrai is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 540).
- Darkrai is faster (125 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 Darkrai — FAQ
Is Gyarados better than Darkrai?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Darkrai is the better overall pick. Darkrai has a higher base stat total (600 vs 540); Darkrai is faster (125 vs 81 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Darkrai?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Darkrai is faster (125 vs 81 base Speed) and usually moves first. Darkrai hits harder (135 vs 125 best attacking stat).
Does Gyarados or Darkrai have better stats?
Darkrai has the higher base stat total (600 vs 540). Gyarados is bulkier, while Darkrai hits harder.