Gyarados vs Flygon: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: it's a close call — Gyarados and Flygon are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.

Gyarados
#130
Gyarados
Water Flying
Atrocious Pokémon
Flygon
#330
Flygon
Ground Dragon
Mystic Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 80
125 Attack 100
79 Defense 80
60 Sp. Atk 80
100 Sp. Def 80
81 Speed 100
540 Total (BST) 520

Gyarados wins 3 stats, Flygon wins 3 stats.

Gyarados attacking Flygon

1x

Normal effectiveness

Flygon attacking Gyarados

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 GyaradosFlygon
Height6.5m2.0m
Weight235.0kg82.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

It's a close call. Gyarados and Flygon are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Gyarados if you want the stronger attacker, or Gyarados for more bulk.

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Gyarados vs Flygon — FAQ

Is Gyarados better than Flygon?

This is a close matchup — Gyarados and Flygon are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.

Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Flygon?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Flygon is faster (100 vs 81 base Speed) and usually moves first. Gyarados hits harder (125 vs 100 best attacking stat).

Does Gyarados or Flygon have better stats?

Gyarados has the higher base stat total (540 vs 520). Gyarados is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

Related Comparisons