Gyarados vs Gallade: 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
Gallade
#475
Gallade
Psychic Fighting
Blade Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 68
125 Attack 125
79 Defense 65
60 Sp. Atk 65
100 Sp. Def 115
81 Speed 80
540 Total (BST) 518

Gyarados wins 3 stats, Gallade wins 2 stats, 1 tied.

Gyarados attacking Gallade

2x

Super effective!

Gallade attacking Gyarados

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 GyaradosGallade
Height6.5m1.6m
Weight235.0kg52.0kg

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 518).
  • Gyarados wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Gyarados hits Gallade for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
  • Gyarados is faster (81 vs 80 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gyarados is outside the usage rankings, Gallade is ranked #65 (on 0.4% of teams).

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

Gyarados vs Gallade — FAQ

Is Gyarados better than Gallade?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Gyarados is the better overall pick. Gyarados has a higher base stat total (540 vs 518); Gyarados wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Gallade?

Gyarados has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Gyarados is faster (81 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gyarados or Gallade have better stats?

Gyarados has the higher base stat total (540 vs 518). Gyarados is bulkier.

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