Gyarados vs Miraidon: Which Is Better?

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

Gyarados
#130
Gyarados
Water Flying
Atrocious Pokémon
Miraidon
#1008
Miraidon
Electric Dragon
Paradox Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 100
125 Attack 85
79 Defense 100
60 Sp. Atk 135
100 Sp. Def 115
81 Speed 135
540 Total (BST) 670

Gyarados wins 1 stat, Miraidon wins 5 stats.

Gyarados attacking Miraidon

0.5x

Not very effective

Miraidon attacking Gyarados

4x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 GyaradosMiraidon
Height6.5m3.5m
Weight235.0kg240.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Miraidon

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

  • Miraidon has a higher base stat total (670 vs 540).
  • Miraidon wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
  • Miraidon hits Gyarados for 4x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Miraidon is faster (135 vs 81 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gyarados is outside the usage rankings, Miraidon is ranked #3 (on 50.3% 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 Miraidon — FAQ

Is Gyarados better than Miraidon?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Miraidon is the better overall pick. Miraidon has a higher base stat total (670 vs 540); Miraidon wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Miraidon?

Miraidon has the type advantage — it deals 4x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Miraidon is faster (135 vs 81 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gyarados or Miraidon have better stats?

Miraidon has the higher base stat total (670 vs 540). Miraidon is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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