Gyarados vs Palkia: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Gyarados wins 2 stats, Palkia wins 4 stats.
Gyarados attacking Palkia
Normal effectiveness
Palkia attacking Gyarados
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Gyarados | Palkia | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.5m | 4.2m |
| Weight | 235.0kg | 336.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 540).
- Palkia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
- Palkia is faster (100 vs 81 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gyarados is outside the usage rankings, Palkia is ranked #98 (on 0.1% 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 Palkia — FAQ
Is Gyarados better than Palkia?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Palkia is the better overall pick. Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 540); Palkia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Palkia?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Palkia is faster (100 vs 81 base Speed) and usually moves first. Palkia hits harder (150 vs 125 best attacking stat).
Does Gyarados or Palkia have better stats?
Palkia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 540). Palkia is both bulkier and stronger offensively.