Gyarados vs Scizor: 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
Scizor
#212
Scizor
Bug Steel
Pincer Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 70
125 Attack 130
79 Defense 100
60 Sp. Atk 55
100 Sp. Def 80
81 Speed 65
540 Total (BST) 500

Gyarados wins 4 stats, Scizor wins 2 stats.

Gyarados attacking Scizor

1x

Normal effectiveness

Scizor attacking Gyarados

0.5x

Not very effective

Physical Attributes

 GyaradosScizor
Height6.5m1.8m
Weight235.0kg118.0kg

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 500).
  • Gyarados wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Gyarados hits Scizor for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Gyarados is faster (81 vs 65 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 Scizor — FAQ

Is Gyarados better than Scizor?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Gyarados is the better overall pick. Gyarados has a higher base stat total (540 vs 500); Gyarados wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Scizor?

Gyarados has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Gyarados is faster (81 vs 65 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gyarados or Scizor have better stats?

Gyarados has the higher base stat total (540 vs 500). Gyarados is bulkier, while Scizor hits harder.

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