Gyarados vs Sylveon: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Gyarados and Sylveon are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Gyarados wins 3 stats, Sylveon wins 2 stats, 1 tied.
Gyarados attacking Sylveon
Normal effectiveness
Sylveon attacking Gyarados
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Gyarados | Sylveon | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 6.5m | 1.0m |
| Weight | 235.0kg | 23.5kg |
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Gyarados and Sylveon are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Gyarados if you want the stronger attacker, or Sylveon for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Gyarados is outside the usage rankings, Sylveon is ranked #105 (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 Sylveon — FAQ
Is Gyarados better than Sylveon?
This is a close matchup — Gyarados and Sylveon 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 Sylveon?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Gyarados is faster (81 vs 60 base Speed) and usually moves first. Gyarados hits harder (125 vs 110 best attacking stat).
Does Gyarados or Sylveon have better stats?
Gyarados has the higher base stat total (540 vs 525). Sylveon is bulkier, while Gyarados hits harder.