Gyarados vs Zekrom: Which Is Better?

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

Gyarados
#130
Gyarados
Water Flying
Atrocious Pokémon
Zekrom
#644
Zekrom
Dragon Electric
Deep Black Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 100
125 Attack 150
79 Defense 120
60 Sp. Atk 120
100 Sp. Def 100
81 Speed 90
540 Total (BST) 680

Gyarados wins 0 stats, Zekrom wins 5 stats, 1 tied.

Gyarados attacking Zekrom

0.5x

Not very effective

Zekrom attacking Gyarados

4x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 GyaradosZekrom
Height6.5m2.9m
Weight235.0kg345.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Zekrom

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

  • Zekrom has a higher base stat total (680 vs 540).
  • Zekrom wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
  • Zekrom hits Gyarados for 4x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Zekrom is faster (90 vs 81 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 Zekrom — FAQ

Is Gyarados better than Zekrom?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Zekrom is the better overall pick. Zekrom has a higher base stat total (680 vs 540); Zekrom wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).

Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Zekrom?

Zekrom has the type advantage — it deals 4x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Zekrom is faster (90 vs 81 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Gyarados or Zekrom have better stats?

Zekrom has the higher base stat total (680 vs 540). Zekrom is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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