Gyarados vs Zoroark: 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
Zoroark
#571
Zoroark
Dark
Illusion Fox Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 60
125 Attack 105
79 Defense 60
60 Sp. Atk 120
100 Sp. Def 60
81 Speed 105
540 Total (BST) 510

Gyarados wins 4 stats, Zoroark wins 2 stats.

Gyarados attacking Zoroark

1x

Normal effectiveness

Zoroark attacking Gyarados

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 GyaradosZoroark
Height6.5m1.6m
Weight235.0kg81.1kg

Abilities

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 510).
  • Gyarados wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Gyarados vs Zoroark — FAQ

Is Gyarados better than Zoroark?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Gyarados is the better overall pick. Gyarados has a higher base stat total (540 vs 510); Gyarados wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Gyarados or Zoroark?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Zoroark is faster (105 vs 81 base Speed) and usually moves first. Gyarados hits harder (125 vs 120 best attacking stat).

Does Gyarados or Zoroark have better stats?

Gyarados has the higher base stat total (540 vs 510). Gyarados is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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