Ho Oh vs Garchomp: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Ho Oh and Garchomp are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Ho Oh wins 2 stats, Garchomp wins 3 stats, 1 tied.
Ho Oh attacking Garchomp
Normal effectiveness
Garchomp attacking Ho Oh
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Ho Oh | Garchomp | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 3.8m | 1.9m |
| Weight | 199.0kg | 95.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Ho Oh and Garchomp are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Ho Oh if you want the stronger attacker, or Ho Oh for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Ho Oh is ranked #60 (on 0.7% of teams), Garchomp is ranked #88 (on 0.2% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Ho Oh vs Garchomp — FAQ
Is Ho Oh better than Garchomp?
This is a close matchup — Ho Oh and Garchomp 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, Ho Oh or Garchomp?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Garchomp is faster (102 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Ho Oh or Garchomp have better stats?
Ho Oh has the higher base stat total (680 vs 600). Ho Oh is bulkier.