Ho Oh vs Palkia: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Ho Oh wins 3 stats, Palkia wins 3 stats.
Ho Oh attacking Palkia
Normal effectiveness
Palkia attacking Ho Oh
Super effective!
Physical Attributes
| Ho Oh | Palkia | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 3.8m | 4.2m |
| Weight | 199.0kg | 336.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Palkia hits Ho Oh for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
- Palkia is faster (100 vs 90 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Ho Oh is ranked #60 (on 0.7% of teams), Palkia is ranked #98 (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.
Ho Oh vs Palkia — FAQ
Is Ho Oh better than Palkia?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Palkia is the better overall pick. Palkia hits Ho Oh for 2x damage while only taking 1x back; Palkia is faster (100 vs 90 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Who would win a battle, Ho Oh or Palkia?
Palkia has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Palkia is faster (100 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Ho Oh or Palkia have better stats?
They tie on base stat total at 680. Ho Oh wins 3 individual stats, Palkia wins 3. Ho Oh is bulkier, while Palkia hits harder.