Ho Oh vs Yveltal: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: it's a close call — Ho Oh and Yveltal are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.

Ho Oh
#250
Ho Oh
Fire Flying
Rainbow Pokémon
Yveltal
#717
Yveltal
Dark Flying
Destruction Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

106 HP 126
130 Attack 131
90 Defense 95
110 Sp. Atk 131
154 Sp. Def 98
90 Speed 99
680 Total (BST) 680

Ho Oh wins 1 stat, Yveltal wins 5 stats.

Ho Oh attacking Yveltal

1x

Normal effectiveness

Yveltal attacking Ho Oh

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 Ho OhYveltal
Height3.8m5.8m
Weight199.0kg203.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

It's a close call. Ho Oh and Yveltal are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Yveltal 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), Yveltal is outside the usage rankings.

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 Yveltal — FAQ

Is Ho Oh better than Yveltal?

This is a close matchup — Ho Oh and Yveltal 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 Yveltal?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Yveltal is faster (99 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first. Yveltal hits harder (131 vs 130 best attacking stat).

Does Ho Oh or Yveltal have better stats?

They tie on base stat total at 680. Ho Oh wins 1 individual stats, Yveltal wins 5. Ho Oh is bulkier, while Yveltal hits harder.

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