Metagross vs Garchomp: Which Is Better?

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

Metagross
#376
Metagross
Steel Psychic
Iron Leg Pokémon
Garchomp
#445
Garchomp
Dragon Ground
Mach Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

80 HP 108
135 Attack 130
130 Defense 95
95 Sp. Atk 80
90 Sp. Def 85
70 Speed 102
600 Total (BST) 600

Metagross wins 4 stats, Garchomp wins 2 stats.

Metagross attacking Garchomp

1x

Normal effectiveness

Garchomp attacking Metagross

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 MetagrossGarchomp
Height1.6m1.9m
Weight550.0kg95.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Garchomp

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

  • Garchomp wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 4).
  • Garchomp hits Metagross for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
  • Garchomp is faster (102 vs 70 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Metagross is outside the usage rankings, 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.

Metagross vs Garchomp — FAQ

Is Metagross better than Garchomp?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Garchomp is the better overall pick. Garchomp wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 4); Garchomp hits Metagross for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.

Who would win a battle, Metagross or Garchomp?

Garchomp has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Garchomp is faster (102 vs 70 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Metagross or Garchomp have better stats?

They tie on base stat total at 600. Metagross wins 4 individual stats, Garchomp wins 2. Metagross is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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