Metagross vs Palkia: Which Is Better?

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

Metagross
#376
Metagross
Steel Psychic
Iron Leg Pokémon
Palkia
#484
Palkia
Water Dragon
Spatial Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

80 HP 90
135 Attack 120
130 Defense 100
95 Sp. Atk 150
90 Sp. Def 120
70 Speed 100
600 Total (BST) 680

Metagross wins 2 stats, Palkia wins 4 stats.

Metagross attacking Palkia

1x

Normal effectiveness

Palkia attacking Metagross

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 MetagrossPalkia
Height1.6m4.2m
Weight550.0kg336.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Palkia

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

  • Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 600).
  • Palkia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Palkia is faster (100 vs 70 Speed), so it usually moves first.

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

Metagross vs Palkia — FAQ

Is Metagross better than Palkia?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Palkia is the better overall pick. Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 600); Palkia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Metagross or Palkia?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Palkia is faster (100 vs 70 base Speed) and usually moves first. Palkia hits harder (150 vs 135 best attacking stat).

Does Metagross or Palkia have better stats?

Palkia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 600). Palkia is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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