Mew vs Darkrai: Which Is Better?

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

Mew
#151
Mew
Psychic
New Species Pokémon
Darkrai
#491
Darkrai
Dark
Pitch-Black Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

100 HP 70
100 Attack 90
100 Defense 90
100 Sp. Atk 135
100 Sp. Def 90
100 Speed 125
600 Total (BST) 600

Mew wins 4 stats, Darkrai wins 2 stats.

Mew attacking Darkrai

Immune (0x)

Darkrai is immune

Darkrai attacking Mew

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 MewDarkrai
Height0.4m1.5m
Weight4.0kg50.5kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Darkrai

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

  • Darkrai wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 4).
  • Darkrai hits Mew for 2x damage while only taking 0x back.
  • Darkrai is faster (125 vs 100 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Mew vs Darkrai — FAQ

Is Mew better than Darkrai?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Darkrai is the better overall pick. Darkrai wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 4); Darkrai hits Mew for 2x damage while only taking 0x back.

Who would win a battle, Mew or Darkrai?

Darkrai has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0x in return. Darkrai is faster (125 vs 100 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Mew or Darkrai have better stats?

They tie on base stat total at 600. Mew wins 4 individual stats, Darkrai wins 2. Mew is bulkier, while Darkrai hits harder.

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