Mew vs Lugia: Which Is Better?

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

Mew
#151
Mew
Psychic
New Species Pokémon
Lugia
#249
Lugia
Psychic Flying
Diving Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

100 HP 106
100 Attack 90
100 Defense 130
100 Sp. Atk 90
100 Sp. Def 154
100 Speed 110
600 Total (BST) 680

Mew wins 2 stats, Lugia wins 4 stats.

Mew attacking Lugia

0.5x

Not very effective

Lugia attacking Mew

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 MewLugia
Height0.4m5.2m
Weight4.0kg216.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Lugia

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

  • Lugia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 600).
  • Lugia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Lugia hits Mew for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Lugia is faster (110 vs 100 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Mew is outside the usage rankings, Lugia is ranked #103 (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.

Mew vs Lugia — FAQ

Is Mew better than Lugia?

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

Who would win a battle, Mew or Lugia?

Lugia has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Lugia is faster (110 vs 100 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Mew or Lugia have better stats?

Lugia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 600). Lugia is bulkier, while Mew hits harder.

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