Ninetales vs Alakazam: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: it's a close call — Ninetales and Alakazam are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.

Ninetales
#038
Ninetales
Fire
Fox Pokémon
Alakazam
#065
Alakazam
Psychic
Psi Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

73 HP 55
76 Attack 50
75 Defense 45
81 Sp. Atk 135
100 Sp. Def 95
100 Speed 120
505 Total (BST) 500

Ninetales wins 4 stats, Alakazam wins 2 stats.

Ninetales attacking Alakazam

1x

Normal effectiveness

Alakazam attacking Ninetales

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 NinetalesAlakazam
Height1.1m1.5m
Weight19.9kg48.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

It's a close call. Ninetales and Alakazam are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Alakazam if you want the stronger attacker, or Ninetales for more bulk.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Ninetales is ranked #75 (on 0.3% of teams), Alakazam 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.

Ninetales vs Alakazam — FAQ

Is Ninetales better than Alakazam?

This is a close matchup — Ninetales and Alakazam 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, Ninetales or Alakazam?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Alakazam is faster (120 vs 100 base Speed) and usually moves first. Alakazam hits harder (135 vs 81 best attacking stat).

Does Ninetales or Alakazam have better stats?

Ninetales has the higher base stat total (505 vs 500). Ninetales is bulkier, while Alakazam hits harder.

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