Palkia vs Giratina Altered: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: it's a close call — Palkia and Giratina Altered are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.

Palkia
#484
Palkia
Water Dragon
Spatial Pokémon
Giratina Altered
#487
Giratina Altered
Ghost Dragon
Renegade Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

90 HP 150
120 Attack 100
100 Defense 120
150 Sp. Atk 100
120 Sp. Def 120
100 Speed 90
680 Total (BST) 680

Palkia wins 3 stats, Giratina Altered wins 2 stats, 1 tied.

Palkia attacking Giratina Altered

2x

Super effective!

Giratina Altered attacking Palkia

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 PalkiaGiratina Altered
Height4.2m4.5m
Weight336.0kg750.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

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

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Palkia is ranked #98 (on 0.1% of teams), Giratina Altered 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.

Palkia vs Giratina Altered — FAQ

Is Palkia better than Giratina Altered?

This is a close matchup — Palkia and Giratina Altered 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, Palkia or Giratina Altered?

Neither has a type advantage (2x both ways). Palkia is faster (100 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first. Palkia hits harder (150 vs 100 best attacking stat).

Does Palkia or Giratina Altered have better stats?

They tie on base stat total at 680. Palkia wins 3 individual stats, Giratina Altered wins 2. Giratina Altered is bulkier, while Palkia hits harder.

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