Palkia vs Greninja: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Palkia wins 5 stats, Greninja wins 1 stat.
Palkia attacking Greninja
Normal effectiveness
Greninja attacking Palkia
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Palkia | Greninja | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 4.2m | 1.5m |
| Weight | 336.0kg | 40.0kg |
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 530).
- Palkia wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Palkia is ranked #98 (on 0.1% of teams), Greninja is ranked #108 (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.
Palkia vs Greninja — FAQ
Is Palkia better than Greninja?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Palkia is the better overall pick. Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 530); Palkia wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Palkia or Greninja?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Greninja is faster (122 vs 100 base Speed) and usually moves first. Palkia hits harder (150 vs 103 best attacking stat).
Does Palkia or Greninja have better stats?
Palkia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 530). Palkia is both bulkier and stronger offensively.