Palkia vs Solgaleo: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Palkia and Solgaleo are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Palkia wins 3 stats, Solgaleo wins 3 stats.
Palkia attacking Solgaleo
Normal effectiveness
Solgaleo attacking Palkia
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Palkia | Solgaleo | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 4.2m | 3.4m |
| Weight | 336.0kg | 230.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Palkia and Solgaleo are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Palkia if you want the stronger attacker, or Solgaleo for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Palkia is ranked #98 (on 0.1% of teams), Solgaleo 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 Solgaleo — FAQ
Is Palkia better than Solgaleo?
This is a close matchup — Palkia and Solgaleo 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 Solgaleo?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Palkia is faster (100 vs 97 base Speed) and usually moves first. Palkia hits harder (150 vs 137 best attacking stat).
Does Palkia or Solgaleo have better stats?
They tie on base stat total at 680. Palkia wins 3 individual stats, Solgaleo wins 3. Solgaleo is bulkier, while Palkia hits harder.