Rhydon vs Tyranitar: Which Is Better?

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

Rhydon
#112
Rhydon
Ground Rock
Drill Pokémon
Tyranitar
#248
Tyranitar
Rock Dark
Armor Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

105 HP 100
130 Attack 134
120 Defense 110
45 Sp. Atk 95
45 Sp. Def 100
40 Speed 61
485 Total (BST) 600

Rhydon wins 2 stats, Tyranitar wins 4 stats.

Rhydon attacking Tyranitar

2x

Super effective!

Tyranitar attacking Rhydon

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 RhydonTyranitar
Height1.9m2.0m
Weight120.0kg202.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Tyranitar

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

  • Tyranitar has a higher base stat total (600 vs 485).
  • Tyranitar wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Tyranitar is faster (61 vs 40 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Rhydon is outside the usage rankings, Tyranitar is ranked #101 (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.

Rhydon vs Tyranitar — FAQ

Is Rhydon better than Tyranitar?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Tyranitar is the better overall pick. Tyranitar has a higher base stat total (600 vs 485); Tyranitar wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Rhydon or Tyranitar?

Rhydon has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Tyranitar is faster (61 vs 40 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Rhydon or Tyranitar have better stats?

Tyranitar has the higher base stat total (600 vs 485). Tyranitar is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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