Salamence vs Cinderace: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Salamence is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Salamence wins 5 stats, Cinderace wins 1 stat.
Salamence attacking Cinderace
Normal effectiveness
Cinderace attacking Salamence
Not very effective
Physical Attributes
| Salamence | Cinderace | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.5m | 1.4m |
| Weight | 102.6kg | 33.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Salamence is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Salamence has a higher base stat total (600 vs 530).
- Salamence wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Salamence hits Cinderace for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Salamence is ranked #102 (on 0.1% of teams), Cinderace 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.
Salamence vs Cinderace — FAQ
Is Salamence better than Cinderace?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Salamence is the better overall pick. Salamence has a higher base stat total (600 vs 530); Salamence wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Salamence or Cinderace?
Salamence has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Cinderace is faster (119 vs 100 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Salamence or Cinderace have better stats?
Salamence has the higher base stat total (600 vs 530). Salamence is both bulkier and stronger offensively.