Samurott vs Greninja: Which Is Better?

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

Samurott
#503
Samurott
Water
Formidable Pokémon
Greninja
#658
Greninja
Water Dark
Ninja Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

95 HP 72
100 Attack 95
85 Defense 67
108 Sp. Atk 103
70 Sp. Def 71
70 Speed 122
528 Total (BST) 530

Samurott wins 4 stats, Greninja wins 2 stats.

Samurott attacking Greninja

0.5x

Not very effective

Greninja attacking Samurott

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 SamurottGreninja
Height1.5m1.5m
Weight94.6kg40.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Greninja

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

  • Greninja has a higher base stat total (530 vs 528).
  • Greninja wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 4).
  • Greninja hits Samurott for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Greninja is faster (122 vs 70 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Samurott is outside the usage rankings, 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.

Samurott vs Greninja — FAQ

Is Samurott better than Greninja?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Greninja is the better overall pick. Greninja has a higher base stat total (530 vs 528); Greninja wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 4).

Who would win a battle, Samurott or Greninja?

Greninja has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Greninja is faster (122 vs 70 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Samurott or Greninja have better stats?

Greninja has the higher base stat total (530 vs 528). Samurott is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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