Scizor vs Garchomp: Which Is Better?

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

Scizor
#212
Scizor
Bug Steel
Pincer Pokémon
Garchomp
#445
Garchomp
Dragon Ground
Mach Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

70 HP 108
130 Attack 130
100 Defense 95
55 Sp. Atk 80
80 Sp. Def 85
65 Speed 102
500 Total (BST) 600

Scizor wins 1 stat, Garchomp wins 4 stats, 1 tied.

Scizor attacking Garchomp

1x

Normal effectiveness

Garchomp attacking Scizor

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 ScizorGarchomp
Height1.8m1.9m
Weight118.0kg95.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Garchomp

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

  • Garchomp has a higher base stat total (600 vs 500).
  • Garchomp wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
  • Garchomp is faster (102 vs 65 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Scizor is outside the usage rankings, Garchomp is ranked #88 (on 0.2% of teams).

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Scizor vs Garchomp — FAQ

Is Scizor better than Garchomp?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Garchomp is the better overall pick. Garchomp has a higher base stat total (600 vs 500); Garchomp wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Scizor or Garchomp?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Garchomp is faster (102 vs 65 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Scizor or Garchomp have better stats?

Garchomp has the higher base stat total (600 vs 500). Garchomp is bulkier.

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