Scizor vs Palkia: Which Is Better?

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

Scizor
#212
Scizor
Bug Steel
Pincer Pokémon
Palkia
#484
Palkia
Water Dragon
Spatial Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

70 HP 90
130 Attack 120
100 Defense 100
55 Sp. Atk 150
80 Sp. Def 120
65 Speed 100
500 Total (BST) 680

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

Scizor attacking Palkia

1x

Normal effectiveness

Palkia attacking Scizor

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 ScizorPalkia
Height1.8m4.2m
Weight118.0kg336.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Palkia

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

  • Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 500).
  • Palkia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
  • Palkia is faster (100 vs 65 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Scizor is outside the usage rankings, Palkia is ranked #98 (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.

Scizor vs Palkia — FAQ

Is Scizor better than Palkia?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Palkia is the better overall pick. Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 500); Palkia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Scizor or Palkia?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Palkia is faster (100 vs 65 base Speed) and usually moves first. Palkia hits harder (150 vs 130 best attacking stat).

Does Scizor or Palkia have better stats?

Palkia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 500). Palkia is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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