Snorlax vs Garchomp: Which Is Better?

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

Snorlax
#143
Snorlax
Normal
Sleeping Pokémon
Garchomp
#445
Garchomp
Dragon Ground
Mach Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

160 HP 108
110 Attack 130
65 Defense 95
65 Sp. Atk 80
110 Sp. Def 85
30 Speed 102
540 Total (BST) 600

Snorlax wins 2 stats, Garchomp wins 4 stats.

Snorlax attacking Garchomp

1x

Normal effectiveness

Garchomp attacking Snorlax

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 SnorlaxGarchomp
Height2.1m1.9m
Weight460.0kg95.0kg

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 540).
  • Garchomp wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Garchomp is faster (102 vs 30 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Snorlax 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.

Snorlax vs Garchomp — FAQ

Is Snorlax 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 540); Garchomp wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Snorlax or Garchomp?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Garchomp is faster (102 vs 30 base Speed) and usually moves first. Garchomp hits harder (130 vs 110 best attacking stat).

Does Snorlax or Garchomp have better stats?

Garchomp has the higher base stat total (600 vs 540). Snorlax is bulkier, while Garchomp hits harder.

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