Suicune vs Palkia: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Suicune wins 2 stats, Palkia wins 4 stats.
Suicune attacking Palkia
Not very effective
Palkia attacking Suicune
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Suicune | Palkia | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 2.0m | 4.2m |
| Weight | 187.0kg | 336.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 580).
- Palkia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
- Palkia hits Suicune for 1x damage while only taking 0.25x back.
- Palkia is faster (100 vs 85 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Suicune 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.
Suicune vs Palkia — FAQ
Is Suicune 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 580); Palkia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Who would win a battle, Suicune or Palkia?
Palkia has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.25x in return. Palkia is faster (100 vs 85 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Suicune or Palkia have better stats?
Palkia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 580). Suicune is bulkier, while Palkia hits harder.