Suicune vs Salamence: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Salamence is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Suicune wins 3 stats, Salamence wins 3 stats.
Suicune attacking Salamence
Not very effective
Salamence attacking Suicune
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Suicune | Salamence | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 2.0m | 1.5m |
| Weight | 187.0kg | 102.6kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Salamence is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Salamence has a higher base stat total (600 vs 580).
- Salamence hits Suicune for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
- Salamence is faster (100 vs 85 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Suicune is outside the usage rankings, Salamence is ranked #102 (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 Salamence — FAQ
Is Suicune better than Salamence?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Salamence is the better overall pick. Salamence has a higher base stat total (600 vs 580); Salamence hits Suicune for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Who would win a battle, Suicune or Salamence?
Salamence has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Salamence is faster (100 vs 85 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Suicune or Salamence have better stats?
Salamence has the higher base stat total (600 vs 580). Suicune is bulkier, while Salamence hits harder.