Tyranitar vs Absol: Which Is Better?

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

Tyranitar
#248
Tyranitar
Rock Dark
Armor Pokémon
Absol
#359
Absol
Dark
Disaster Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

100 HP 65
134 Attack 130
110 Defense 60
95 Sp. Atk 75
100 Sp. Def 60
61 Speed 75
600 Total (BST) 465

Tyranitar wins 5 stats, Absol wins 1 stat.

Tyranitar attacking Absol

1x

Normal effectiveness

Absol attacking Tyranitar

0.5x

Not very effective

Physical Attributes

 TyranitarAbsol
Height2.0m1.2m
Weight202.0kg47.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Tyranitar

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

  • Tyranitar has a higher base stat total (600 vs 465).
  • Tyranitar wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
  • Tyranitar hits Absol for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Tyranitar is ranked #101 (on 0.1% of teams), Absol is outside the usage rankings.

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

Tyranitar vs Absol — FAQ

Is Tyranitar better than Absol?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Tyranitar is the better overall pick. Tyranitar has a higher base stat total (600 vs 465); Tyranitar wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Tyranitar or Absol?

Tyranitar has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Absol is faster (75 vs 61 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Tyranitar or Absol have better stats?

Tyranitar has the higher base stat total (600 vs 465). Tyranitar is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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