Tyranitar vs Gallade: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Tyranitar and Gallade are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Tyranitar wins 4 stats, Gallade wins 2 stats.
Tyranitar attacking Gallade
Normal effectiveness
Gallade attacking Tyranitar
Super effective!
Physical Attributes
| Tyranitar | Gallade | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 2.0m | 1.6m |
| Weight | 202.0kg | 52.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Tyranitar and Gallade are evenly matched on base stats. Pick Tyranitar if you want the stronger attacker, or Tyranitar for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Tyranitar is ranked #101 (on 0.1% of teams), Gallade is ranked #65 (on 0.4% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Tyranitar vs Gallade — FAQ
Is Tyranitar better than Gallade?
This is a close matchup — Tyranitar and Gallade are evenly matched on base stats. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.
Who would win a battle, Tyranitar or Gallade?
Gallade has the type advantage — it deals 4x damage while taking 1x in return. Gallade is faster (80 vs 61 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Tyranitar or Gallade have better stats?
Tyranitar has the higher base stat total (600 vs 518). Tyranitar is both bulkier and stronger offensively.