Zekrom vs Xerneas: Which Is Better?

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

Zekrom
#644
Zekrom
Dragon Electric
Deep Black Pokémon
Xerneas
#716
Xerneas
Fairy
Life Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

100 HP 126
150 Attack 131
120 Defense 95
120 Sp. Atk 131
100 Sp. Def 98
90 Speed 99
680 Total (BST) 680

Zekrom wins 3 stats, Xerneas wins 3 stats.

Zekrom attacking Xerneas

1x

Normal effectiveness

Xerneas attacking Zekrom

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 ZekromXerneas
Height2.9m3.0m
Weight345.0kg215.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Xerneas

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

  • Xerneas hits Zekrom for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
  • Xerneas is faster (99 vs 90 Speed), so it usually moves first.

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

Zekrom vs Xerneas — FAQ

Is Zekrom better than Xerneas?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Xerneas is the better overall pick. Xerneas hits Zekrom for 2x damage while only taking 1x back; Xerneas is faster (99 vs 90 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Who would win a battle, Zekrom or Xerneas?

Xerneas has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Xerneas is faster (99 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Zekrom or Xerneas have better stats?

They tie on base stat total at 680. Zekrom wins 3 individual stats, Xerneas wins 3. Zekrom is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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