Zoroark vs Greninja: Which Is Better?

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

Zoroark
#571
Zoroark
Dark
Illusion Fox Pokémon
Greninja
#658
Greninja
Water Dark
Ninja Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

60 HP 72
105 Attack 95
60 Defense 67
120 Sp. Atk 103
60 Sp. Def 71
105 Speed 122
510 Total (BST) 530

Zoroark wins 2 stats, Greninja wins 4 stats.

Zoroark attacking Greninja

0.5x

Not very effective

Greninja attacking Zoroark

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 ZoroarkGreninja
Height1.6m1.5m
Weight81.1kg40.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Greninja

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

  • Greninja has a higher base stat total (530 vs 510).
  • Greninja wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Greninja hits Zoroark for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Greninja is faster (122 vs 105 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Zoroark is outside the usage rankings, Greninja is ranked #108 (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.

Zoroark vs Greninja — FAQ

Is Zoroark better than Greninja?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Greninja is the better overall pick. Greninja has a higher base stat total (530 vs 510); Greninja wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Zoroark or Greninja?

Greninja has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Greninja is faster (122 vs 105 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Zoroark or Greninja have better stats?

Greninja has the higher base stat total (530 vs 510). Greninja is bulkier, while Zoroark hits harder.

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