We have compiled a list of the top contenders for each of the 18 Strongest Pokemon types.
There are a total of 18 different types to choose from in the Pokemon world. Certainly, each of these options has its own set of pros and cons, but there is always one that stands out among the rest.
A common question that often comes up is, “Which Pokemon is the Most Powerful?” Well, answering that question is quite challenging since it really depends on the specific situation.
On the other hand, if you’re in search of a specific type of Pokemon, it becomes somewhat simpler to narrow down your options.
Based on the statistics, we have determined a definitive winner (or a tie) for each category.
In this ranking, we will also mention some honorable mentions.
Here Are Some Of The Strongest Pokemon Of All Type
Normal: Arceus
Arceus has the unique ability to transform into any type, but its base form is Normal-type.
It boasts an impressive total of 720 points in stats, making it one of the most powerful Pokemon in existence.
When it comes to ranking the best Pokemon of each type, Arceus definitely stands out.
With its ability to change types using different plates, it has the potential to dominate in multiple categories.
Honorable Mentions:
- Slaking (670)
- Regigigas (670)
- Meloetta (600)
- Mega Kangaskhan (590)
Poison: Eternatus
Eternatus stands out as the top Poison-type Pokemon in the series, offering a fresh addition to the lineup.
Boasting a base stat total of 690, this Poison/Dragon-type Pokemon surpasses its predecessor, Mega Venusaur, whose base stat total is 625.
Eternatus indeed boasts its formidable Eternamax form, boasting an astonishing base stat total of 1,125, the highest among all Pokemon.
Honorable Mentions:
- Mega Venusaur (620)
- Mega Gengar (600)
- Nihilego (570)
- Guzzlord (570)
- Okidogi, Munkidori, Fezandipiti (555)
Psychic: Mega Mewtwo X And Y
The two Mega Evolutions of this Pokemon stand out not only as the most powerful Psychic-types, but also as contenders for the title of strongest Pokemon overall (excluding the unobtainable Eternamax Eternatus), boasting an impressive base stat total of 780 each.
Undoubtedly, the two possess unique stat spreads that set them apart from each other (along with designs of varying quality), but when combined, they reign supreme as the ultimate Psychic-types.
Honorable Mentions:
- Ultra Necrozma (754)
- Mega Metagross (700)
- Mega Latias and Mega Latios (700)
Grass: Mega Sceptile
Starter Pokemon are known for their impressive strength, and those that have been granted Mega Evolutions are often considered to be among the most powerful of their type.
Mega Sceptile (630) emerges as the top contender among Grass-types, just edging out Mega Venusaur (625).
Sceptile, first introduced in Generation III, was given a Mega Evolution in Gen VI, just like its Hoenn Starters companions Blaziken and Swampert.
After three generations, no Pokemon has managed to surpass Mega Sceptile’s reign as the ultimate grass-type champion.
Honorable Mentions:
- Mega Venusaur (620)
- Celebi (600)
- Shaymin (600)
- Zarude (600)
- Mega Abomasnow (594)
Ground: Primal Groudon
Primal Groudon, the enhanced form of one of the three Hoenn Legendaries, reigns supreme as the top Ground-type Pokemon on this list.
Primal Groudon is an incredibly powerful opponent. Boasting an impressive base stat total of 770, it secures the second spot alongside Primal Kyogre as one of the highest base stat totals among all obtainable Pokemon.
Primal Groudon is undeniably one of the most formidable Pokemon in the Pokemon universe, thanks to its incredible power to shape new landmasses.
Honorable Mentions:
- Zygarde Complete Form (708)
- Mega Garchomp (700)
- Groudon (700)
- Mega Swampert (635)
- Mega Steelix (610)
Ice: Black Kyurem And White Kyurem
Although Kyurem’s base form doesn’t make the cut, Kyurem Black and Kyurem White stand out as the most powerful Ice-type Pokemon in the game.
Although Mega Sceptile has received praise for maintaining its position since Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the Kyurem twins have also managed to hold their ground since Generation V!
Although they have identical total stats of 700, their rankings in the metagame are quite distinct. Kyurem Black is a strong choice in the OU tier, while Kyurem White has a unique role in the Ubers tier.
Honorable Mentions:
- Ice Rider Calyrex (680)
- Kyurem (660)
- Baxcalibur (600)
- Mega Abomasnow (594)
Fire: Primal Groudon
It’s returned with a vengeance. One interesting thing you’ll find is that certain Pokemon are actually a combination of two types.
Take Primal Groudon for example, who happens to be the strongest Pokemon in both the Ground and Fire types.
Nevertheless, Primal Groudon effortlessly surpasses the Fire-types in second place (Ho-oh and Reshiram, both at 680).
Ground-types, on the other hand, are not too far behind, with Zygarde’s Complete Form at 708 and Mega Garchomp right on its tail at a solid 700.
Honorable Mentions:
- Ho-oh (680)
- Reshiram (680)
- Mega Charizard X and Mega Charizard Y (634)
- Mega Blaziken (630)
Rock: Mega Tyranitar And Mega Diancie
Mega Evolutions are incredibly popular in lists like these, and Rock-types are no exception. Mega Diancie and Mega Tyranitar both have a base stat total of 700, making them equally powerful.
Both of them are highly skilled in physical defense, with Mega Diancie boasting a defense stat of 160 and Mega Tyranitar surpassing it with a defense stat of 164.
It will take quite a bit of effort to defeat these formidable Rock-types.
Honorable Mentions:
- Mega Aggron (630)
- Tyranitar and Diancie (600)
Dragon: Mega Rayquaza
Mega Rayquaza is incredibly powerful. This Pokemon has an impressive total base stat of 780, which puts it on par with Mewtwo’s Mega forms.
It’s worth noting that the unobtainable Eternamax Eternatus holds the highest base stats in the game.
I was wondering, which Pokemon is considered the strongest?
From a technical standpoint, the unobtainable Eternamax Eternatus would hold the top spot, but in terms of friendly competition, Mega Rayquaza takes the crown.
It has the same stats as Mega Mewtwo X and Mega Mewtwo Y, but it can Mega Evolve without needing to hold a Mega Stone.
Honorable Mentions:
- Ultra Necrozma (754)
- Zygarde Complete form (708)
- Mega Salamence and Mega Garchomp (700)
- Mega Latios and Mega Latias (700)
- Kyurem White and Kyurem Black (700)
- Eternatus (690)
Water: Primal Kyogre
Similar to its counterpart, Primal Kyogre secures a place on the list as the most formidable Water-type Pokemon available.
This Pokemon is extremely powerful, and its Primordial Sea ability is highly valuable in the game, making it a significant threat in the Uber and VGC formats.
With an impressive base stat total of 770, very few Water-types can even come close to matching its power.
Honorable Mentions:
- Palkia (680)
- Kyogre (670)
- Palafin Hero Form (650)
- Mega Gyarados and Ash-Greninja (640)
Bug: Genesect, Mega Heracross, Mega Scizor, And Mega Pinsir
Many people tend to underestimate the value of Bug-types, often dismissing them as weak and lacking in utility.
Nevertheless, these Bug-types appear to be determined to challenge that perception.
Four Pokémon, namely Genesect, Mega Pinsir, Mega Heracross, and Mega Scizor, all have a base stat total of 600, making them tied for this spot.
Each type of typing has its own unique uses and should not be underestimated.
Honorable Mentions:
- Buzzwole, Pheramosa, and Slither Wing (570)
- Volcarona (550)
- Golisopod (530)
- Centiskorch (525)
Dark: Mega Tyranitar
It’s nice to see you again! Mega Tyranitar is an impressive force that secures a second spot on the list, this time representing the Dark-type.
Tyranitar is truly a formidable opponent, even surpassing Yveltal, the fearsome harbinger of death.
Yveltal and Mega Tyranitar have different base stat totals, with Yveltal having a standard total of 680 and Mega Tyranitar surpassing it with a total of 700.
Some other Pokemon also have a similar total base stat, like Lunala and Hoopa Unbound, which are tied with Yveltal at 680.
Honorable Mentions:
- Yveltal (680)
- Hoopa Unbound (680)
- Mega Gyarados (640)
- Ash-Greninja (640)
- Mega Houndoom, Hydreigon, and Zarude (600)
Steel: Zacian (Crowned Sword), Zamazenta (Crowned Shield), And Mega Metagross
Two newer Pokemon have joined this spot, replacing Mega Metagross. Zacian and Zamazenta, in their Crowned forms, boast an impressive base stat total of 700.
Zacian and Zamazenta have different types. Zacian is a Steel/Fairy-type, while Zamazenta is a Steel/Fighting-type.
The trio, along with Arceus, share the fourth-highest base stat total among all obtainable Pokemon.
Honorable Mentions:
- Dialga, Solgaleo, and Dusk Mane Necrozma (680)
- Solgaleo and Dusk Mane Necrozma (680)
- Zacian and Zamazenta (680)
- Mega Aggron (630)
Fighting: Mega Mewtwo X
Mega Mewtwo X possesses an additional typing, which happens to be Fighting. With an impressive base stat total of 780, this Pokemon stands out as the most powerful Fighting-type in the game.
With its impressive attack stat of 190, this Pokémon is a force to be reckoned with in battle.
Mewtwo’s impressive versatility makes it an invaluable addition to any team, solidifying its position as one of the most formidable Pokemon, no doubt about it.
Honorable Mentions:
Ghost: Giratina Altered Form, Giratina Origin Form, Lunala, Dawn Wings Necrozma, And Shadow Rider Calyrex
This spot is occupied by a diverse group of individuals, consisting of both familiar and fresh faces.
In the Ghost-type spot, we have a variety of powerful Pokémon to choose from.
There’s Giratina’s Altered Form and Origin Form, Lunala, Dawn Wings Necrozma (which is Lunala fused with Necrozma), and Shadow Rider Calyrex.
These Pokémon bring a haunting presence to any team.
All five of these ghosties have an impressive base stat total of 680, showcasing significant variations in their secondary typing and stat distribution.
Honorable Mentions:
- Mega Gengar (600)
- Hoopa Confined and Marshadow (600)
- Dragapult (600)
Flying: Mega Rayquaza
This incredibly powerful Legendary has made its return, and it is now representing the Flying-type.
Being the strongest Flying-type and overall Pokemon in the game, it has become a must-have on every VGC and AG team.
The power of this Pokemon is enhanced by its unique ability, Delta Stream.
Mega Rayquaza is widely recognized as a formidable presence in Pokemon battles, standing unrivaled as the most powerful Pokemon available. Its reputation speaks for itself, leaving little more to be said.
Honorable Mentions:
- Mega Salamence (700)
- Lugia, Ho-oh, Yveltal, Rayquaza (680)
Electric: Zekrom
Zekrom is widely regarded as the most powerful Electric Pokemon in the game, surpassing all others by a significant margin.
The box art legendary of Pokemon Black features a dual-typing with Dragon.
Surprisingly, its base stat total matches the standard 680 for most box Legendaries, although it may not be as impressive as some other Pokemon on this list.
Honorable Mentions:
- Miraidon (670)
- Mega Ampharos (610)
- Zeraora (600)
Fairy: Zacian (Crowned Sword)
Crowned Sword Zacian has now surpassed Mega Diancie as the strongest Fairy-type Pokémon.
As mentioned before, Crowned Zacian boasts an impressive base stat total of 700.
With an impressive base stat total, this Pokémon also boasts the highest base Attack and base Speed among all Fairy-types, allowing it to strike swiftly and with great force.
Honorable Mentions:
- Mega Diancie (700)
- Xerneas (680)
- Zacian (660)
- Mega Gardevoir (618)
