Pikachu vs Raichu: Stats, Type Matchups & Which Is Better
Base Stats
| Pikachu | Stat | Raichu |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | HP | 60 |
| 55 | Attack | 90 |
| 40 | Defense | 55 |
| 50 | Sp. Atk | 90 |
| 50 | Sp. Def | 80 |
| 90 | Speed | 110 |
| 320 | Total | 485 |
Stat Spread
- Pikachu
- Raichu
Quick Verdict
Neither gets a type edge — both trade blows at 0.5×. Raichu hits harder, its Attack of 90 topping the other's 55 by 35. Raichu outspeeds by 20 points (110 vs 90) and moves first. Raichu is the bulkier wall, 70 points ahead on combined HP/Def/Sp.Def (195 vs 125).
Type Matchup
Pikachu → Raichu: 0.5×
Raichu → Pikachu: 0.5×
Pikachu
Weak toGround 2×
ResistsElectric 0.5×Steel 0.5×
Raichu
Weak toGround 2×
ResistsElectric 0.5×Steel 0.5×
Pikachu vs common attackers: takes super-effective hits from Ground (2×), but resists Electric (0.5×). Raichu vs common attackers: takes super-effective hits from Ground (2×), but resists Electric (0.5×).
Which Should You Pick?
Choose Pikachu if…
- you like its Electric typing or design
Choose Raichu if…
- you want the bigger hitter — Attack 90 vs 55
- you want to move first — 20 more Speed
- you want to eat hits — 70 more combined bulk
- you value raw HP (60)