Why is Salamence better than Dragonite?

Salamence is usually considered better because it's faster, stronger (if only by just a bit, on the Physical side) and Intimidate and higher HP means that it has around the same bulk except on the Special side.
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What Pokémon is better than Dragonite?

Although a regular Salamence is considerably better than a regular Dragonite, while in its Shadow form, the latter just about comes out on top. Its DPS is a little lower, but its higher total damage output is more than enough to make up the difference.
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Which is better, Dragonite Salamence or Garchomp?

If it's for Standard competitive play, Garchomp is banned. And in my opinion, Salamence is superior to Dragonite. If it's in-game, Garchomp would be the best.
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What Pokémon is better than Salamence?

Dragonite has higher speed than Salamence and can learn a variety of moves. Dragonite could take down a Salamence in One Hit with Ice Beam, or Outrage (Do a couple of Dragon Dances first) Salamence can mega evolve, but Dragonite would still win the match.
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Why is Salamence so good?

Mega Salamence is an offensive powerhouse thanks to a high Attack stat, access to Dragon Dance, and a powerful ability in Aerilate to help bolster its Normal-type attacks into stronger Flying-type STAB attacks.
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Which is better, Salamence or Dragonite?

Salamence is usually considered better because it's faster, stronger (if only by just a bit, on the Physical side) and Intimidate and higher HP means that it has around the same bulk except on the Special side.
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Who is Salamence weak against?

Salamence Weaknesses

This tier 3 Battle Raid boss is a Dragon- and Flying-type, which means that Salamence is 2x weak to Ice-type and also weak to Dragon-, Fairy-, and Rock-type moves.
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Should I use Salamence or Garchomp?

Both of them are AMAZING, but I prefer Garchomp for its higher unboosted speed, better offensive STABs, and appearance... Salamence is still amazing for its abilities, mixed sets, and ability to boost with or without dragon dance (thanks to moxie, which complements dragon dance sets too). Half man half cereal.
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What beats Dragonite?

The best Pokemon Go Dragonite counters are Shadow Mamoswine, Shadow Mewtwo, Galarian Darmanitan, Baxcalibur, Mega Gardevoir & Mega Glalie. Login to see your custom results!
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Which is better Salamence or Metagross?

Though Salamence is faster, he can't pull Intimidate on Metagross due to its Clear Body, and its high Defense would help it withstand an Earthquake.
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Whose Dragonite is the strongest?

Definitely one of his strongest Pokémon.
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Can Salamence defeat Garchomp?

They are so even competitively that one could beat the other depending who switches into the other first. One on one Garchomp would probably win, but that`s a huge PROBABLY. Salamence would win no question in addition to sweeping most, if not all, the opponent`s team if it gets in a Dragon Dance or 2.
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Which Dragon type Pokémon is the strongest?

The 19 Strongest Dragon Pokemon, Ranked
  • 8 Baxcalibur. ...
  • 7 Hydreigon. ...
  • 6 Salamence. ...
  • 5 Roaring Moon. ...
  • 4 Dragonite. ...
  • 3 Garchomp. ...
  • 2 Dragapult. ...
  • 1 Dracovish. If you have not already heard, this goofy master of dragons may look like a frightening abomination but it is a competitive game-changer.
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Why is Dragonite the best?

Dragonite is considered to be one of the best Pokémon for competitive battling in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Whether you're in singles or doubles battling, Dragonite's Attack is its biggest strength, and while the rest of his stats don't excel compared to other Pokémon, he is ranked 5th overall in total stat value.
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Who is better Greninja or Dragonite?

If we were to judge by overall stats, Dragonite clearly takes the W because obviously it has higher overall stats of 600 compared to Greninja's 530 and also it's a Pseudo Legendary so it is bound to have better stats.
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Who is stronger Pikachu or Dragonite?

Pikachu simply has more voltage and special attack than a level 10 dragonite, you can even double that output to slightly more powerful than Raichu if you get Pikachu a Light Ball. Heck with that level difference Pikachu could one-shot poor Dragonite with a tackle.
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Who kills Dragonite?

Dragonite is 4x weak to ice, so pretty much any pokemon that can learn a high powered ice move will destroy it. As would most fairy types and faster pokemon with dragon moves.
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Can Charizard beat Dragonite?

Stat-wise, the base stats of Charizard is 534 while that of Dragonite is 600. Charizard only outperform Dragonite in Speed, but is deplorably outdone by Dragonite in HP, Attack, Defense, Special Attack and Special Defense.
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What is Dragonite most powerful moves?

The best moves for Dragonite are Dragon Tail/Dragon Breath and Dragon Claw/Outrage/Draco Meteor.
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Who is stronger than Salamence?

Even though Salamence and Dragonite are very strong Pusedo Legendary Pokemon, Dragonite is better. Dragonite has higher speed than Salamence and can learn a variety of moves.
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Should I use Salamence or Dragonite?

Salamence also eclipses Dragonite in terms of Offensive Total Damage Output with Dragon Tail and the hypothetical Draco Meteor. On Defense, Dragonite still outperforms Salamence, and keep in mind it does get better gym placement as well.
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Is Salamence better than gyarados?

Gyarados is a lot slower and its offense isn't as powerful as Salamence's so it can provide you with a better challenge. If you really want to make battles harder for yourself, try using physical sweepers from the UU category.
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Why is Salamence so bad?

While the move is strong, Salamence's stat distribution holds it back from becoming a strong contender in any of the main GO Battle League formats. In the Great League, it ranks 800, 613 in the Ultra, and 173 in the Master League. Even at its best, it can only perform respectably when given a shield advantage.
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Is Palkia actually weak against Salamence?

Palkia counters and weaknesses in Pokémon Go

Palkia type: Water and Dragon-type. Palkia is weak against: Dragon and Fairy-type attacks. Palkia is resistant to: Fire, Water and Steel-type attacks. Palkia Mega counters: Mega Rayquaza, Mega Salamence or Mega Gardevoir.
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Is Salamence a pseudo-legendary?

Notable Salamence Users

Being one of the best Pseudo-Legendary Pokemon, Salamence has found a place on numerous high-level teams.
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