#0006 Mega Y

Mega Charizard Y

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Fire Flying
Max CP 5,037 Fire Spin + Blast Burn Sunny Windy
Charmeleon | Squirtle
Mega Charizard Y Pokemon GO sprite Mega

Mega Charizard Y is a Fire/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#6, Generation 1). With a max CP of 5,037 and base stats of 319/212/186 (Atk/Def/Sta), Mega Charizard Y has a total stat product of 717. Mega Charizard Y's best moveset is Fire Spin and Blast Burn, making it a competitive Fire-type attacker for raids.

Mega Charizard Y is weak to Rock, Electric, Water-type moves (double weak to Rock). It resists Bug, Grass, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Ground, Steel-type attacks. Mega Charizard Y is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
5,037
Lv.40: 4,455 Lv.50: 5,037
Attack 319
Defense 212
Stamina 186
Total 717
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 1 · Kanto 2nd Move: 10,000 Dust · 25 Candy
Fire type

Type Chart

Weak to
Rock
Rock
2x +156%
Electric
Electric
+60%
Water
Water
+60%

Rankings

Raid Attacker
Fire type
Fire type
Fire Attacker
S
#3
20.2
DPS
393
TDO
0 type Fire Spin
Fire type Blast Burn
PvP Battle
Great League
A
#30
66.92% Win Rate
Fire type Ember
Fire type Overheat
Ideal IVs 0/11/14
Ultra League
S
#2
75.00% Win Rate
Flying type Wing Attack
Fire type Overheat
Ideal IVs 1/15/15
Master League
S
#2
75.00% Win Rate
Flying type Wing Attack
Fire type Overheat
Ideal IVs 15/15/15

Moves

Fast Moves

Flying
Air Slash STAB
12
DPS
12.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Windy
Fire
Fire Spin STAB
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 9 EN 1.0s DUR 9 EPS Sunny
Dragon
Dragon Breath Elite
12
DPS
6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Windy
Fire
Ember STAB Elite
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Sunny
Flying
Wing Attack STAB Elite
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 11 EN 1.0s DUR 11 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Flying
Air Cutter STAB Buff
22
DPS
55.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Dragon
Dragon Claw
30
DPS
45.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR
Fire
Fire Blast STAB
35
DPS
140.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR
Fire
Overheat STAB Buff
40
DPS
160.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR
Fire
Blast Burn STAB Elite
34.3
DPS
120.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR
Fire
Flamethrower STAB Elite
32.5
DPS
65.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Mega Charizard Y's best offensive moveset is Fire Spin combined with Blast Burn, achieving 20.2 DPS and 393 TDO as a Fire-type attacker (ranked #3, Tier S).

In Great League PvP, Mega Charizard Y runs Ember and Overheat, ranked #30 (Tier A) with a 66.92% win rate. In Ultra League PvP, Mega Charizard Y runs Wing Attack and Overheat, ranked #2 (Tier S) with a 75.00% win rate. In Master League PvP, Mega Charizard Y runs Wing Attack and Overheat, ranked #2 (Tier S) with a 75.00% win rate. Mega Charizard Y has access to 5 fast moves and 6 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Fire Spin (13 DPS), while Wing Attack generates energy the fastest (11 EPS). Note that Blast Burn, Flamethrower are Elite TM moves and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Evolution

Charmander Pokemon GO
Charmander
25 Candy
Charmeleon Pokemon GO
Charmeleon
Charmeleon Pokemon GO
Charmeleon
100 Candy
Charizard Pokemon GO
Charizard
Charizard Pokemon GO
Charizard
200 Mega Energy
Mega Charizard X Pokemon GO
Mega Charizard X Mega X
Charizard Pokemon GO
Charizard
200 Mega Energy
Mega Charizard Y Pokemon GO
Mega Charizard Y Mega Y

Forms & Variants

Charmander Pokemon GO
Charmander
Shadow Charmander Pokemon GO
Shadow Charmander Shadow
Charmeleon Pokemon GO
Charmeleon
Shadow Charmeleon Pokemon GO
Shadow Charmeleon Shadow
Mega Charizard X Pokemon GO
Mega Charizard X Mega X
Mega Charizard Y Pokemon GO
Mega Charizard Y Mega Y
Charizard Pokemon GO
Charizard
Shadow Charizard Pokemon GO
Shadow Charizard Shadow

Raid Guide

Mega Charizard Y as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Mega Charizard Y is not currently available as a raid boss. When Mega Charizard Y returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Mega Charizard Y from raids would have 2546 CP at level 20, or 3182 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

View full raid guide →

Best Counters to Beat Mega Charizard Y

Shadow Rampardos
Shadow Rampardos
Smack Down + Rock Slide
44.3 DPS
#1
Mega Diancie
Mega Diancie
Rock Throw + Rock Slide
43.9 DPS
#2
Shadow Tyrantrum
Shadow Tyrantrum
Rock Throw + Meteor Beam
41.0 DPS
#3
Shadow Rhyperior
Shadow Rhyperior
Smack Down + Rock Wrecker
39.6 DPS
#4
Mega Tyranitar
Mega Tyranitar
Smack Down + Stone Edge
39.2 DPS
#5
Shadow Gigalith
Shadow Gigalith
Smack Down + Meteor Beam
39.2 DPS
#6
Shadow Tyranitar
Shadow Tyranitar
Smack Down + Stone Edge
38.0 DPS
#7
Glimmora
Glimmora
Rock Throw + Meteor Beam
37.5 DPS
#8
Mega Aerodactyl
Mega Aerodactyl
Rock Throw + Rock Slide
37.4 DPS
#9
Rampardos
Rampardos
Smack Down + Rock Slide
36.7 DPS
#10

Mega Charizard Y is weak to Rock, Electric, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

Mega Charizard Y as Raid Counter

Mega Charizard Y is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.

Sewaddle
vs
Sewaddle
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
82.8
DPS
#3
 Ferrothorn
vs
Ferrothorn
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
46.1
DPS
#3
 Chespin
vs
Chespin
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
60.5
DPS
#3
 Caterpie
vs
Caterpie
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
116.5
DPS
#3
 Scizor
vs
Scizor
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
56.9
DPS
#3
 Tangela
vs
Tangela
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
38.1
DPS
#3
 Tinkaton
vs
Tinkaton
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
33.1
DPS
#3
 Abomasnow
vs
Abomasnow
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
65.2
DPS
#3
 Treecko
vs
Treecko
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
68.4
DPS
#3
 Eldegoss
vs
Eldegoss
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
30.4
DPS
#3

How to Get Mega Charizard Y

Mega Charizard Y evolves from Charizard using Candy.

Walking Mega Charizard Y as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km. It also earns 15 Mega Energy per km when you have Mega Evolved it before.

To Mega Evolve Mega Charizard Y, you need Mega Energy. The initial Mega Evolution requires 200 Mega Energy, with subsequent Mega Evolutions costing less based on your Mega Level. You can earn Mega Charizard Y's Mega Energy by completing Mega Raids, walking Mega Charizard Y as your buddy (15 Mega Energy per km after the first Mega Evolution), or through special research tasks and events.

Mega Charizard Y Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Mega Charizard Y in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
115 – 3,851 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
115 – 4,169 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
2,510 – 2,609 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
3,122 – 3,246 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
2,510 – 2,609 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,898 – 1,973 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
2,510 – 2,609 CP

A 100% IV Mega Charizard Y from raids or eggs will show 2,546 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Mega Charizard Y is a Fire/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 717. With its high Attack stat (319), Mega Charizard Y is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Be careful of Mega Charizard Y's double weakness to Rock-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Mega Charizard Y very quickly.

Mega Charizard Y's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 6 charged moves available, a second move gives Mega Charizard Y much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Mega Charizard Y?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Highly Recommended
Mega Charizard Y is a top-tier Fire-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #3 overall with a Tier S rating. With a max CP of 5,037 at level 50 and base stats of 319/212/186 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Fire Spin and Blast Burn for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Fire-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.

In PvP (Great League), Mega Charizard Y is ranked #30 (Tier A) with a 66.92% win rate. It's a meta-relevant pick worth building a second move for.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Mega Charizard Y in Pokemon GO?
Mega Charizard Y's best moveset is Fire Spin (fast) and Blast Burn (charged), providing 20.2 DPS as a Fire-type attacker. This combination maximizes damage output thanks to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), strong energy generation from the fast move, and high DPE (damage per energy) on the charged move. For PvP, consider running Ember and Overheat instead, as PvP movesets prioritize energy generation and shield pressure over raw DPS.
What are Mega Charizard Y's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Mega Charizard Y is weak to Rock, Electric, Water-type moves. It has a double weakness to Rock, taking 156% more damage from these types. When battling Mega Charizard Y, prioritize using Rock-type attackers to exploit this double weakness for maximum effectiveness. On the other hand, Mega Charizard Y resists Bug, Grass, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Ground, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Mega Charizard Y effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.
What is Mega Charizard Y's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Mega Charizard Y's maximum CP is 5,037 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 4,455 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Mega Charizard Y's CP is calculated from its base stats: 319 Attack, 212 Defense, and 186 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Mega Charizard Y caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 2,546 CP, or 3,182 CP with weather boost (level 25).
Is Mega Charizard Y good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Mega Charizard Y is ranked #30 (Tier A) in Great League with a 66.92% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Ember and Overheat. The ideal IV spread for Great League is 0/11/14 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Mega Charizard Y to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. Mega Charizard Y is ranked #2 (Tier S) in Ultra League with a 75.00% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Wing Attack and Overheat. The ideal IV spread for Ultra League is 1/15/15 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Mega Charizard Y to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. Mega Charizard Y is ranked #2 (Tier S) in Master League with a 75.00% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Wing Attack and Overheat. The ideal IV spread for Master League is 15/15/15 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Mega Charizard Y to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. When deciding which league to prioritize, consider where Mega Charizard Y has its best ranking and win rate. Unlocking a second charged move (costing 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy) is highly recommended for PvP, as it gives Mega Charizard Y better coverage and the ability to bait shields more effectively.
What CP is a 100% IV Mega Charizard Y?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Mega Charizard Y has the following CP at key levels: 1,909 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 2,546 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 3,182 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 5,037 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Mega Charizard Y, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Mega Charizard Y ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.
How to get Mega Charizard Y in Pokemon GO?
Mega Charizard Y is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Charizard with Candy).
Can Mega Charizard Y be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Mega Charizard Y's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Mega Charizard Y availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 63 CP
L5 601 CP
L10 1,273 CP
L15 1,909 CP
L20 2,546 CP
L25 3,182 CP
L30 3,819 CP
L35 4,137 CP
L40 4,455 CP
L50 5,037 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #6
Generation Gen 1
Region Kanto
Height 1.70 m
Weight 90.50 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable No
2nd Charged Move 10,000 Dust / 25 Candy
Mega Energy (Buddy) 15 / km