Rhyperior is a Ground/Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#464, Generation 4). With a max CP of 4,221 and base stats of 241/190/251 (Atk/Def/Sta), Rhyperior has a total stat product of 682. Rhyperior's best moveset is Smack Down and Rock Wrecker, making it a competitive Rock-type attacker for raids.
Rhyperior is weak to Grass, Water, Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel-type moves (double weak to Grass, Water). It resists Electric, Poison, Fire, Flying, Normal, Rock-type attacks. Rhyperior is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Smack Down
Rock Wrecker
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Rhyperior's best offensive moveset is Smack Down combined with Rock Wrecker, achieving 13.8 DPS and 365 TDO as a Rock-type attacker (ranked #30, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Smack Down (13 DPS), while Mud Slap generates energy the fastest (8.7 EPS). Note that Rock Wrecker is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Rhyperior as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsRhyperior is not currently available as a raid boss. When Rhyperior returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Rhyperior from raids would have 2133 CP at level 20, or 2667 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Rhyperior
Rhyperior is weak to Grass, Water, Fighting, Ground, Ice, Steel-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
Rhyperior as Raid Counter
Rhyperior is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.
How to Get Rhyperior
Rhyperior evolves from Rhydon using 100 Candy and a Sinnoh Stone.
A Shadow version of Rhyperior is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Rhyperior knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Rhyperior as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Rhyperior Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Rhyperior in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Rhyperior from raids or eggs will show 2,133 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Rhyperior is a Ground/Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 682. With its bulk spread of 190 Defense and 251 Stamina, Rhyperior has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Rhyperior's double weakness to Grass, Water-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Rhyperior very quickly.
Rhyperior's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Partly Cloudy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 7 charged moves available, a second move gives Rhyperior much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Rhyperior?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Situational
Rhyperior is a solid but not elite Rock-type attacker, sitting at Tier B (#30) in raid performance. With a max CP of 4,221 and base stats of 241/190/251, it can fill a role on your team if you lack stronger Rock-type counters. The best moveset is Smack Down paired with Rock Wrecker. Consider investing if you need a Rock-type attacker now, but hold off on XL Candy investment as better alternatives exist. A useful stepping stone rather than an endgame pick.
Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Rhyperior deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.