Shinx Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Shinx in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Shinx
Shinx is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Electric typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 101.000 DPS.
Shinx can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Shinx is weak to Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves as Shinx resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Shinx is Primal Groudon (101.000 DPS), Shadow Groudon (92.400 DPS), and Mega Garchomp (89.167 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Shinx: After defeating Shinx, the catch encounter will have a CP between 469 and 513 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 584-638 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Shinx from raids will have exactly 513 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Shinx?
The best counter for Shinx is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 101.000 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Groudon (92.400 DPS) and Mega Garchomp (89.167 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Shinx?
Shinx can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Shinx weak to?
Shinx is weak to Ground-type attacks. It resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Shinx be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Shinx's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Shinx from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Shinx from raids will have 513 CP at level 20, or 638 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 469. If you see 513 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Shinx worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Shinx is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Shinx?
For the best moveset for Shinx itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Shinx stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Shinx without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Shinx can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Landorus (Therian) (87.000 DPS) and Groudon (77.600 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Shinx in raids?
Weather boost information for Shinx is not currently available. Electric-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.