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Delphox
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 3,500 |
| Generation | Kalos (Gen 6) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
About Delphox
Delphox is a Fire/Psychic-type Pokémon from Kalos (Generation 6) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,500 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Delphox has base stats of 230 Attack, 189 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 600.
Delphox can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Sunny weather, Delphox receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Delphox is 3km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scratch | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Fire Spin STAB | Fire | 14 | +10 | 12.7 | - | - | - |
| Zen Headbutt STAB | Psychic | 12 | +10 | 10.9 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
💥 Charged Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychic STAB | Psychic | 90 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Flamethrower STAB | Fire | 70 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Flame Charge STAB | Fire | 70 | -33 | - | 65 | -50 |
| Fire Blast STAB | Fire | 140 | -80 | - | 140 | -80 |
| Mystical Fire | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Psyshock | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Blast Burn ELITE STAB | Fire | 110 | -50 | - | 110 | -50 |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Delphox takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Delphox takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Delphox
Top Pokémon to use when battling Delphox in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Blacephalon
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 2 |
Rampardos
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 3 |
Archeops
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
Darkrai
| Dark | 285 | 198 | 172 | 4,278 |
| 5 |
Palkia
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 6 |
Chandelure
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 7 |
Kyogre
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 8 |
Groudon
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 9 |
Dragapult
| Dragon Ghost | 266 | 170 | 204 | 4,041 |
| 10 |
Marshadow
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
🏆 Delphox PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 2 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,493 |
| 3 | 4 | 15 | 13 | 18 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 18 | 1,496 |
| 5 | 4 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,487 |
| 7 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 18 | 1,492 |
| 8 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 18 | 1,496 |
| 9 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 18 | 1,489 |
| 10 | 4 | 14 | 13 | 18 | 1,495 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 31 | 2,497 |
| 2 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 32 | 2,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 31 | 2,490 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 31 | 2,496 |
| 5 | 1 | 14 | 13 | 31 | 2,495 |
| 6 | 0 | 13 | 10 | 32 | 2,499 |
| 7 | 2 | 13 | 13 | 31 | 2,499 |
| 8 | 0 | 10 | 13 | 32 | 2,500 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 31 | 2,494 |
| 10 | 0 | 14 | 9 | 32 | 2,498 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Delphox IV Chart
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 2,622 | 1,311 | 1,748 | 2,185 | 3,059 | 3,469 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,616 | 1,308 | 1,743 | 2,180 | 3,051 | 3,460 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,616 | 1,308 | 1,744 | 2,180 | 3,052 | 3,460 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,599 | 1,299 | 1,732 | 2,165 | 3,032 | 3,437 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,596 | 1,298 | 1,730 | 2,163 | 3,029 | 3,434 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,575 | 1,287 | 1,716 | 2,146 | 3,004 | 3,406 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,551 | 1,275 | 1,701 | 2,126 | 2,976 | 3,375 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,569 | 1,284 | 1,712 | 2,140 | 2,997 | 3,398 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,505 | 1,252 | 1,669 | 2,087 | 2,922 | 3,313 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,277 | 1,138 | 1,518 | 1,897 | 2,656 | 3,012 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Delphox with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,469 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,059 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,669 - 1,748 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,087 - 2,185 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,669 - 1,748 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,252 - 1,311 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Delphox with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 | 26 | 3,059 |
| 2 | 3,059 | 27 | 3,059 |
| 3 | 3,059 | 28 | 3,059 |
| 4 | 3,059 | 29 | 3,059 |
| 5 | 412 | 30 | 2,622 |
| 6 | 3,059 | 31 | 3,059 |
| 7 | 3,059 | 32 | 3,059 |
| 8 | 3,059 | 33 | 3,059 |
| 9 | 3,059 | 34 | 3,059 |
| 10 | 874 | 35 | 2,841 |
| 11 | 3,059 | 36 | 3,059 |
| 12 | 3,059 | 37 | 3,059 |
| 13 | 3,059 | 38 | 3,059 |
| 14 | 3,059 | 39 | 3,059 |
| 15 | 1,311 | 40 | 3,059 |
| 16 | 3,059 | 41 | 3,059 |
| 17 | 3,059 | 42 | 3,059 |
| 18 | 3,059 | 43 | 3,059 |
| 19 | 3,059 | 44 | 3,059 |
| 20 | 1,748 | 45 | 3,272 |
| 21 | 3,059 | 46 | 3,059 |
| 22 | 3,059 | 47 | 3,059 |
| 23 | 3,059 | 48 | 3,059 |
| 24 | 3,059 | 49 | 3,059 |
| 25 | 2,185 | 50 | 3,469 |
📖 Complete Delphox Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Delphox (#655) is a Fire/Psychic-type Pokémon from the Kalos region (Generation 6) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,500 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Delphox is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Delphox in 2026.
📊 Delphox Stats Analysis
Delphox's Attack stat is 230 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Delphox a strong damage dealer.
With 189 Defense (Excellent) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 600. This gives Delphox reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fire-type Pokémon, Delphox's stat distribution leans toward offense.
⚔️ Best Delphox Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Delphox depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Scratch (Fast) with Psychic (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.
For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Delphox has 3 Fast Attacks and 7 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Delphox has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
🏆 Delphox PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Delphox can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Fire/Psychic typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Grass, Ice-type threats while being weak to Water, Ground, Rock types.
Master League
In Master League, Delphox faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
💪 Delphox Raid Guide & Counters
Delphox appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Water, Ground, Rock-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Delphox at Level 20 (1,669 - 1,748 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,087 - 2,185 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,748 CP.
🎯 How to Get Delphox in Pokémon GO
Delphox can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Sunny/Clear weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
🔄 Delphox Evolution Guide
Delphox is part of a 3-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
✨ Shiny Delphox in Pokémon GO
Shiny Delphox is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.
🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy
Delphox gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,087 - 2,185 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
- Second Charged Move: Costs 50K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
- Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
- Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.
❓ FAQ About Delphox
Q: What is Delphox's max CP?
A: 3,469 CP at Level 50, or 3,059 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Delphox good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Delphox be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Delphox is available.
Q: What is Delphox weak to?
A: Water, Ground, Rock, Ghost, Dark-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Scratch + Psychic for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.