
| Max CP | 4,620 |
| Generation | Sinnoh (Gen 4) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Dialga is a Steel/Dragon-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,620 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Dialga has base stats of 275 Attack, 211 Defense, and 205 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 691.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 275, Dialga is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Snow weather, Dialga receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Dialga is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Breath STAB | Dragon | 6 | +4 | 12.0 | - | - | - |
| Metal Claw STAB | Steel | 8 | +6 | 11.4 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draco Meteor STAB | Dragon | 150 | -65 | - | 150 | -65 |
| Iron Head STAB | Steel | 60 | -50 | - | 70 | -50 |
| Thunder | Electric | 100 | -60 | - | 100 | -60 |
Dialga takes increased damage from these types:
Dialga takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Dialga in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 3 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 4 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 5 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 6 |
| Fighting Poison | 259 | 158 | 190 | 3,686 |
| 7 |
| Fighting | 258 | 127 | 163 | 3,101 |
| 8 |
| Ground Steel | 255 | 129 | 242 | 3,711 |
| 9 |
| Ice Ground | 247 | 146 | 242 | 3,808 |
| 10 |
| Fighting | 243 | 158 | 233 | 3,818 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 14 | 1,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 11 | 10 | 14 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 0 | 13 | 8 | 14 | 1,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 6 | 14 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 14 | 1,496 |
| 7 | 0 | 6 | 15 | 14 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 1,496 |
| 9 | 0 | 8 | 13 | 14 | 1,499 |
| 10 | 0 | 10 | 10 | 14 | 1,496 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 23 | 2,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 23 | 2,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 23 | 2,494 |
| 4 | 0 | 14 | 13 | 23 | 2,499 |
| 5 | 1 | 13 | 12 | 23 | 2,497 |
| 6 | 2 | 12 | 12 | 23 | 2,500 |
| 7 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 23 | 2,494 |
| 8 | 0 | 12 | 15 | 23 | 2,500 |
| 9 | 1 | 11 | 14 | 23 | 2,497 |
| 10 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 23 | 2,493 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
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) | 3,462 | 1,731 | 2,307 | 2,884 | 4,038 | 4,579 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 3,454 | 1,727 | 2,302 | 2,878 | 4,029 | 4,568 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 3,454 | 1,727 | 2,302 | 2,878 | 4,029 | 4,569 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 3,434 | 1,717 | 2,289 | 2,862 | 4,006 | 4,542 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 3,430 | 1,715 | 2,287 | 2,858 | 4,002 | 4,538 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 3,407 | 1,703 | 2,271 | 2,839 | 3,974 | 4,506 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 3,380 | 1,690 | 2,253 | 2,816 | 3,943 | 4,470 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 3,402 | 1,701 | 2,267 | 2,835 | 3,969 | 4,500 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 3,326 | 1,663 | 2,217 | 2,771 | 3,880 | 4,399 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 3,062 | 1,531 | 2,041 | 2,551 | 3,572 | 4,050 |
Important CP values for Dialga with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 4,579 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 4,038 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 2,217 - 2,307 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,771 - 2,884 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 2,217 - 2,307 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,663 - 1,731 CP |
Maximum CP for Dialga with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 57 | 26 | 4,038 |
| 2 | 4,038 | 27 | 4,038 |
| 3 | 4,038 | 28 | 4,038 |
| 4 | 4,038 | 29 | 4,038 |
| 5 | 544 | 30 | 3,462 |
| 6 | 4,038 | 31 | 4,038 |
| 7 | 4,038 | 32 | 4,038 |
| 8 | 4,038 | 33 | 4,038 |
| 9 | 4,038 | 34 | 4,038 |
| 10 | 1,154 | 35 | 3,750 |
| 11 | 4,038 | 36 | 4,038 |
| 12 | 4,038 | 37 | 4,038 |
| 13 | 4,038 | 38 | 4,038 |
| 14 | 4,038 | 39 | 4,038 |
| 15 | 1,731 | 40 | 4,038 |
| 16 | 4,038 | 41 | 4,038 |
| 17 | 4,038 | 42 | 4,038 |
| 18 | 4,038 | 43 | 4,038 |
| 19 | 4,038 | 44 | 4,038 |
| 20 | 2,307 | 45 | 4,319 |
| 21 | 4,038 | 46 | 4,038 |
| 22 | 4,038 | 47 | 4,038 |
| 23 | 4,038 | 48 | 4,038 |
| 24 | 4,038 | 49 | 4,038 |
| 25 | 2,884 | 50 | 4,579 |
Dialga (#483) is a Steel/Dragon-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,620 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Dialga is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Dialga in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Dialga is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
Dialga's Attack stat is 275 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Dialga an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.
With 211 Defense (Excellent) and 205 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 691. This excellent bulk makes Dialga very tanky in both PvP and raids. Compared to other Steel-type Pokémon, Dialga's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Dialga depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Dragon Breath (Fast) with Draco Meteor (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. Dialga has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
With 4,579 CP at Level 50, Dialga is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Dialga appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Fighting, Ground-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Dialga at Level 20 (2,217 - 2,307 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,771 - 2,884 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,307 CP.
Dialga is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.
Shiny Dialga is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 20 (boosted rate in raids). Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.
Dialga gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,771 - 2,884 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Dialga's max CP?
A: 4,579 CP at Level 50, or 4,038 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Dialga good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Dialga be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Dialga is available.
Q: What is Dialga weak to?
A: Fighting, Ground-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Dragon Breath + Draco Meteor for optimal DPS.
Updated June 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.