What is Shinx's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Shinx's maximum CP is 1,002 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Shinx good in Pokémon GO?

Shinx has 117 Attack, 64 Defense, and 128 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Shinx be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Shinx is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

458 - 500 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

572 - 625 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

993 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

458 - 500 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

343 - 375 CP

Shinx

#403 · Sinnoh

Electric

☁️ Rainy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 117

Defense 64

Stamina 128

Total: 309

Pokémon Info

Max CP	1,002
Generation	Sinnoh (Gen 4)
Buddy Distance	5km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	😈 Yes

About Shinx

Shinx is a Electric-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,002 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Shinx has base stats of 117 Attack, 64 Defense, and 128 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 309.

Shinx can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Shinx is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.

In Rainy weather, Shinx receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Shinx is 5km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

Shinx

#403

→

🍬 25

Luxio

#404

→

🍬 100

Luxray

#405

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Tackle	Normal	5	+5	10.0	-	-	-
Spark STAB	Electric	6	+8	8.6	-	-	-

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
Discharge STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-
Thunderbolt STAB	Electric	80	-55	-	90	-55
Swift STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Shinx takes increased damage from these types:

Ground 1.6×

Resistances

Shinx takes reduced damage from these types:

Electric 0.625×

Flying 0.625×

Steel 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Shinx

Top Pokémon to use when battling Shinx in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
2	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
3	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711
4	Mamoswine	Ice Ground	247	146	242	3,808
5	Ursaluna	Ground Normal	243	181	277	4,410
6	Rhyperior	Ground Rock	241	190	251	4,271
7	Krookodile	Ground Dark	229	158	216	3,485
8	Rhydon	Ground Rock	222	171	233	3,637
9	Golurk	Ground Ghost	222	154	205	3,265
10	Donphan	Ground	214	185	207	3,447

🏆 Shinx PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	993

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	993

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Shinx 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)	751	375	500	625	876	993
98% (15/15/14)	748	374	498	623	873	990
96% (15/14/15)	746	373	497	621	870	987
93% (14/14/14)	738	369	492	615	861	976
91% (15/13/13)	736	368	490	613	859	973
87% (13/13/13)	725	362	483	604	846	959
82% (12/12/12)	712	356	474	593	831	942
80% (10/15/15)	722	361	481	602	843	955
67% (10/10/10)	687	343	458	572	801	908
0% (0/0/0)	566	283	377	472	661	749

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Shinx with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	993 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	876 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	458 - 500 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	572 - 625 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	458 - 500 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	343 - 375 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Shinx with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	12	26	876
2	876	27	876
3	876	28	876
4	876	29	876
5	118	30	751
6	876	31	876
7	876	32	876
8	876	33	876
9	876	34	876
10	250	35	813
11	876	36	876
12	876	37	876
13	876	38	876
14	876	39	876
15	375	40	876
16	876	41	876
17	876	42	876
18	876	43	876
19	876	44	876
20	500	45	937
21	876	46	876
22	876	47	876
23	876	48	876
24	876	49	876
25	625	50	993

📖 Complete Shinx Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Shinx (#403) is a Electric-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,002 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Shinx has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Shinx in 2026.

📊 Shinx Stats Analysis

Shinx's Attack stat is 117 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Shinx may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 64 Defense (Below Average) and 128 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 309. Trainers should be mindful of Shinx's limited bulk. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Shinx's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Shinx Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Shinx depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Discharge (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. Shinx has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Shinx PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Shinx 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 Electric typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Flying, Steel-type threats while being weak to Ground types.

Master League

In Master League, Shinx faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Shinx Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Shinx's effectiveness depends on its typing and 117 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Shinx use Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Shinx in Pokémon GO

Shinx can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Shinx Evolution Guide

Shinx is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

Shinx (#403) ← current
Luxio (#404) — 25 Candy
Luxray (#405) — 100 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

😈 Shadow Shinx

Shadow Shinx is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Shinx's effective Attack becomes ~140. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Shinx in Pokémon GO

Shiny Shinx 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

Shinx gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (572 - 625 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Shinx

Q: What is Shinx's max CP?
A: 993 CP at Level 50, or 876 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Shinx good?
A: Limited competitive use, but viable for themed battles.

Q: Can Shinx be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Shinx is available.

Q: What is Shinx weak to?
A: Ground-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Tackle + Discharge for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Electric Electric-Type 🗺️ Sinnoh 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.