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Is Mega Mewtwo X or Y Better in Pokémon GO?

Quick answer

Mega Mewtwo Y is the better all-rounder. It has higher Attack and Defence than Mega Mewtwo X and is the best Mega in the game with Psycho Cut and Future Sight+. Mega Mewtwo X is second best overall, and it's the pick when you want Fighting damage, thanks to Dynamic Punch+.

If you can only invest in one Mega Mewtwo, here’s how they compare.

The stats

AttackDefenceStamina
Mega Mewtwo Y426229235
Mega Mewtwo X412222235

Mega Mewtwo Y is better in both Attack and Defence, with the same Stamina.

How they rank now

When I first compared them, both had the same best moveset, Psycho Cut and Psystrike. Plus moves have changed that. On Pokémon GO Hub’s Best Mega list, with each Mega at its top Mega Level:

  1. Mega Mewtwo Y is the best Mega in the game with Psycho Cut and Future Sight+.
  2. Mega Mewtwo X is second with Psycho Cut and Dynamic Punch+.

Mega Rayquaza is just behind them in third. See my full Best Mega Pokémon rankings.

When Mega Mewtwo X is the better pick

Dynamic Punch+ is a Fighting move, so Mega Mewtwo X shines against bosses weak to Fighting. For example, it tops GO Hub’s counters for Crowned Shield Zamazenta. For Psychic damage, or when you want one Mega that does a bit of everything, Mega Mewtwo Y is the one.

Matt's takeMega Mewtwo Y is the pick. Go for X only if you specifically want a Fighting-type Mega Mewtwo for your team.

FAQ

Is Mega Mewtwo X or Y better?

Mega Mewtwo Y. It has higher Attack and Defence, and Pokémon GO Hub ranks it the best Mega in the game. Mega Mewtwo X is second.

What are Mega Mewtwo X and Y's stats?

Mega Mewtwo Y has 426 Attack, 229 Defence and 235 Stamina. Mega Mewtwo X has 412 Attack, 222 Defence and 235 Stamina.

What is Mega Mewtwo Y's best moveset?

Psycho Cut and Future Sight+, at its top Mega Level.

When is Mega Mewtwo X the better choice?

When the raid boss is weak to Fighting. With Dynamic Punch+, Mega Mewtwo X is one of the best Fighting attackers, and it tops Pokémon GO Hub's counters for Crowned Shield Zamazenta.

Get Matt's full take

The extended write-up on Patreon has Matt’s commentary, what to prioritise and Matt’s own plan.

Read on Patreon