Dynamax Raikou

Dynamax Raikou is, appropriately, comparable to Dynamax Zapdos. They both have similar overall stats, have Thunder Shock for fast Max Move charging, and they're both also only able to use Max Lightning for raw damage. So what are the differences? Well, Dynamax Raikou has a bit more bulk, and no Flying sub-typing. This makes it a situationally better defender, though it's a bit low on bulk to be great in that role for the most part. Dynamax Zapdos, meanwhile, hits a bit harder thanks to its higher Attack stat, but its biggest drawback is the fact that Thunder Shock is Elite for it, making it more of an investment than Dynamax Raikou.

Best Dynamax Movesets

• Thunder Shock is the key to Raikou putting in good work due to how quickly it builds energy.

In terms of PvP performance, Dynamax Pokemon are virtually identical to their non-Dynamax counterparts.