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Primeape

PrimeapeFighting
  • cloudy
Primeape is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Primeape is a Fighting-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,288 CP and is weak to Fairy, Flying, and Psychic-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Counter / Cross Chop. It is boosted by Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Primeape Stats and Max CP

207 ATK
138 DEF
163 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2586 CP
Lvl 40
2288 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1634 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1307 CP
Lvl 15 Research
980 CP

Primeape's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Primeape PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Primeape has a workable ATK stat and a good moveset for PvE, giving it a small spot in the heavily crowded Fighting-type meta. That said, its concerning bulk affects its standing and prevents it from being anywhere close to the top of the Fighting-type throne 🥋.

⚔️ Raids - Can be used when you're rejoining a lobby against a Raid boss weak to Fighting-type moves. Dodging is mandatory though ‼️.

🛡️ Gyms - A few Charm or Confusion attacks and it’s gone 😶.

Primeape PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

The Mankey Community Day in November 2024 gave both Primeape and Annihilape the Ghost-type Charge attack Rage Fist 🤜. Surprisingly, the move benefits Primeape more thanks to its lightning-fast Quick attack Karate Chop 🥋. Despite lacking STAB, Rage Fist pairs with Karate Chop to turn Primeape into a deadly sweeper that can burn shields and muscle past formidable opponents 💪.

In fact, Rage Fist Primeape is arguably the best Fighting-type Pokémon in the lower PvP Leagues. Basically, you’re going to want this champion 🏆.

🔵 Great League - Primeape is not only the top Fighting type in this format, but it’s also one of the biggest offensive threats around 😮. The guaranteed ATK boost from Rage Fist, combined with the solid coverage it gains alongside Karate Chop, makes Primeape deadlier as the battle progresses 📈. It claims unlikely victims like Talonflame and Mandibuzz, as well as Shadow Feraligatr, Shadow Drapion, Shadow Quagsire, and more! 🤩. If you're lucky enough to build a Rage Fist Primeape with the ideal Great League stats of 5/12/11, put it in your team right away 🎯.

🟡 Ultra League - Primeape’s reign of terror slows down in the Ultra League with the rise of heavyweights like Giratina, Drifblim, and Shadow forms of Dragonite and Golurk 😶‍🌫️. But, it’s still the go-to Fighting type in this format, defeating the likes of Shadow Feraligatr, Typhlosion, Registeel, and Skeledirge 🔥. While it performs well in any role, using it as a lead is recommended 💯.

🟣 Master League - The Master League proves too much for poor Primeape to handle 😶.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
FightingFighting-type
#145
Great LeagueGreat League
#395
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#258

Primeape Type Chart

Primeape takes increased damage from:Primeape takes increased damage from:

FairyFairy160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
PsychicPsychic160.0%

Primeape takes reduced damage from:Primeape takes reduced damage from:

BugBug62.5%
DarkDark62.5%
RockRock62.5%

Primeape best moveset

Moves

Counter + Cross Chop

Fighting
FightingCounter
FightingCross Chop
Primeape's best Fighting-type moveset is Counter / Cross Chop, with 11.23 DPS and 160.5 TDO. These moves are boosted by Cloudy weather. Primeape ranks #145 (D Tier) as a Fighting attacker with that moveset.
1.FightingCounterGhostRage Fist9.9611.68167.0
2.FightingKarate ChopGhostRage Fist9.6911.36162.3
3.FightingCounterFightingCross Chop9.5811.23160.5
4.FightingCounterFightingClose Combat9.4711.11158.8
5.FightingLow KickGhostRage Fist9.4611.09158.6
6.FightingKarate ChopFightingCross Chop9.1210.69152.8
7.FightingKarate ChopFightingClose Combat9.0610.63151.9
8.FightingLow KickFightingCross Chop8.9110.45149.4
1–8 of 18

Fast Attacks

  • FightingLow Kick550.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Low Kick
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage5
    Energy5
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy8

    Effects
    Low Kick has no special effects.
    See Low Kick details page ↗
  • FightingKarate Chop *10131.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Karate Chop
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage10
    Energy13
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage5
    Energy9

    Effects
    Karate Chop has no special effects.
    See Karate Chop details page ↗
  • FightingCounter1391.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Counter
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy9
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage8
    Energy6

    Effects
    Counter has no special effects.
    See Counter details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkNight Slash45332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Night Slash
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage50
    Energy35

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Night Slash has a 12.5% chance to:

    • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
    See Night Slash details page ↗
  • FightingClose Combat1051002.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Close Combat
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.2s - 2.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Close Combat has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease User's Defense by 33.3%
    See Close Combat details page ↗
  • FightingCross Chop *50501.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Cross Chop
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage50
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy35

    Effects
    Cross Chop has no special effects.
    See Cross Chop details page ↗
  • FightingLow Sweep40332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Low Sweep
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage40
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage40
    Energy40

    Effects
    Low Sweep has no special effects.
    See Low Sweep details page ↗
  • GhostRage Fist *100503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Rage Fist
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • DarkDark
    • 39.1%
      • NormalNormal
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage100
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.8s - 3.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy40

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Rage Fist has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
    See Rage Fist details page ↗
  • IceIce Punch50332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Ice Punch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • GroundGround
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • IceIce
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage50
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage60
    Energy40

    Effects
    Ice Punch has no special effects.
    See Ice Punch details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Primeape's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Primeape's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Primeape has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Primeape CP Chart

CP Chart

Primeape reaches a maximum of 2,288 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,239–1,307 CP, rising to 1,549–1,634 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 929–980 CP.

Max CPMax CP2288 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch929 CP - 980 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1239 CP - 1307 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1239 CP - 1307 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
1549 CP - 1634 CP
Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
InfoMore information
  • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
  • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Primeape Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
132 CP2101 CP3170 CP
4239 CP5308 CP6377 CP
7446 CP8515 CP9584 CP
10653 CP11719 CP12784 CP
13850 CP14915 CP15980 CP
161046 CP171111 CP181176 CP
191242 CP201307 CP211372 CP
221438 CP231503 CP241569 CP
251634 CP261699 CP271765 CP
281830 CP291896 CP301961 CP
311994 CP322026 CP332059 CP
342092 CP352124 CP362157 CP
372190 CP382222 CP392255 CP
402288 CP412317 CP422346 CP
432375 CP442405 CP452435 CP
462465 CP472495 CP482525 CP
492556 CP502586 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#57
Height1 m
Weight32 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust300
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
MankeyMankey
  • 50 Candy50 Candy
PrimeapePrimeape
PrimeapePrimeape
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
  • Special Requirement IconDefeat 30 Psychic- or Ghost-type Pokémon
AnnihilapeAnnihilape
  • Mankey evolves into Primeape which costs 50 Candy.
  • Primeape evolves into Annihilape which costs 100 Candy. Defeat 30 Psychic- or Ghost-type Pokémon

Mega Pokémon that boost Primeape

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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Primeape's Fighting-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Primeape.

Fighting Fighting

Pokédex informationMore information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
  • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50520,000 Stardust304 Primeape Candy296 Primeape Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Primeape Candy10 Primeape Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Primeape Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Primeape Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Primeape Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Primeape Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Primeape Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Primeape Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Primeape Candy-

Primeape Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Primeape from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Primeape in Pokémon GO.

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Primeape family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Primeape in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

MankeyMankey
PrimeapePrimeape
AnnihilapeAnnihilape
Shadow Mankey (Shadow)Shadow Mankey
Shadow Primeape (Shadow)Shadow Primeape
Shadow Annihilape (Shadow)Shadow Annihilape

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
PrimeapePrimeapePrimeapeScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmPrimeapePrimeape
0.49 m0.5 m1 m1.5 m1.75 m

Primeape's height ranges from 0.49 m to 1.75 m, with the average being 1 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

Size bounds

This table shows the size bounds of Primeape in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.49 m0.5 m
1′07″1′08″
XS0.5 m1 m
1′08″3′03″
M0.75 m1.25 m
2′06″4′01″
XL1.25 m1.5 m
4′01″4′11″
XXL1.5 m1.75 m
4′11″5′09″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer17s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability30.0%
Attack Timer6s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Primeape

Primeape high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Primeape. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

Official artwork

Primeape Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

PrimeapePrimeapePrimeapePrimeape

Primeape Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueAlways furious and tenacious to boot. It will not abandon chasing its quarry until it is caught.
YellowIt stops being angry only when nobody else is around. To view this moment is very difficult.
GoldIf approached while asleep, it may awaken and angrily give chase in a groggy state of semi-sleep.
SilverIt becomes wildly furious if it even senses someone looking at it. It chases anyone that meets its glare.
CrystalIt will beat up anyone who makes it mad, even if it has to chase them until the end of the world.
Ruby, SapphireWhen PRIMEAPE becomes furious, its blood circulation is boosted. In turn, its muscles are made even stronger. However, it also becomes much less intelligent at the same time.
EmeraldWhen it becomes furious, its blood circulation becomes more robust, and its muscles are made stronger. But it also becomes much less intelligent.
FireRedIt is always outrageously furious. If it gives chase, it will tenaciously track the target no matter how far.
LeafGreenAlways furious and tenacious to boot. It will not abandon chasing its quarry until it catches up.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It grows angry if you see its eyes and gets angrier if you run. If you beat it, it gets even madder.
HeartGoldIf approached while asleep, it may awaken and angrily give chase in a groggy state of semi-sleep.
SoulSilverIt becomes wildly furious if it even senses someone looking at it. It chases anyone that meets its glare.
XIt stops being angry only when nobody else is around. To view this moment is very difficult.
YIt is always outrageously furious. If it gives chase, it will tenaciously track the target no matter how far.
Omega RubyWhen Primeape becomes furious, its blood circulation is boosted. In turn, its muscles are made even stronger. However, it also becomes much less intelligent at the same time.
Alpha SapphireWhen Primeape becomes furious, its blood circulation is boosted. In turn, its muscles are made even stronger. However, it also becomes much less intelligent at the same time.
SunIt has been known to become so angry that it dies as a result. Its face looks peaceful in death, however.
MoonSome researchers theorize that Primeape remains angry even when inside a Poké Ball.
Ultra SunIt will never forgive opponents who have angered it. Even after it has beaten them down until they can’t move, it never ever forgives.
Ultra MoonThe blood vessels in its brain are sturdier than those of other Pokémon, so it can stay healthy despite its constant raging.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!It stops being angry only when nobody else is around. To view this moment is very difficult.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Primeape’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Fighting-type Pokémon, Primeape is weak to Fairy, Flying, and Psychic-type moves.

What are the best moves for Primeape in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Primeape in Pokémon GO are Counter and Rage Fist. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 11.68 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 166.97.

How does Primeape perform in Raids?

Primeape's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

How does Primeape rank as a Fighting-type attacker?

Primeape is a D-Tier Fighting-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Primeape?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Primeape: Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Heracross, Mega Blaziken, Mega Medicham, Mega Staraptor, Mega Lopunny, Mega Lucario, Mega Gallade, Mega Chesnaught, and Mega Falinks.

What is Primeape’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Primeape’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2288 CP and 2586 CP at Level 50.

Can Primeape be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Primeape can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Primeape Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Primeape cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.