Alakazam

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Alakazam is a Psychic-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Psychic-type Pokémon, Alakazam is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type moves.

Alakazam's maximum Combat Power stat is 3456 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Confusion and Psychic. Alakazam encounters are boosted during Windy weather. Shiny Alakazam is available! ✨

StatsStats

Max CP3456 CP
Attack271 ATK
Defense167 DEF
Stamina146 HP
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes

Alakazam Type Chart

Alakazam takes increased damage from:Alakazam takes increased damage from:
+60.0%
  • Bug
  • Dark
  • Ghost
Alakazam takes reduced damage from:Alakazam takes reduced damage from:
-37.5%
  • Fighting
  • Psychic

Alakazam's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid AttackerF TierExternal Link#268
Gym DefenderGym DefenderF TierExternal Link
Psychic Psychic-type Attacker
Confusion / Psychic
B TierExternal Link#32

Regular and Shiny Alakazam

Alakazam's best moves and movesets

Moves
Alakazam's best moveset is Confusion and Psychic, with 16.12 DPS (damage per second) and 194.1 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Windy weather. You need an Elite Charge TM to teach Alakazam Psychic.
  • DPS16.12
  • TDO194.07
  • Weather
    • windy
      #
      Fast Attack
      Charged Attack
      DPS
      TDO
      Score 🔽
      1.PsychicConfusion PsychicPsychic *16.12194.127.6
      2.PsychicPsycho Cut PsychicPsychic *16.06193.427.5
      3.FightingCounter *PsychicPsychic *15.19182.926.0
      4.PsychicConfusion GhostShadow Ball 15.05181.225.8
      5.PsychicPsycho Cut GhostShadow Ball 14.63176.125.0
      6.PsychicConfusion PsychicFuture Sight 14.39173.324.6
      7.PsychicConfusion FairyDazzling Gleam *14.25171.624.4
      8.FightingCounter *GhostShadow Ball 14.12170.024.2
      1 of 3
      Pokédex informationMore information

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

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

      Fast Attacks

      • PsychicPsycho CutDamage4Energy7Duration0.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Psycho Cut
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • PoisonPoison
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • PsychicPsychic
        • 39.1%
          • DarkDark
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage4
        Energy7
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration0.5s
        Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage3
        Energy9

        Effects
        Psycho Cut has no special effects.
        See Psycho Cut details page ↗
      • PsychicConfusionDamage19Energy14Duration1.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Confusion
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • PoisonPoison
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • PsychicPsychic
        • 39.1%
          • DarkDark
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage19
        Energy14
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration1.5s
        Damage window0.5s - 1.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage16
        Energy12

        Effects
        Confusion has no special effects.
        See Confusion details page ↗
      • FightingCounter *Damage13Energy9Duration1.0s
        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 Moves

      • GhostShadow BallDamage100Energy50Duration3.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Shadow Ball
        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 window2.4s - 2.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage100
        Energy55

        Effects
        Shadow Ball has no special effects.
        See Shadow Ball details page ↗
      • FairyDazzling Gleam *Damage100Energy50Duration3.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Dazzling Gleam
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • DragonDragon
          • DarkDark
        • 62.5%
          • PoisonPoison
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage100
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • cloudyCloudy
        Duration3.5s
        Damage window2.1s - 3.3s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage110
        Energy70

        Effects
        Dazzling Gleam has no special effects.
        See Dazzling Gleam details page ↗
      • PsychicPsychic *Damage95Energy50Duration3.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Psychic
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • PoisonPoison
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • PsychicPsychic
        • 39.1%
          • DarkDark
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage95
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration3.0s
        Damage window1.5s - 2.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage75
        Energy55

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Psychic has a 10.0% chance to:

        • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
        See Psychic details page ↗
      • FireFire PunchDamage50Energy33Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Fire Punch
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • BugBug
          • SteelSteel
          • GrassGrass
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage50
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.3s - 1.7s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage60
        Energy40

        Effects
        Fire Punch has no special effects.
        See Fire Punch details page ↗
      • FightingFocus BlastDamage140Energy100Duration3.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Focus Blast
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • NormalNormal
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • IceIce
          • DarkDark
        • 62.5%
          • FlyingFlying
          • PoisonPoison
          • BugBug
          • PsychicPsychic
          • FairyFairy
        • 39.1%
          • GhostGhost
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage140
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • cloudyCloudy
        Duration3.5s
        Damage window3.0s - 3.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage150
        Energy75

        Effects
        Focus Blast has no special effects.
        See Focus Blast details page ↗
      • PsychicFuture SightDamage115Energy100Duration2.5s
        Toggle more information for move: Future Sight
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • PoisonPoison
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • PsychicPsychic
        • 39.1%
          • DarkDark
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage115
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration2.5s
        Damage window1.2s - 2.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage110
        Energy65

        Effects
        Future Sight has no special effects.
        See Future Sight details page ↗

      Alakazam in the meta

      Alakazam in the meta

      PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

      Alakazam was once among the premier Psychic types after Mewtwo. Over time, power creep has been hard on this classic Gen 1 Pokémon, but it's still usable thanks to its incredible 271 ATK stat and access to a great moveset. 🙂

      ⚔️ Raids

      Alakazam’s Mega Evolution is one of the strongest in terms of offensive power, so why not just go for that instead of base Alakazam? 🥄

      🛡️ Gyms

      Being fragile is a toxic trait for the Alakazam family, so they're not meant to be put in Gyms. 😅

      PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

      Alakazam shot to PvP relevancy thanks to its Community Day move, Counter. It did surprisingly well, but then the Max Out Season nerfed Counter, making Alakazam worse. It can still work, but overall, it's too flimsy in its bulk to make a true impact. 🤕

      🔵 Great League

      Counter is not as good, but with Fire Punch buffed in the Dual Destiny Season, Alakazam can use this combo (and Psychic) to turn some matches to its favor. Sadly, that's about all you can expect from Alakazam. 🥲

      🟡 Ultra League

      Alakazam's weaknesses, particularly to Dark and Ghost, are more common than this Pokémon would like in the Ultra League. You get the picture? 😝

      🟣 Master League

      Alakazam entered the Master League. Alakazam vanished without a trace. Its spoons remain in the dust, though. 🥄🥄

      Special CP Values

      CP Chart

      Alakazam's has 3456 max CP (at Level 50). A Alakazam obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1666 CP to 1747 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2083 CP to 2184 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Alakazam can be found in the 1249 CP to 1310 CP range.

      Max CPMax CP3456 CP
      Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
      Field ResearchResearch1249 CP - 1310 CP
      Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Pokémon EggEggs1666 CP - 1747 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaids1666 CP - 1747 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      2083 CP - 2184 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 guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

      Max CP Chart

      CP Chart

      Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

      LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
      143 CP2135 CP3227 CP
      4320 CP5412 CP6504 CP
      7597 CP8689 CP9781 CP
      10873 CP11961 CP121048 CP
      131135 CP141223 CP151310 CP
      161397 CP171485 CP181572 CP
      191659 CP201747 CP211834 CP
      221921 CP232009 CP242096 CP
      252184 CP262271 CP272358 CP
      282446 CP292533 CP302621 CP
      312664 CP322708 CP332752 CP
      342795 CP352839 CP362883 CP
      372926 CP382970 CP393014 CP
      403057 CP413096 CP423135 CP
      433174 CP443214 CP453254 CP
      463294 CP473334 CP483375 CP
      493415 CP503456 CP

      Pokédex information

      Kanto
      Pokédex Number#65
      Height1.5 m
      Weight48 kg
      RegionKanto Generation 1
      Can be tradedAllowed
      Pokémon Home transferAllowed
      Base Catch Rate20%
      Base Flee Rate0%
      Catch rewards
      10 Candy
      500 Stardust
      Additional Move Cost
      50 Candy
      50000 Candy
      Mega Energy reward
      For walking as a Buddy
      15 Mega Energy

      Encounter data

      Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
      Movement Timer4s
      Jump Time1s
      Attack Probability10.0%
      Attack Timer11s
      Dodge Probability15.0%
      Dodge Duration0.0s
      Dodge Distance1
      Min Action Frequency1s
      Max Action Frequency2s

      Mega Pokémon that boost Alakazam

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

      Psychic Psychic

      Pokédex informationMore information

      Mega and Primal Raid BonusMega 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 BonusWhile 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.

      Catch Rates

      Catch Rates

      The base catch rate for Alakazam in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

      CogConfigure
              NormalNiceGreatExcellent
              No Berry
              -16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
              Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
              Razz BerryRazz Berry
              -24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
              Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
              Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
              - 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
              Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
              Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
              - 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
              Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
              InfoMore information

              Catch probability with multiple throws

              In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Alakazam, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

              To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

              Catch rate formula

              Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

              • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
              • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

              There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

              Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

              Catch rate multipliers

              The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

              MultiplierAmount
              Razz Berry1.5
              Silver Pinap Berry1.8
              Golden Razz Berry2.5
              Curveball1.7
              Nice Throw1.15
              Great Throw1.5
              Excellent Throw1.85
              PokéBall1.0
              Premier Ball1.0
              Great Ball1.5
              Ultra Ball2.0
              Bronze medal1.1
              Silver medal1.2
              Gold medal1.3

              Alakazam evolution chart

              Family
              PokémonRequiresEvolution
              Thumbnail image of AbraAbra
              • Candy Icon25 Candy
              Thumbnail image of KadabraKadabra
              Thumbnail image of KadabraKadabra
              • Candy Icon100 Candy
              • Trade Icon0 Candy if traded
              Thumbnail image of AlakazamAlakazam
              Thumbnail image of AlakazamAlakazam
              • Mega Evolution Icon200 / 40 Mega Energy
              Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega AlakazamMega Pokémon iconMega Alakazam
              • Abra evolves into Kadabra which costs 25 Candy.
              • Kadabra evolves into Alakazam which costs 100 Candy.
              • Alakazam can Mega evolve into Mega Alakazam. Evolving Mega Alakazam costs 200 Mega energy the first time, and 40 energy every other time.

              Alakazam family

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

              Official artwork of AbraAbra
              Official artwork of KadabraKadabra
              Official artwork of AlakazamAlakazam
              Mega Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Mega AlakazamMega Alakazam
              Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow AbraShadow Abra
              Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow KadabraShadow Kadabra
              Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow AlakazamShadow Alakazam

              Alakazam high resolution sprites

              Photobomb

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

              Wallpaper

              AlakazamAlakazamAlakazamAlakazam

              Alakazam Pokédex entries

              Kanto
              VersionsPokédex entry
              Red, BlueIts brain can out­ perform a super­ computer. Its intelligence quotient is said to be 5,000.
              YellowA POKéMON that can memorize anything. It never forgets what it learns-- that's why this POKéMON is smart.
              GoldClosing both its eyes heightens all its other senses. This enables it to use its abilities to their extremes.
              SilverIts brain cells multiply continu­ ally until it dies. As a result, it remembers everything.
              CrystalIt has an IQ of 5000. It calcu­ lates many things in order to gain the edge in every battle.
              RubyALAKAZAM’s brain continually grows, making its head far too heavy to support with its neck. This POKéMON holds its head up using its psychokinetic power instead.
              SapphireALAKAZAM’s brain continually grows, infinitely multiplying brain cells. This amazing brain gives this POKéMON an astoundingly high IQ of 5,000. It has a thorough memory of everything that has occurred in the world.
              EmeraldWhile it has strong psychic abilities and high intelligence, an ALAKAZAM’s muscles are very weak. It uses psychic power to move its body.
              FireRedIt does not like physical attacks very much. Instead, it freely uses extra­ sensory powers to defeat foes.
              LeafGreenIts brain can outperform a supercomputer. Its IQ (intelligence quotient) is said to be around 5,000.
              DiamondIts superb memory lets it recall everything it has experienced from birth. Its IQ exceeds 5,000.
              PearlIts highly developed brain is on par with a supercomputer. It can use all forms of psychic abilities.
              Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2The spoons clutched in its hands are said to have been created by its psychic powers.
              HeartGoldClosing both its eyes heightens all its other senses. This enables it to use its abilities to their extremes.
              SoulSilverIts brain cells multiply continually until it dies. As a result, it remembers everything.
              XIts brain cells multiply continually until it dies. As a result, it remembers everything.
              YIts brain can outperform a supercomputer. Its IQ (intelligence quotient) is said to be around 5,000.
              Omega RubyAlakazam’s brain continually grows, making its head far too heavy to support with its neck. This Pokémon holds its head up using its psychokinetic power instead.
              Alpha SapphireAlakazam’s brain continually grows, infinitely multiplying brain cells. This amazing brain gives this Pokémon an astoundingly high IQ of 5,000. It has a thorough memory of everything that has occurred in the world.
              SunIt is said to have an IQ of approximately 5,000. Its overflowing psychokinetic powers cause headaches to anyone nearby.
              MoonIts brain cells continue to increase in number until its death. The older the Alakazam, the larger its head.
              Ultra SunAlakazam uses its psychic powers to make the spoons it carries. Each spoon is an original that there’s only one of in the whole world.
              Ultra MoonIf it trusts someone deeply, it will let them have one of its spoons. Anything you eat with that spoon is apparently delicious.
              Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!A Pokémon that can memorize anything. It never forgets what it learns—that’s why this Pokémon is smart.
              SwordIt has an incredibly high level of intelligence. Some say that Alakazam remembers everything that ever happens to it, from birth till death.
              ShieldAlakazam wields potent psychic powers. It’s said that this Pokémon used these powers to create the spoons it holds.
              Legends: ArceusThe longer Alakazam lives, the larger and heavier its head becomes. Our tests have shown that the strength of its psychic powers correlates positively to the weight of its head.

              Frequently Asked Questions

              What are Alakazam’s strengths and weaknesses?

              As a Psychic-type Pokémon, Alakazam is weak to Bug, Dark, and Ghost-type moves.

              What are the best moves for Alakazam in Pokémon GO?

              The best moves for Alakazam in Pokémon GO are Confusion and Psychic. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 16.118 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 194.07.

              How does Alakazam perform in Raids?

              Alakazam is not recommended for Raid use.

              How does Alakazam rank as a Psychic-type attacker?

              Alakazam is a B-Tier Psychic-type attacker, ranking at number #32 with limited utility in specific matchups.

              What Mega Pokémon boost Alakazam?

              The following Mega Pokémon boost Alakazam: Mega Alakazam, Mega Slowbro, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Medicham, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Gallade.

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

              Alakazam’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3057 CP and 3456 CP at Level 50.

              Can Alakazam be shiny in Pokémon GO?

              Alakazam can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

              Can Alakazam Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

              Alakazam cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

              List of Alakazam costumes

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              A list of Alakazam costumes available in Pokémon GO.

              No costume sprites available