This tier list categorizes decks in the A3b ranked match season based on their strength, consistency, and current meta performance.
The meta shifts rapidly, so changes in tier placement are frequent and expected.
This tier list is created using the latest usage data and win rates from ranked matches. Each tier is defined as follows:
- S Tier: Dominates nearly all matchups with strong consistency and a win rate of approximately 55% or higher. These are the most powerful and reliable decks in the meta.
- A Tier: Slightly disadvantaged in certain matchups but generally maintains a strong win rate against most decks. Highly competitive and consistent.
- B Tier: Struggles against upper-tier decks unless the opening hand flows well. Win rate is more volatile depending on draw quality and matchups.
- C Tier: Has potential to win with skillful play and good draws, but lacks the consistency of higher tiers.
- D Tier: Frequently disadvantaged in many matchups and requires favorable draws to compete.
- E Tier: Highly inconsistent and rarely competitive. Wins are difficult without ideal conditions.
Please note: Using an S Tier deck does not guarantee victory. Core gameplay fundamentals, matchup knowledge, and even luck still play a major role in your success.
Deck popularity may vary by rank, such as Super Ball Rank or Hyper Ball Rank. Choosing a deck that matches well against trending decks is also a key strategy.
Stay updated with the current meta and choose a deck that fits your playstyle to maximize your ranked match success.
S Tier
Charizard ex and Sylveon ex (2 Lillie Build) Deck
Charizard ex and Sylveon ex (Guzma Build) Deck
Sylveon ex and Greninja (1 Giratina ex Build) Deck
Sylveon ex and Greninja (2 Cyrus Build) Deck
Giratina ex and Darkrai ex (Nihilego Build for Durability) Deck
A Tier
Giratina ex and Darkrai ex (2 Red Card and 2 Mars Build) Deck
Sylveon ex and Greninja (2 Irida Build for Durability) Deck
Greninja and Oricorio (Sylveon ex Build) Deck
Silvally and Zeraora (Oricorio Build) Deck
Buzzwole ex and Celesteela (Mars and Red Card Build) Deck
Flareon ex and Leafeon ex (Flareon Build for Stability) Deck
Flareon ex and Leafeon ex (Leafeon Build for Stability) Deck
Flareon ex and Leafeon ex (Flareon Build) Deck
Flareon ex and Leafeon ex (Leafeon Build) Deck
Garchomp ex and Rampardos (Sylveon ex Build) Deck
Buzzwole ex and Celesteela Deck
Silvally and Rampardos Deck
B Tier
Giratina ex and Darkrai ex (Nihilego Build) Deck
Guzzlord ex and Nihilego Deck
Greninja and Oricorio (Pyukumuku Build) Deck
Charizard ex and Silvally Deck
Solgaleo ex and Shiinotic Deck
Silvally and Rampardos (2 Penny Build) Deck
Magnezone and Sylveon ex Deck
C Tier
Rampardos and Lucario Deck
Primarina ex and Silvally Deck
Magnezone and Shiinotic Deck
Flareon ex and Silvally Deck
Magnezone and Oricorio (Shaymin Build) Deck
Primarina ex and Pyukumuku (Primarina Build) Deck
Crobat and Arceus ex (Darkness Energy–Only Sylveon ex Build) Deck
Incineroar ex and Incineroar Deck
D Tier
Crobat and Arceus ex (Sylveon ex Build) Deck
Guzzlord ex and Nihilego (Naganadel Build) Deck
Snorlax ex and Greninja (2 Cyrus Build) Deck
Snorlax ex and Greninja (Pokémon Center Lady Build for Stability) Deck
Snorlax ex & Greninja (2 Irida Build for Durability) Deck
Decidueye ex and Pheromosa Deck
Mewtwo ex and Gardevoir (Sylveon ex Build) Deck
Dragonite ex and Zeraora (X Speed Build) Deck
Flareon ex and Flareon Deck
Alcremie and Slurpuff (Sylveon ex Build) Deck
Crobat and Arceus ex and Darkrai ex Deck
Flareon ex and Turtonator Deck
Sylveon ex and Sylveon (Espeon Build) Deck
Sylveon ex and Shiinotic (Espeon Build) Deck
E Tier
Dragonite ex and Zeraora (Oricorio Build) Deck
Alcremie and Slurpuff (Aerodactyl ex Build) Deck