Pokémon
Pokémon Name
Combat Power
0
Level
20
IVs
10/10/10

In Pokémon GO and other games, Combat Power (CP) determines your Pokémon’s battle strength, while Individual Values (IVs) represent its hidden potential. Understanding these stats helps trainers optimize their teams for raids, PvP, and more.

Understanding IV Calculators

1. Standard IV Calculations (Pokémon GO, Main Series)

IVs range from 0-15 for Attack, Defense, and Stamina. Use an IV calculator to:

  • Check hidden potential
  • Identify 100% IV Pokémon

2. Pokémon Black IV Calculator (Gen 5 Games)

In Pokémon Black/White, IVs work similarly but require:

3. Pokémon Arceus IV Calculator (Legends: Arceus)

Legends: Arceus uses Effort Levels instead of IVs, but:

Modern Pokemon Arceuss IV calculator adapt formulas for this system

Base stats still matter for performance

How to Calculate CP & IVs

CP Formula (Pokémon GO)

The CP formula combines base stats, IVs, and level: CP=((Attack+AttackIV)×Defense+DefenseIV×Stamina+StaminaIV×(CPM)210)CP=(10(Attack+AttackIV)×Defense+DefenseIV​×Stamina+StaminaIV​×(CPM)2​)

  • CPM = CP Multiplier (based on Pokémon level)
  • IVs = Individual Values (0-15 per stat)

IV Ranges & Rankings

IV %Appraisal Rating (Pokémon GO)
0-49%★☆☆ (Low)
50-64%★★☆ (Decent)
65-79%★★★ (Good)
80-99%★★★★ (Great)
100%★★★★★ (Perfect)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What’s the difference between CP and IVs?

  • CP = Overall battle strength (affected by level & stats).
  • IVs = Hidden genetic potential (0-15 per stat).

How do I check IVs in Pokémon GO?

  • Use the in-game Appraisal feature.
  • Third-party apps like PokeGenie or Calcy IV provide exact values.

Are high CP or high IV Pokémon better?

  • PvP (Great/Ultra League): Low attack + high defense/stamina IVs often perform better.
  • Raids & Master League: Max IVs + high CP are ideal.

Can I improve my Pokémon’s IVs?

  • Pokémon GO: Trading or purifying Shadow Pokémon can reroll IVs.
  • Main Series Games: Breeding and Hyper Training can maximize IVs.