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Pokémon DPS Calculator (Damage Per Second & TDO)

Calculate the Damage Per Second (DPS) and Total Damage Output (TDO) of your Pokémon in Raids and Gym battles. Optimize your team for time-limited battles.

Interpreting Your Result

A high DPS (e.g., 20+) is required for hard-tier solo raids. Look for a balance of high DPS and TDO to ensure you contribute enough total damage to help your group win the raid.

✓ Do's

  • •Prioritize moves with short animations (low cooldown) to maximize DPS.
  • •Match your move types to the Raid Boss’s weaknesses for a 1.6x damage multiplier.
  • •Use the "Power Up" calculator to see if reaching a new level hits a "Breakpoint" for your Fast Move.
  • •Consider the "Dodge" mechanic to increase TDO if your Pokémon is a Glass Cannon.

✗ Don'ts

  • •Don't use defensive Pokémon (like Blissey or Aggron) in Raids; their low DPS can cause the team to lose the timer.
  • •Don't value raw Move Power alone; always check the cooldown/duration of the move.
  • •Don't ignore the Mega Evolution boost, which provides a 30% DPS boost to allies using moves of the same type.
  • •Don't assume the highest CP Pokémon has the best DPS.

How It Works

The Pokémon DPS Calculator is an essential tool for trainers focused on PvE (Player vs. Environment) scenarios like Pokémon GO Raids and Gym defending. In these timed battles, raw damage per hit is less important than how quickly you can deal that damage. This tool calculates both DPS—how much health an opponent loses every second—and TDO—the total amount of damage a Pokémon can inflict before being knocked out. By balancing these two metrics, you can build the most efficient raid teams to beat bosses within the timer.

Formula Used

DPS = (Power * STAB * TypeEffectiveness * (Attack / Defense)) / (Move Duration in Seconds). TDO = DPS * Survival Time (Survival Time = HP / Damage Taken Per Second).

Real Calculation Examples

  • 1A Mewtwo with Psystrike deals significantly higher DPS than one with Psychic because Psystrike has a much shorter animation time (1.23s vs 2.8s), despite both having high base power.
  • 2A Glass Cannon like Rampardos has elite DPS for Fire-type Raids but low TDO due to its poor defenses, meaning it must be used as a lead attacker.
  • 3A Tank like Blissey has high TDO but extremely low DPS, making it an excellent Gym defender but a terrible choice for time-limited Raids.

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The Comprehensive Guide

Pokémon DPS Calculator: Optimizing Raid Damage and TDO

For Pokémon GO trainers and PvE enthusiasts, battle isn't just about winning—it's about winning fast. Whether you're attempting a challenging Solo Tier 3 Raid or trying to secure the "Hardest Hitter" title in a Mega Raid, the Pokémon DPS Calculator is your most critical tool. This guide will walk you through the math of Damage Per Second (DPS) and Total Damage Output (TDO), helping you build the ultimate raid squad.

Why DPS is King in Pokémon GO

Unlike the main series games, where combat is turn-based, Pokémon GO uses a real-time combat system. In this environment, the "Time" variable becomes just as important as the "Damage" variable. A move that deals 100 damage might seem better than one that deals 50, but if the 100-damage move takes 4 seconds to execute and the 50-damage move takes 1 second, the 50-damage move is actually twice as powerful in terms of DPS.

The DPS Equation

DPS = (Base Power * Modifiers * Attack / Defense) / Animation Duration

Understanding the Key Metrics: DPS vs. TDO

To truly optimize your team, you must understand the interplay between two metrics: DPS and TDO.

1. DPS (Damage Per Second)

This is the measure of how much health a Pokémon removes from a target every second. High DPS is mandatory for raids with short timers. If you have 300 seconds to beat a boss with 15,000 HP, your team needs a collective DPS of 50. If your DPS is 49, you lose, no matter how much health your Pokémon have left.

2. TDO (Total Damage Output)

TDO represents the total damage a Pokémon will deal before it faints. It is calculated by multiplying its DPS by its "Survival Time." A "Glass Cannon" (high DPS, low TDO) like Rampardos deals massive damage but faints quickly. A "Tank" (low DPS, high TDO) like Blissey has massive survival time but deals damage so slowly it's useless for raids. The goal is to find the "Sweet Spot" where your TDO is high enough to avoid frequent re-lobbying, but your DPS is high enough to beat the clock.

The Components of Combat Math

Several factors influence your final DPS and TDO numbers. To get the most accurate results from the calculator, you need to understand these variables:

Fast Moves and Energy Gain

Fast moves aren't just for chip damage; their primary job is to generate Energy (EPS - Energy Per Second). This energy is used to power your Charged Moves. A Fast Move with low DPS but high EPS (like Mud Shot or Psycho Cut) can often result in higher Cycle DPS because it allows you to use your most powerful attacks more often.

Charged Moves and Cooldowns

The "Duration" or "Cooldown" of a Charged Move is the time it takes for the animation to finish before you can resume using Fast Moves. Moves like Psystrike are elite because they deal massive damage with a very short animation, keeping your DPS high throughout the fight.

Advanced Strategies: Breakpoints and Bulkpoints

Hardcore trainers use the Pokémon DPS Calculator to find specific "Breakpoints."

What is a Breakpoint?

Because Pokémon damage is rounded down to the nearest whole number, there are specific levels or Attack IVs where a move's damage jumps from, say, 7 damage per hit to 8 damage per hit. This 1-point jump might seem small, but since Fast Moves are used every 0.5 to 1.5 seconds, that 1-point increase can boost your total DPS by 10% or more instantly. Finding the "Level 34.5 Breakpoint" can save you thousands of Stardust compared to blindly powering up to Level 40.

What is a Bulkpoint?

A Bulkpoint is the defensive equivalent. It's the level where the Raid Boss's attack damage drops by 1 point. This extends your Pokémon's survival time, allowing you to fire off one more Charged Move, which drastically increases your TDO.

The Power of Shadow Pokémon

Shadow Pokémon are the undisputed kings of DPS. They receive a Shadow Bonus which increases their Attack stat by 20% but decreases their Defense by 20%. In a time-limited raid, that 20% Attack boost is massive. Even a 0-IV Shadow Mewtwo will outperform a 100-IV regular Mewtwo in terms of DPS, making them the priority for serious raiders.

Environmental Boosts: Weather and Friendship

Don't forget the external multipliers that the Pokémon DPS Calculator factors in:

  • Weather Boost: A 20% (1.2x) increase to move damage of that type.
  • Friendship Bonus: Increases damage by up to 15% (1.15x) if you are raiding with a Best Friend.
  • Mega Boost: Provides 30% more damage to same-type moves and 10% more to all other moves for everyone currently in the battle.

Conclusion: Building the Perfect Team

Victory in Pokémon GO raids is a mathematical puzzle. By utilizing the Pokémon DPS Calculator, you can stop wasting Stardust on low-impact Pokémon and start focusing on the attackers that actually win battles. Balance your team with high-DPS leads and high-TDO anchors, hit your breakpoints, and watch the raid boss's health melt away. Knowledge is power—and in raids, it's the difference between a successful catch and a "Time's Up" screen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Usage of This Calculator

Who Should Use This?

Pokémon GO Raid enthusiasts, Solo-Raiders, Gym attackers, and players looking to maximize their "Premier Ball" rewards by being the top damage dealer.

Limitations

The calculator assumes a "Patchwork" battle model and doesn't account for specific energy gain from taking damage (Damage-to-Energy). It does not simulate "Dodge" cycles perfectly.

Real-World Examples

The Solo Raid Challenge

Scenario: A player is trying to solo a Machamp raid and needs 25 DPS to win within the time limit. They compare Alakazam and Mewtwo.

Outcome: Mewtwo shows 28 DPS and 400 TDO, while Alakazam shows 30 DPS and 150 TDO. The player chooses Mewtwo to avoid fainting out too early.

Shadow Power

Scenario: Comparing a Level 40 standard Dragonite vs a Level 30 Shadow Dragonite for a Dragon Raid.

Outcome: The Shadow Dragonite, despite being lower level, provides 15% higher DPS, proving that "Shadow Bonus" is superior for timed raids.

Summary

The Pokémon DPS Calculator is the definitive guide for raid efficiency. By mastering the relationship between Move Speed, Power, and Stats, you can build a team that beats the clock every time. In the world of raids, time is the only resource that matters—make sure every second counts.