Current Prices
Raw
$350
PSA 8
$550
PSA 9
$800
PSA 10
$2,500
Prices updated May 2026. Based on recent eBay sold listings and market data.
Should You Grade This Card?
✅ Yes — potential profit of $2,120 at PSA 10
Raw value: $350
PSA 10 value: $2,500
Grading cost: $30
Potential profit at PSA 10: $2,120
Gem rate: 21.4% (6,000 out of 28,000 graded)
PSA 10 value: $2,500
Grading cost: $30
Potential profit at PSA 10: $2,120
Gem rate: 21.4% (6,000 out of 28,000 graded)
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About This Card
The original Japanese Pikachu VMAX Rainbow from Astonishing Volt Tackle — the 'Chonkachu' that took the collecting world by storm. Japanese versions are prized for superior print quality.
Grading Tips for Pikachu VMAX
- The original Japanese 'Chonkachu' — where the iconic fat Pikachu debuted
- Japanese rainbow rares have slightly better QC than English versions
- Handle with gloves — rainbow foil shows every fingerprint
Grade Difficulty
mediumJapanese print quality is generally higher than English, but rainbow rares still show fingerprints and surface marks easily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Pikachu VMAX worth?
A Pikachu VMAX Rainbow #114/100 from Astonishing Volt Tackle (Japanese) (2020) is currently worth approximately $350 raw, $550 in PSA 8, $800 in PSA 9, and $2,500 in PSA 10. Prices vary based on condition, centering, and recent sales.
Is it worth grading Pikachu VMAX?
Yes — a PSA 10 Pikachu VMAX Rainbow #114/100 is worth $2,500, compared to $350 raw. After the $30 grading fee, the potential profit at PSA 10 is $2,120. However, the gem rate is only 21.4%, so use SlabReady to predict the grade before submitting.
What does PSA 10 Pikachu VMAX sell for?
A PSA 10 Pikachu VMAX Rainbow #114/100 currently sells for approximately $2,500. There are 6,000 PSA 10 copies in the population out of 28,000 total graded, giving it a 21.4% gem rate.
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