Raichu
XY - BREAKthrough · 49/162 · Rare
Current Prices
Number
49/162
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Reverse_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Raichu Worth?
Raichu (Reverse_Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the XY - BREAKthrough set, card number 49/162. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it sits in the budget range, so it is an accessible addition for most collectors.
Raichu Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Raichu (XY - BREAKthrough, 49/162) is worth around $3.32 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $3.32, while a Damaged one drops to roughly $0.51. The full condition ladder runs Near Mint $3.32, Lightly Played $2.51, Moderately Played $2.12, Heavily Played $2.12, Damaged $0.51 — so grading the condition correctly before you buy or sell matters more than almost anything else. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $99.99 — about 30x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $30.00.
Is It Worth Grading Raichu?
Grading Raichu can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($3.32) and a PSA 10 ($99.99) is about $96.67 — a 30x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $30.00, PSA 8 $30.69. Only grade a budget card like this if it is flawless and you plan to hold long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.78 | $2.78 | $2.78 | 2 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $5.99 | $5.99 | $5.99 | 11 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $99.99 | $99.99 | $99.99 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $30.69 | $30.69 | $30.69 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 2 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $0.51 | $0.51 | $0.51 | 20 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $2.12 | $2.12 | $2.12 | 25 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.51 | $3.03 | $3.03 | 31 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $2.12 | $2.15 | $2.15 | 18 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $3.32 | $3.32 | $3.32 | 88 |
Is Raichu a Good Buy?
Raichu is a Rare that collectors actively chase for set completion. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Raichu's value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
