Raichu
XY - Evolutions · 36/108 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
Set
XY - EvolutionsNumber
36/108
Rarity
Holo Rare
Variant
Reverse_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Raichu Worth?
Raichu (Reverse_Holofoil variant) is a holographic rare from XY - Evolutions, card number 36/108. 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 - Evolutions, 36/108) is worth around $6.67 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $6.67, while a Damaged one drops to roughly $1.87. The full condition ladder runs Near Mint $6.67, Lightly Played $3.50, Moderately Played $3.13, Heavily Played $2.28, Damaged $1.87 — 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 $91.00 — about 14x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $29.95.
Is It Worth Grading Raichu?
Grading Raichu can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($6.67) and a PSA 10 ($91.00) is about $84.33 — a 14x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $29.95, CGC 10 $119.00, BGS 9.5 $95.00. 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 | DAMAGED | $2.65 | $2.65 | $2.65 | 1 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $4.59 | $4.59 | $4.59 | 10 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $1.00 | $1.00 | $1.00 | 15 |
| ebay | BGS 7 5 | $11.50 | $11.50 | $11.50 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 8 | $28.09 | $28.09 | $28.09 | 2 |
| ebay | BGS 8 5 | $23.99 | $23.99 | $23.99 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 9 5 | $95.00 | $95.00 | $95.00 | 4 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $119.00 | $119.00 | $119.00 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $4.25 | $4.25 | $4.25 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 7 5 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $11.50 | $11.50 | $11.50 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $8.00 | $8.00 | $8.00 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $91.00 | $91.00 | $91.00 | 29 |
| ebay | PSA 4 | $9.99 | $9.99 | $9.99 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $10.50 | $10.50 | $10.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $9.99 | $9.99 | $9.99 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $11.50 | $11.50 | $11.50 | 14 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $14.99 | $14.99 | $14.99 | 22 |
| ebay | PSA 8 5 | $17.50 | $17.50 | $17.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $29.95 | $29.95 | $29.95 | 27 |
| ebay | SGC 8 | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 | 1 |
| ebay | SGC 9 5 | $3.25 | $3.25 | $3.25 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $1.87 | $1.87 | $1.87 | 11 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $2.28 | $2.28 | $2.28 | 20 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $3.50 | $2.98 | $3.91 | 300 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $3.13 | $2.99 | $2.99 | 158 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $6.67 | $4.70 | $6.44 | 473 |
Is Raichu a Good Buy?
Holos like Raichu are among the most collected cards and tend to hold value well. 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.
