Zapdos
XY - Evolutions · 42/108 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
Set
XY - EvolutionsNumber
42/108
Rarity
Holo Rare
Variant
Reverse_Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Zapdos Worth?
Zapdos (Reverse_Holofoil variant) is a holographic rare from XY - Evolutions, card number 42/108. 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.
Zapdos Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Zapdos (XY - Evolutions, 42/108) is worth around $4.35 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $4.35, while a Damaged one drops to roughly $1.03. The full condition ladder runs Near Mint $4.35, Lightly Played $2.85, Moderately Played $2.11, Heavily Played $1.80, Damaged $1.03 — 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 $137.00 — about 31x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $29.99.
Is It Worth Grading Zapdos?
Grading Zapdos can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($4.35) and a PSA 10 ($137.00) is about $132.65 — a 31x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $29.99, CGC 10 $33.00, CGC 9.5 $30.00. 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 | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $4.49 | $4.49 | $4.49 | 7 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $4.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 | 17 |
| ebay | BGS 10 | $64.00 | $64.00 | $64.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $33.00 | $33.00 | $33.00 | 7 |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $10.50 | $10.50 | $10.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $12.99 | $12.99 | $12.99 | 5 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $22.49 | $22.49 | $22.49 | 6 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $137.00 | $137.00 | $137.00 | 39 |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $9.99 | $9.99 | $9.99 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $19.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 9 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $17.99 | $17.99 | $17.99 | 25 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $29.99 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 25 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $1.03 | $1.03 | $1.03 | 24 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $1.80 | $1.42 | $2.37 | 37 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.85 | $2.78 | $3.44 | 278 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $2.11 | $2.11 | $2.11 | 93 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $4.35 | $4.00 | $4.17 | 654 |
Is Zapdos a Good Buy?
Holos like Zapdos 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 Zapdos's value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
