Is there random variation in post-evolution CP? [duplicate]

Say my friend and I are both level 20, with identical XP, and we simultaneously catch an identical 500CP Pokemon. If we then both evolve this Pokemon, will it always have the same post-evolution XP?

Additionally, what other factors would influence variation in post evolution CP?

Would a size/height disparity result in different post evolution HP? (I've seen some discussion on this but no definitive answer).

How about if my friend evolved immediately, but I waited until I was level 21?

Do all Pokemon of the same species increase in post-evolution CP at a similar rate? If so, how does this rate vary across different species?

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Best Answer

The CP post-evolution will always stay at the same percentage of the max possible CP at your current trainer level. You can see this in the semi-circle behind the Pokemon. It will always stay just as filled after evolution as it was before.

Due to how weight and height (supposedly) affect Max CP, two Pokemon of the same species may not have the same maximum CP. As a result, they may not gain the same amount of CP post-evolution.

If your friend evolved now and you waited until Level 21, your Pokemon will gain more CP as your CP cap is (supposedly) higher than your friend's currently is.

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How is evolution CP determined?

When you evolve a Pokemon, the CP scales to the same percentage of your max at that level. You can tell the approximate percentage by looking at the circle above a captured Pokemon. After evolution, the marker will always be in the same place.

What Pokemon gains the most CP from evolving?

Mega Gyarados A recent addition to the game, Gyarados' Mega Evolution currently has the highest CP. This Water and Dark-type Pok\xe9mon can reach up to 5,332 CP and has some high attack stats to suit. While Mega-evolutions are extremely powerful, they do come at a cost. The form is also only temporary.

Does higher CP mean better evolution?

In general, you want higher CP Pok\xe9mon to evolve over lower CP Pok\xe9mon, but just because a Pok\xe9mon has a high CP doesn't mean it's actually very good.

How much CP does evolution increase?

Each evolution grants 500 XP, with a bonus 500 XP if the Pok\xe9mon you evolved into isn't already in your Pok\xe9dex. Evolving Pok\xe9mon one after the other will grant a fair bit of XP if you have enough candies and enough Pok\xe9mon to evolve for a half hour.

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