Vivid Voltage (2020)Rainbow Secret Rare2020Electric

Pikachu VMAX ("Chonkachu", Vivid Voltage)

How much is Pikachu VMAX worth? — live price & value guide

The rainbow rare 'Chonkachu' that became one of Pikachu's most beloved modern cards.

Part of the Celebrations set.

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$75.00

▲ 582.4% over 18d

Jul 8Aug 15

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Pokédex

Year: 2020
Card no.: 188/185
National Dex: #25
Type: Electric
Language: English

The 'Chonkachu' rainbow secret rare; textured rainbow foil shows print lines easily, so true PSA 10s are the scarce grade.

Why Pikachu VMAX holds value

This rainbow secret rare Pikachu VMAX earned the affectionate 'Chonkachu' nickname and became a fan-favorite thanks to its playful oversized artwork and secret-rare status. Secret rares sit above the standard set numbering and are pulled at low rates, keeping high-grade copies scarce. Pikachu's role as the franchise mascot underpins broad, lasting demand.

+A rainbow secret rare, numbered beyond the main set count and pulled at a low rate.
+Nicknamed 'Chonkachu' by the community for its chunky, oversized Pikachu artwork.
+Printed in the Vivid Voltage expansion, a Pikachu-centric modern set.

Grades to watch

PSA 10PSA 9BGS 9.5CGC 9.5

PSA 10 vs PSA 9 vs raw for Pikachu VMAX

Treat PSA 10, PSA 9, and raw near-mint as separate markets. Match grade in sold comps before you compare live asks. Canadians should add shipping before calling a US listing a deal.

Graded vs raw guide · PSA 10 vs raw for Canadians · How much is my card worth?

From the Celebrations set

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Frequently asked

What is a secret rare in modern Pokémon sets?

A secret rare is a card numbered above the printed set total (for example, a number higher than the set's stated size) and pulled at a low rate, making it a premium chase.