Zapdos 48 / 185 Pokemon Card from Vivid Voltage Set
Zapdos is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 110 HP. It is part of the Vivid Voltage set from the Sword & Shield series and features artwork by AKIRA EGAWA.…
Set: Vivid Voltage
Number: 48/185
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Zapdos Pokémon Card
Zapdos is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the Vivid Voltage set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 48/185 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Vivid Voltage set was released on November 13, 2020.
The card includes the flavor text: “A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.”.
Zapdos Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Zapdos
Card number: 48/185
Set: Vivid Voltage
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Lightning
HP: 110
Artist: AKIRA EGAWA
Release date: November 13, 2020
National Pokédex number: 145
Why Collect the Zapdos Pokémon Card?
Zapdos is a solid addition to the Vivid Voltage set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Zapdos Pokémon Card
Zapdos was illustrated by AKIRA EGAWA.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Zapdos Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Zapdos is about $0.88. Recent listings range from roughly $0.17 (low) to
5.00 (high), with a mid-point near $0.85. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Vivid Voltage set has a median card value near $0.36 and an average near .93, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -67% over the last 7 days and -65% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Vivid Voltage set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Zapdos Pokémon Card
Whether Zapdos is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 705 copies of this card, of which 300 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 42.6%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Zapdos Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Zapdos are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 705 copies to date.
Other Printings of Zapdos
Zapdos appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 19 (around $413), Pokémon Rumble 8 (around $300) and Supreme Victors 150 (around 11).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Zapdos Pokémon Card
The Zapdos pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Vivid Voltage set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Vivid Voltage set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.88; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Zapdos card from?
Zapdos is from the Vivid Voltage set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 48/185 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Zapdos card?
Zapdos is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Zapdos 48/185 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.88, within a recent range of roughly $0.17 to
5.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Zapdos card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 705 copies so far, with about 42.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Zapdos?
PSA has graded 705 copies, of which 300 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 42.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Zapdos card?
Rare Holo cards like Zapdos are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Vivid Voltage set released?
The Vivid Voltage set was released on November 13, 2020.
Are there other printings of Zapdos?
Yes. Zapdos appears on 26 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
