A Guide to Pokémon Card Dimensions (All Card Sizes Explained)

Beginning your collecting journey in the Pokémon Trading Card Game is always an exciting experience that never gets old. You may find yourself opening your favorite Pokémon card packs and suddenly hitting the lottery, pulling one of the most expensive alternative art Pokémon cards and saying to yourself, "I need to protect this card immediately." This begs the question: what exactly are Pokémon card dimensions? If you're going to protect and preserve your cards, you need to know their exact size. Sounds like a lot, but don't worry!

The team at TCG Review has broken down everything you need to know about Pokémon card dimensions, from standard-sized cards all the way to those awesome Jumbo Pokémon cards, and we will cover the best way to keep your cards protected. Let's get started!

What Size is The Standard Pokémon Card?

The standard size of a Pokémon card is approximately 2.5 inches wide by 3.5 inches tall (6.3cm x 8.8 cm), and luckily for all of us, this size has been consistent since the first release of Pokémon cards. Having consistent Pokémon card dimensions allows for easy storage in almost all binders, deck boxes, and card sleeves, making it very convenient for collectors looking to keep their cards safe or organize their collections.

What Size Are Jumbo Pokémon Cards?

Not only did Pokémon release standard-sized cards, but they also produced Jumbo Cards that are significantly larger. There are two different sizes of Jumbo Cards that were released, each with different measurements.

Old Jumbo Card Sizes

Jumbo cards printed from 2000 to 2020 like the picture we displayed above of Blastoise EX measure about 5.7 inches by 7.87 inches (14.5 x 20 cm).

New Jumbo Card Sizes

The newer Jumbo Cards, which include any Jumbo Card printed from 2020 to 2024, are slightly smaller. They measure about 5.37 inches by 7.37 inches (13.65 x 18.73 cm).

Jumbo Cards are often included in special promotional sets, starter decks, or as part of limited-edition collections. While they are not practical for gameplay or standard storage methods, jumbo cards are sought after by collectors for their novelty and unique display appeal.

Why Does the Size of a Pokémon Card Matter?

The reason it is useful to know the size of your Pokémon cards is because understanding Pokémon card dimensions plays a vital role in protecting and storing your cards. Having a standard size helps everyone know exactly what size their cards are, so you don't have to manually measure every single time. Imagine having to pull out a measuring tape each time you needed to determine the size of your Pokémon card.

Collecting, Displaying, and Protecting Pokémon Cards

If you collect Pokémon cards in any aspect, you know that displaying and protecting your cards is essential when it comes to organizing and showcasing your collection. Having consistent Pokémon card dimensions allows any kind of collector to fit their cards into binders, deck boxes, and the best card sleeves.

This importance extends even further when it comes to knowing how to grade Pokémon cards. When you send your Pokémon cards off for grading, there are specific guidelines on how to protect your cards and get them ready for transit, all based around the standard trading card sizes.