Aatrox  TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
3.73
1st Place
14.1%
Top 4
66.1%
Pick Rate
1.9%

Aatrox TFT Build

Set 16
SetSet 16
Matches732,372
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Aatrox build for TFT Set 16 with 95.8% top 4 rate. Top items: Quicksilver, Thief's Gloves, and Giant Slayer. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Aatrox builds: Thief's Gloves (95.79% top four rate, +29.66% difference); Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (58.09% top four rate, -8.04% difference); Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Hand Of Justice (57.37% top four rate, -8.76% difference)

Avg Placement:1.74
Top 4 Rate:95.79%
Top 4 Diff:+29.66%
1st Place Rate:61.05%
Pick Rate:0.70%
Avg Placement:4.26
Top 4 Rate:58.09%
Top 4 Diff:-8.04%
1st Place Rate:8.30%
Pick Rate:3.53%
Avg Placement:4.16
Top 4 Rate:57.37%
Top 4 Diff:-8.76%
1st Place Rate:3.68%
Pick Rate:1.39%

Aatrox Component Priority Order in Set 16

When playing Aatrox in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Negatron Cloak and Chain Vest are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Aatrox 's highest win rate items and will help you secure consistent top four placements. Focus on slamming items early using these components rather than holding for perfect items, as tempo is crucial for maintaining a healthy economy.

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Sparring Gloves - Priority 1 component for Aatrox  in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 5 builds
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B.F. Sword - Priority 2 component for Aatrox  in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 5 builds
3
Recurve Bow - Priority 3 component for Aatrox  in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 3 builds
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Negatron Cloak - Priority 4 component for Aatrox  in TFT
Negatron CloakFound in 2 builds
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Chain Vest - Priority 5 component for Aatrox  in TFT
Chain VestFound in 2 builds

Why These Components for Aatrox ?

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Aatrox , appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Quicksilver, Thief's Gloves, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Aatrox 's effectiveness.

B.F. Sword

B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Aatrox , appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Sterak's Gage, Edge of Night, which are core items for maximizing Aatrox 's effectiveness.

Recurve Bow

Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Aatrox , appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Titan's Resolve, Guinsoo's Rageblade, which are core items for maximizing Aatrox 's effectiveness.

Aatrox Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Aatrox 's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Sparring Gloves or B.F. Sword to complete your core items. Don't greed for perfect components—slam items to preserve HP.
  • Late Game (Stage 5+): Use any remaining components to build utility items or complete Aatrox 's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Aatrox in Set 16

High PriorityAatrox is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Aatrox item build achieves a 95.8% top four rate, which is +29.7% higher than Aatrox 's base rate of 66.1%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate64.0%
Top 4 Diff vs Base-2.2%
Avg Placement3.73
1st Place Rate19.4%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate66.1%
Best Build Diff+29.7%
Champion Cost5-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Aatrox Itemization in Set 16

Excellent Item Scaling

Aatrox 's best item build provides +29.7% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.

Most Builds Underperform

4 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.

High First Place Potential

Itemized Aatrox achieves 19.4% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.

High-Cost Carry Design

As a 5-cost champion, Aatrox has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.

Aatrox Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Aatrox itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Aatrox has a base top four rate of 66.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Aatrox item build achieves a 95.8% top four rate, representing a +29.7% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, and 4 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Aatrox achieves 64.0% top four rate (-2.2% vs base) with 3.73 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Aatrox achieves a 19.4% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Aatrox a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.

When to Itemize Aatrox

  • When you find Aatrox early and can build around it as your primary carry
  • When you have the optimal item components (check the Component Priority section above)
  • When the lobby isn't heavily contesting Aatrox 's key items

When NOT to Itemize Aatrox

  • When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
  • When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game

Best Aatrox Items in TFT Set 16

The best Aatrox item is Quicksilver with a 72.81% win rate (+6.68% vs base), 15.63% first place rate, and 2.78% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 21.27% pick rate and 62.97% win rate. Edge of Night has the highest first place rate at 16.23%. The top three Aatrox items are Quicksilver, Thief's Gloves, and Giant Slayer.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Sparring GlovesNegatron Cloak
B72.81%+6.68%15.63%2.78%673
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
B72.50%+6.37%16.08%3.35%811
B.F. SwordRecurve Bow
B70.98%+4.85%13.95%2.65%641
4
B.F. SwordGiant's Belt
B67.67%+1.54%14.64%6.83%1,655
5
B.F. SwordChain Vest
A67.65%+1.52%16.23%3.34%810
6
B.F. SwordSparring Gloves
B63.78%-2.35%13.34%3.19%773
7
Chain VestRecurve Bow
B63.08%-3.05%14.97%9.04%2,191
8
B.F. SwordNegatron Cloak
B62.97%-3.16%13.97%21.27%5,153
9
Tear of the GoddessSparring Gloves
B62.96%-3.17%14.18%13.93%3,375
10
Recurve BowNeedlessly Large Rod
B56.66%-9.47%13.03%2.45%593

Best Aatrox Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Aatrox artifact item is Fishbones with a 100.00% win rate (+33.87% vs base), 19.01% first place rate, and 0.04% pick rate. The most popular is Death's Defiance with a 0.77% pick rate and 68.45% win rate. Horizon Focus has the highest first place rate at 24.31%. The top three Aatrox artifact items are Fishbones, Luden's Tempest, and Silvermere Dawn.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
A100.00%+33.87%19.01%0.04%10
A90.00%+23.87%18.58%0.04%10
A77.78%+11.65%21.96%0.11%27
4A76.92%+10.79%20.56%0.05%13
5A76.92%+10.79%24.31%0.05%13
6A75.93%+9.80%20.34%0.22%54
7A70.00%+3.87%17.85%0.08%20
8A69.23%+3.10%17.94%0.05%13
9A68.45%+2.32%21.66%0.77%187
10A66.67%+0.54%21.01%0.14%33
11A66.67%+0.54%18.20%0.07%18
12A65.00%-1.13%19.98%0.08%20
13A63.00%-3.13%19.85%0.41%100
14A61.90%-4.23%22.69%0.09%21
15B51.85%-14.28%14.13%0.11%27
16A51.52%-14.61%16.90%0.27%66
17A45.45%-20.68%19.83%0.05%11
18A43.75%-22.38%20.15%0.13%32
19A41.67%-24.46%20.95%0.05%12

Best Aatrox Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Aatrox radiant item is Radiant Evenshroud with a 94.44% win rate (+28.31% vs base), 14.02% first place rate, and 0.07% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.67% pick rate and 73.01% win rate. Radiant Edge of Night has the highest first place rate at 20.21%. The top three Aatrox radiant items are Radiant Evenshroud, Radiant Infinity Edge, and Radiant Warmog's Armor.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B94.44%+28.31%14.02%0.07%18
A93.33%+27.20%17.37%0.06%15
B92.86%+26.73%14.45%0.06%14
4B90.00%+23.87%16.01%0.04%10
5A90.00%+23.87%19.00%0.04%10
6B75.00%+8.87%14.47%0.05%12
7A73.33%+7.20%16.83%0.12%30
8B73.01%+6.88%14.55%0.67%163
9B70.59%+4.46%14.34%0.07%17
10A70.00%+3.87%18.94%0.08%20
11B69.23%+3.10%12.52%0.05%13
12A68.75%+2.62%18.05%0.13%32
13B64.29%-1.84%14.04%0.06%14
14B61.54%-4.59%15.69%0.05%13
15B53.95%-12.18%17.28%0.31%76
16A45.45%-20.68%18.56%0.23%55
17A38.46%-27.67%20.21%0.05%13
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Aatrox Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aatrox 's best build in Set 16?

The best Aatrox build in Set 16 is Thief's Gloves with a 95.79% top four rate, 61.05% first place rate, and 1.74 average placement. This build is picked 0.70% of the time.

What is the best item for Aatrox ?

The best item for Aatrox is Quicksilver with a 72.81% win rate. This item is picked 2.78% of the time and has won 490 matches across 673 games.

Which item is most popular on Aatrox ?

Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Aatrox with a 21.27% pick rate. This item maintains a 62.97% win rate and has been used in 5,153 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Aatrox ?

The top 3 items for Aatrox are Quicksilver, Thief's Gloves, and Giant Slayer with an average win rate of 72.10%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.

How many matches do the Aatrox item builds have?

The Aatrox item builds are based on 16,675 total matches. Quicksilver has the most wins with 490 victories.

Should I always build Quicksilver on Aatrox ?

While Quicksilver has the highest win rate at 72.81%, the best Aatrox build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Quicksilver, Thief's Gloves, and Giant Slayer as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.

What components should I prioritize for Aatrox in TFT Set 16?

The top components to prioritize for Aatrox in Set 16 are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Recurve Bow. These components appear most frequently in Aatrox 's highest win rate item builds. Sparring Gloves is the #1 priority component, appearing in 5 of Aatrox 's top item builds.

What should I pick on carousel for Aatrox in TFT?

When playing Aatrox in TFT Set 16, prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel as it builds into Aatrox 's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include B.F. Sword and Recurve Bow. These components give you the flexibility to build Aatrox 's optimal items.

Should I itemize Aatrox in TFT Set 16?

Aatrox is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Aatrox 's best item build achieves a +29.7% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 66.1%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

Is Aatrox a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Aatrox is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Aatrox achieves +29.7% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.

What is Aatrox 's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?

When properly itemized, Aatrox achieves an average top four rate of 64.0% in TFT Set 16, which is -2.2% compared to the base rate of 66.1%. The best Aatrox item build reaches 95.8% top four rate with a 1.74 average placement.

What is the best Aatrox emblem?

The best Aatrox emblem is Invoker Emblem with a 100.00% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.03% of the time and has been used in 8 matches.

What is the top Aatrox radiant item?

The top Aatrox radiant item is Radiant Striker's Flail with a 100.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.03% of the time and has been used in 8 matches.

What is the best Aatrox artifact?

The best Aatrox artifact is Fishbones with a 100.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.04% of the time and has been used in 10 matches.