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1 CostBest Jhin build for TFT Set 16 with 41.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Giant Slayer, Spear of Shojin, and Deathblade. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Jhin builds: Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Giant Slayer (41.01% top four rate, +3.88% difference); Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Kraken's Fury (39.86% top four rate, +2.73% difference); Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge (39.01% top four rate, +1.88% difference)
Jhin Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Jhin in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves from the carousel and item drops. Tear of the Goddess and Negatron Cloak are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Jhin'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.
Why These Components for Jhin?
Recurve Bow is the 1st priority component for Jhin, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury, which are core items for maximizing Jhin's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Jhin, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Spear of Shojin, Deathblade, which are core items for maximizing Jhin's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Jhin, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Last Whisper, Striker's Flail, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Jhin's effectiveness.
Jhin Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Jhin's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Recurve Bow 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 Jhin's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Jhin in Set 16
Low PriorityJhin has low itemization priority in Set 16. Even with optimal items, Jhin only achieves +3.9% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 37.1%. Consider using Jhin as a support unit or item holder for a stronger carry.
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Jhin Itemization in Set 16
Even Jhin's best item build only provides +3.9% improvement, suggesting items have limited impact on this champion.
Even when itemized, Jhin only achieves 5.45 average placement.
As a 1-cost champion, Jhin is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Jhin Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Jhin itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Jhin has a base top four rate of 37.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Jhin item build achieves a 41.0% top four rate, representing a +3.9% difference from the base rate. 3 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 2 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Jhin achieves 31.7% top four rate (-5.4% vs base) with 5.45 average placement.
Itemized Jhin has a 6.5% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
✓When to Itemize Jhin
- When Jhin's perfect items naturally come together
- When your primary carry options aren't hitting
- As a temporary item holder before transitioning to a stronger carry
✗When NOT to Itemize Jhin
- When you have a clear path to a higher-scaling carry
- When the lobby is heavily contesting Jhin
- When you can't realistically 3-star Jhin
Best Jhin Items in TFT Set 16
The best Jhin item is Giant Slayer with a 40.73% win rate (+3.60% vs base), 13.95% first place rate, and 6.07% pick rate. The most popular is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 22.83% pick rate and 32.66% win rate. Red Buff has the highest first place rate at 15.69%. The top three Jhin items are Giant Slayer, Spear of Shojin, and Deathblade.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 40.73% | +3.60% | 13.95% | 6.07% | 1,338 | ||
 | B | 40.27% | +3.14% | 15.40% | 2.03% | 447 | ||
| B | 38.69% | +1.56% | 13.43% | 6.98% | 1,538 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 38.56% | +1.43% | 14.55% | 4.92% | 1,084 | |
| 5 |  | B | 37.45% | +0.32% | 13.38% | 8.30% | 1,829 | |
| 6 | | B | 34.77% | -2.36% | 15.69% | 2.74% | 604 | |
| 7 |  | B | 34.39% | -2.74% | 15.63% | 2.15% | 474 | |
| 8 | | B | 32.90% | -4.23% | 13.34% | 17.11% | 3,772 | |
| 9 |  | B | 32.66% | -4.47% | 13.03% | 22.83% | 5,033 |
Best Jhin Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Jhin artifact item is Luden's Tempest with a 60.00% win rate (+22.87% vs base), 18.58% first place rate, and 0.05% pick rate. The most popular is Gold Collector with a 0.23% pick rate and 50.98% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 22.69%. The top three Jhin artifact items are Luden's Tempest, Gold Collector, and Fishbones.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 60.00% | +22.87% | 18.58% | 0.05% | 10 | ||
| A | 50.98% | +13.85% | 22.69% | 0.23% | 51 | ||
| A | 39.58% | +2.45% | 19.01% | 0.22% | 48 | ||
| 4 | A | 34.04% | -3.09% | 17.94% | 0.21% | 47 | |
| 5 | B | 33.33% | -3.80% | 15.86% | 0.07% | 15 | |
| 6 | A | 30.77% | -6.36% | 16.90% | 0.12% | 26 | |
| 7 | A | 30.00% | -7.13% | 21.96% | 0.05% | 10 | |
| 8 | A | 30.00% | -7.13% | 17.69% | 0.23% | 50 | |
| 9 | A | 27.59% | -9.54% | 18.71% | 0.13% | 29 | |
| 10 | A | 27.27% | -9.86% | 18.73% | 0.05% | 11 | |
| 11 | A | 23.53% | -13.60% | 18.91% | 0.08% | 17 |
Best Jhin Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Jhin radiant item is Radiant Giant Slayer with a 58.33% win rate (+21.20% vs base), 18.94% first place rate, and 0.05% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 0.13% pick rate and 10.71% win rate. The top three Jhin radiant items are Radiant Giant Slayer, Radiant Thief's Gloves, and Radiant Deathblade.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 58.33% | +21.20% | 18.94% | 0.05% | 12 | ||
| B | 58.33% | +21.20% | 14.55% | 0.05% | 12 | ||
| B | 40.00% | +2.87% | 15.69% | 0.07% | 15 | ||
| 4 | A | 23.81% | -13.32% | 17.37% | 0.10% | 21 | |
| 5 | B | 17.65% | -19.48% | 12.52% | 0.08% | 17 | |
| 6 | B | 10.71% | -26.42% | 14.47% | 0.13% | 28 |
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Jhin Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jhin's best build in Set 16?
The best Jhin build in Set 16 is Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, and Giant Slayer with a 41.01% top four rate, 8.76% first place rate, and 4.94 average placement. This build is picked 0.91% of the time.
What is the best item for Jhin?
The best item for Jhin is Giant Slayer with a 40.73% win rate. This item is picked 6.07% of the time and has won 545 matches across 1,338 games.
Which item is most popular on Jhin?
Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular item on Jhin with a 22.83% pick rate. This item maintains a 32.66% win rate and has been used in 5,033 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Jhin?
The top 3 items for Jhin are Giant Slayer, Spear of Shojin, and Deathblade with an average win rate of 39.90%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Jhin item builds have?
The Jhin item builds are based on 17,208 total matches. Giant Slayer has the most wins with 545 victories.
Should I always build Giant Slayer on Jhin?
While Giant Slayer has the highest win rate at 40.73%, the best Jhin build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Giant Slayer, Spear of Shojin, and Deathblade as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Jhin in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Jhin in Set 16 are Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, and Sparring Gloves. These components appear most frequently in Jhin's highest win rate item builds. Recurve Bow is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Jhin's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Jhin in TFT?
When playing Jhin in TFT Set 16, prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel as it builds into Jhin's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include B.F. Sword and Sparring Gloves. These components give you the flexibility to build Jhin's optimal items.
Should I itemize Jhin in TFT Set 16?
Jhin is a low priority for itemization in TFT Set 16. Jhin's best item build achieves a +3.9% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 37.1%. Consider using items on other carries in your composition.
Is Jhin a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Jhin can serve as a temporary item holder in TFT Set 16, but consider transferring items to a stronger carry later. The +3.9% improvement with items is modest.
What is Jhin's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Jhin achieves an average top four rate of 31.7% in TFT Set 16, which is -5.4% compared to the base rate of 37.1%. The best Jhin item build reaches 41.0% top four rate with a 4.94 average placement.
What is the best Jhin emblem?
The best Jhin emblem is Freljord Emblem with a 80.00% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.05% of the time and has been used in 10 matches.
What is the top Jhin radiant item?
The top Jhin radiant item is Radiant Giant Slayer with a 58.33% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.05% of the time and has been used in 12 matches.
What is the best Jhin artifact?
The best Jhin artifact is Luden's Tempest with a 60.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.05% of the time and has been used in 10 matches.