Jinx TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.39
1st Place
11.4%
Top 4
53.3%
Pick Rate
5.5%

JinxTFT Build

Set 16
SetSet 16
Matches734,119
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedFeb 12, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Jinx build for TFT Set 16 with 68.1% top 4 rate. Top items: Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury, and Deathblade. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Jinx builds: Guinsoo's Rageblade, Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury (68.09% top four rate, +14.76% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Last Whisper (66.81% top four rate, +13.48% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Kraken's Fury (62.56% top four rate, +9.23% difference)

Avg Placement:3.64
Top 4 Rate:68.09%
Top 4 Diff:+14.76%
1st Place Rate:17.54%
Pick Rate:2.48%
Avg Placement:3.83
Top 4 Rate:66.81%
Top 4 Diff:+13.48%
1st Place Rate:10.73%
Pick Rate:2.96%
Avg Placement:3.89
Top 4 Rate:62.56%
Top 4 Diff:+9.23%
1st Place Rate:12.20%
Pick Rate:7.22%

Jinx Component Priority Order in Set 16

When playing Jinx in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves from the carousel and item drops. Negatron Cloak and Needlessly Large Rod are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Jinx'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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Recurve Bow - Priority 1 component for Jinx in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 6 builds
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B.F. Sword - Priority 2 component for Jinx in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 4 builds
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Sparring Gloves - Priority 3 component for Jinx in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 2 builds
4
Negatron Cloak - Priority 4 component for Jinx in TFT
Negatron CloakFound in 1 builds
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Needlessly Large Rod - Priority 5 component for Jinx in TFT
Needlessly Large RodFound in 1 builds

Why These Components for Jinx?

Recurve Bow

Recurve Bow is the 1st priority component for Jinx, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury, Red Buff, which are core items for maximizing Jinx's effectiveness.

B.F. Sword

B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Jinx, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Deathblade, Giant Slayer, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Jinx's effectiveness.

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Jinx, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Last Whisper, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Jinx's effectiveness.

Jinx Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Jinx'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 Jinx's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Jinx in Set 16

High PriorityJinx is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Jinx item build achieves a 68.1% top four rate, which is +14.8% higher than Jinx's base rate of 53.3%. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement, indicating strong item scaling.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate63.3%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+9.9%
Avg Placement3.90
1st Place Rate11.7%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate53.3%
Best Build Diff+14.8%
Champion Cost3-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Jinx Itemization in Set 16

Excellent Item Scaling

Jinx's best item build provides +14.8% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.

Mid-Cost Flexibility

Jinx is a 3-cost unit that can serve as either a primary carry or support depending on your composition.

Jinx Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Jinx itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Jinx has a base top four rate of 53.3%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Jinx item build achieves a 68.1% top four rate, representing a +14.8% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Jinx achieves 63.3% top four rate (+9.9% vs base) with 3.90 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Jinx achieves a 11.7% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.

When to Itemize Jinx

  • When you find Jinx 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 Jinx's key items

When NOT to Itemize Jinx

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

Best Jinx Items in TFT Set 16

The best Jinx item is Last Whisper with a 61.02% win rate (+7.69% vs base), 15.99% first place rate, and 6.63% pick rate. The most popular is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 31.58% pick rate and 58.52% win rate. Red Buff has the highest first place rate at 16.74%. The top three Jinx items are Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury, and Deathblade.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Recurve BowSparring Gloves
B61.02%+7.69%15.99%6.63%5,990
Negatron CloakRecurve Bow
B60.78%+7.45%13.97%10.91%9,856
B.F. SwordB.F. Sword
B60.67%+7.34%13.92%5.12%4,622
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Recurve BowRecurve Bow
A60.24%+6.91%16.74%2.63%2,377
5
B.F. SwordRecurve Bow
B59.41%+6.08%14.38%6.98%6,305
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Recurve BowNeedlessly Large Rod
B58.52%+5.19%13.56%31.58%28,516
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B.F. SwordSparring Gloves
B58.28%+4.95%14.35%15.64%14,122

Best Jinx Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Jinx artifact item is Flickerblades with a 70.93% win rate (+17.60% vs base), 18.57% first place rate, and 0.54% pick rate. The top three Jinx artifact items are Flickerblades, Gold Collector, and Talisman Of Ascension.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
A70.93%+17.60%18.57%0.54%485
A62.50%+9.17%24.12%0.21%192
A60.47%+7.14%17.75%0.05%43
4A57.73%+4.40%18.53%0.40%362
5A57.14%+3.81%18.62%0.02%21
6A56.46%+3.13%19.31%0.23%209
7A55.70%+2.37%23.21%0.09%79
8A55.56%+2.23%20.80%0.02%18
9A54.55%+1.22%17.83%0.06%55
10A53.10%-0.23%19.81%0.16%145
11A51.92%-1.41%20.57%0.06%52
12B47.06%-6.27%16.43%0.02%17
13A46.62%-6.71%18.97%0.29%266
14B44.94%-8.39%14.13%0.10%89
15A44.44%-8.89%19.93%0.02%18
16A26.67%-26.66%20.22%0.02%15
17A23.08%-30.25%19.92%0.01%13

Best Jinx Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Jinx radiant item is Radiant Titan's Resolve with a 80.00% win rate (+26.67% vs base), 18.59% first place rate, and 0.01% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 0.26% pick rate and 59.15% win rate. Radiant Giant Slayer has the highest first place rate at 19.63%. The top three Jinx radiant items are Radiant Titan's Resolve, Radiant Last Whisper, and Radiant Striker's Flail.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
A80.00%+26.67%18.59%0.01%10
A70.37%+17.04%19.49%0.06%54
A65.00%+11.67%18.35%0.02%20
4A62.35%+9.02%19.63%0.09%85
5B59.15%+5.82%14.22%0.26%235
6A56.58%+3.25%18.39%0.08%76
7B55.56%+2.23%14.39%0.18%162
8A53.57%+0.24%17.32%0.06%56
9B40.54%-12.79%15.57%0.04%37
10B38.68%-14.65%18.87%0.12%106
11B36.36%-16.97%17.24%0.01%11
12A8.33%-45.00%17.62%0.01%12
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Jinx Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jinx's best build in Set 16?

The best Jinx build in Set 16 is Guinsoo's Rageblade, Last Whisper, and Kraken's Fury with a 68.09% top four rate, 17.54% first place rate, and 3.64 average placement. This build is picked 2.48% of the time.

What is the best item for Jinx?

The best item for Jinx is Last Whisper with a 61.02% win rate. This item is picked 6.63% of the time and has won 3,655 matches across 5,990 games.

Which item is most popular on Jinx?

Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular item on Jinx with a 31.58% pick rate. This item maintains a 58.52% win rate and has been used in 28,516 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Jinx?

The top 3 items for Jinx are Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury, and Deathblade with an average win rate of 60.82%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.

How many matches do the Jinx item builds have?

The Jinx item builds are based on 71,788 total matches. Last Whisper has the most wins with 3,655 victories.

Should I always build Last Whisper on Jinx?

While Last Whisper has the highest win rate at 61.02%, the best Jinx build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury, and Deathblade as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.

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

The top components to prioritize for Jinx in Set 16 are Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, and Sparring Gloves. These components appear most frequently in Jinx's highest win rate item builds. Recurve Bow is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Jinx's top item builds.

What should I pick on carousel for Jinx in TFT?

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

Should I itemize Jinx in TFT Set 16?

Jinx is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Jinx's best item build achieves a +14.8% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 53.3%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

Is Jinx a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Jinx is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Jinx achieves +14.8% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.

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

When properly itemized, Jinx achieves an average top four rate of 63.3% in TFT Set 16, which is +9.9% compared to the base rate of 53.3%. The best Jinx item build reaches 68.1% top four rate with a 3.64 average placement.

What is the best Jinx emblem?

The best Jinx emblem is Disruptor Emblem with a 68.03% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.14% of the time and has been used in 122 matches.

What is the top Jinx radiant item?

The top Jinx radiant item is Radiant Titan's Resolve with a 80.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 10 matches.

What is the best Jinx artifact?

The best Jinx artifact is Flickerblades with a 70.93% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.54% of the time and has been used in 485 matches.