Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 16 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Neeko TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.57
1st Place
23.4%
Top 4
48.7%
Pick Rate
17.9%

NeekoTFT Stats

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Leap at target and gain 400/475/600 (+ap) Shield for 4 seconds. Slam down after a brief delay, dealing 80/120/180 (+ap) magic damage to enemies within two hexes and 20% Chilling them for 2 seconds.

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OverviewBuildEmblemsTraitsCompsTiers
Neeko has a Very High contested risk with a 17.86% pick rate. This 2-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Neeko include Defender/Disruptor, Bruiser/Defender, Dark Child/Defender.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 87% of team compositions, Neeko is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 2-cost unit, Neeko is easy to 3-star for enhanced utility.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Highly Contested
Skip Items
Flexible
Roll Lvl 6
2-Cost
Average
Role
Neeko is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Consider 3-starring Neeko by slow rolling at level 6 where 2-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Defender/Disruptor (93.2%), Bruiser/Defender (90.7%).
Contest Warning
Neeko has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Neeko is a flexible unit that fits into 11+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Neeko activates Defender, Arcanist, Ixtal. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 16 Neeko Stats

  • Neeko health Health:850
  • Neeko mana Mana:65
  • Neeko armor Armor:45
  • Neeko magic resistance MR:45
  • Neeko attack damage AD:50
  • Neeko attack speed AS:0.60
  • Neeko attack range Attack Range:1
  • Neeko critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Neeko performance analysis shows exceptional popularity (93th percentile) and below average win rate (34th percentile). Neeko's six key metrics: win rate (34th percentile), popularity (93th percentile), average placement (34th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Neeko

Neeko is a 2-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 48.7% win rate and 4.57 average placement. Neeko has a 17.9% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • Popular meta pick with 17.9% play rate
  • Low 2-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes
  • Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions

Weaknesses

  • Low-cost unit falls off without 3-star upgrade
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Consider 3-starring Neeko if given early pairs.

2

Itemization

Neeko works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Neeko with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Neeko Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neeko good in TFT Set 16?

Neeko is currently a A-tier champion with a 48.72% win rate and 4.57 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Neeko a strong pick that ranks 11th among 19 2-cost champions. Neeko activates the Defender, Arcanist and Ixtal traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Neeko in TFT?

The best items for Neeko in TFT Set 16 are Bramble Vest (51.6% win rate), Spirit Visage (49.9% win rate) and Sunfire Cape (49.7% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Bramble Vest, Sunfire Cape and Spirit Visage, achieving a 69.1% top 4 rate. Visit the Neeko Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Neeko in TFT Set 16?

The best team compositions featuring Neeko in TFT Set 16 are Defender/Disruptor (93.2% win rate), Bruiser/Defender (90.7% win rate) and Bruiser/Defender (84.6% win rate). Neeko is a flexible unit that fits into 11+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Neeko Comps page.

Is Neeko a carry or support in TFT?

Neeko is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 2-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Neeko your best items, ideally Bramble Vest, Sunfire Cape and Spirit Visage. Consider 3-starring Neeko by slow rolling at level 6 for maximum damage output.

When should I roll for Neeko in TFT?

Neeko has the highest shop odds at level 6 with a 10.53% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 2-cost unit, consider slow rolling at level 6 if you want to 3-star Neeko.

What traits does Neeko have in TFT Set 16?

Neeko has the Defender, Arcanist and Ixtal traits in TFT Set 16. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Neeko Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Neeko compare to other 2-cost units?

Neeko ranks 11th out of 19 2-cost champions in win rate (48.72%) in TFT Set 16. With a 17.86% pick rate and 4.57 average placement, Neeko is a situational 2-cost option. Similar 2-cost alternatives include Tristana, Sion and Aphelios.

Is Neeko contested in TFT Set 16?

Neeko has a high pick rate of 17.86%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 16. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Neeko, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.

See Also

Neeko BuildNeeko CompsTFT ChampionsTFT CompsTFT Items