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.
Xin Zhao TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.88
1st Place
29.1%
Top 4
43.3%
Pick Rate
11.0%

Xin ZhaoTFT Comps

Set 16
C2 Cost icon2 Cost
SetSet 17
Matches641,662
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 24, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

The best Xin Zhao team comp features Bruiser , Defender , Demacia , Freljord , Heroic , Invoker , Ionia , Rune Mage , The Boss , Warden , and Yordle with a 86.90% win rate. The most popular Xin Zhao comp uses Bruiser , Ionia , Slayer , and The Boss and is picked 0.20% of the time in TFT Set 16.

Explore the best TFT team compositions featuring Xin Zhao as a core unit in your lineup. Our analysis covers 1 viable team comps that include Xin Zhao, with an average win rate of 77.63% across all compositions. The top performing Xin Zhao comp achieves an impressive 77.63% win rate, built around Caretaker, Defender, Huntress traits. This comprehensive table shows every competitive team composition using Xin Zhao, sorted by win rate to help you find the strongest builds for climbing ranked. Each composition displays the complete champion lineup, optimal item builds for carry units, all active traits with breakpoints, and detailed performance statistics including average placement, win rate, first place rate, and pick rate. Toggle between 8 and 9 champion compositions using the filters above to match your preferred board state.

3.24
Avg Place
77.63%
Top 4 Rate
13.90%
First Place
Low Contested
3.24
Avg Place
77.63%
Top 4 Rate
13.90%
First Place
Low Contested
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Xin Zhao Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 16

CaretakerCaretaker
100%77.6% WR
DefenderDefender
100%77.6% WR
HuntressHuntress
100%77.6% WR
PiltoverPiltover
100%77.6% WR
ArcanistArcanist
100%77.6% WR
TargonTargon
100%77.6% WR

Primary Synergies

Xin Zhao excels in compositions that leverage Caretaker, Defender, Huntress synergies. The Caretaker trait appears in 100% of Xin Zhao comps with a 77.6% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.

Supporting Traits

Supporting traits like Piltover, Arcanist, Targon complement Xin Zhao comps by providing additional utility and stat bonuses. These secondary synergies often activate naturally when building your core composition, adding defensive or offensive capabilities without requiring dedicated slots.

How to Play the Best Xin Zhao Comp

Stage 2-3Early Game

Aphelios
Aphelios
Bard
Bard
Neeko
Neeko
Vi
Vi

In this Caretaker/Defender/Huntress comp, Xin Zhao is available early. Start your game by picking up Aphelios, Bard , Neeko, Vi. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 77.6% win rate composition, providing early trait activations and board stability. Focus on building economy while collecting these pieces.

Stage 3-4Mid Game

Loris
Loris

Transition your board around Stage 3-4 by adding Loris. These 3-cost units are crucial for this composition's power spike and help complete key trait breakpoints. Level to 6-7 and stabilize your board.

Stage 4-5Late Game

Nidalee
Nidalee
Swain
Swain

Complete this Caretaker/Defender/Huntress composition with Nidalee , Swain in the late game. These high-cost units are essential for the comp's 77.6% win rate. Level to 8-9 and prioritize 2-starring your carries.

ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Xin Zhao Comp

Bard
Bard
Jeweled Gauntlet
Nashor's Tooth
Rabadon's Deathcap
Neeko
Neeko
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Ionic Spark
Spirit Visage
Nidalee
Nidalee
Jeweled Gauntlet
Rabadon's Deathcap
Hand Of Justice
Aphelios
Aphelios
Guinsoo's Rageblade
Infinity Edge
Kraken's Fury

For optimal Xin Zhao itemization in this Caretaker/Defender/Huntress comp, prioritize equipping Bard with Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Rabadon's Deathcap. Secondary item holders include Neeko (Gargoyle Stoneplate, Ionic Spark, Spirit Visage); Nidalee (Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap, Hand Of Justice); Aphelios (Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Kraken's Fury). Focus on collecting the right components during carousel rounds and PvE stages to complete these Best in Slot (BiS) items for maximum damage output and survivability.

PriorityTop Components to Look for on Carousel

Needlessly Large Rod
Needlessly Large Rod×8 items
Sparring Gloves
Sparring Gloves×4 items
Recurve Bow
Recurve Bow×3 items
Negatron Cloak
Negatron Cloak×3 items

When playing this Xin Zhao Caretaker/Defender/Huntress comp, prioritize Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow, Negatron Cloak during carousel rounds and PvE stages. Needlessly Large Rod is the most valuable component, appearing in 8 of the core items for this composition. Early carousel priority should focus on these key components to ensure you can complete your carry items by mid-game. If contested, look for completed items or flexible components that can pivot into multiple BiS options.

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Xin Zhao Set 16 Comps - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest win rate Xin Zhao team comp?

The highest win rate Xin Zhao team comp features Braum, Galio, Garen, Kennen , Kobuko & Yuumi, Lissandra, Ryze , Sett, Volibear , and Xin Zhao with a 86.90% win rate. This comp utilizes the Bruiser, Defender, Demacia, Freljord, Heroic, Invoker, Ionia, Rune Mage, The Boss, Warden, and Yordle traits and is picked 0.07% of the time.

Which Xin Zhao team comp is most popular?

The most popular Xin Zhao team comp uses Ahri, Jhin, Kennen , Sett, Shen, Wukong, Xin Zhao, Yasuo, Yone, and Yunara with a pick rate of 0.20%. This composition features the Bruiser, Ionia, Slayer, and The Boss traits and has a 81.21% win rate.

Which Xin Zhao TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?

The Xin Zhao comp with the highest first place rate includes Ahri, Jhin, Kennen , Sett, Shen, Wukong, Xin Zhao, Yasuo, Yone, and Yunara and achieves first place 44.73% of the time. This comp uses the Bruiser, Ionia, Slayer, and The Boss traits and has a 81.21% overall win rate.

Which Xin Zhao comp has the best average placement?

The Xin Zhao comp with the best average placement features Braum, Galio, Garen, Kennen , Kobuko & Yuumi, Lissandra, Ryze , Sett, Volibear , and Xin Zhao with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Bruiser, Defender, Demacia, Freljord, Heroic, Invoker, Ionia, Rune Mage, The Boss, Warden, and Yordle traits and maintains a 86.90% win rate.

What are the most common TFT traits used in Xin Zhao TFT comps?

The most common traits found in Xin Zhao comps are Defender, Demacia, Heroic, Arcanist, and Bruiser. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Xin Zhao team compositions and provide strong synergies with Xin Zhao's abilities and playstyle.