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 Stats

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Strike target 3 times. Each strike deals (+65ad) physical damage and restores 105/145/200 (+ap) Health. The final one Stuns for 2 seconds.
OverviewBuildEmblemsTraitsCompsTiers
Xin Zhao has a Very High contested risk with a 10.99% 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 Xin Zhao include Bruiser/Ionia, Defender/Demacia, Caretaker/Defender.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 100% of team compositions, Xin Zhao is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 2-cost unit, Xin Zhao is easy to 3-star for enhanced utility.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Highly Contested
Skip Items
Flexible
Roll Lvl 6
2-Cost
Below Avg
Role
Xin Zhao is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Consider 3-starring Xin Zhao by slow rolling at level 6 where 2-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Bruiser/Defender (86.9%), Bruiser/Ionia (81.2%).
Contest Warning
Xin Zhao has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Xin Zhao is a flexible unit that fits into 5+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Xin Zhao activates Demacia, Warden, Ionia. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 16 Xin Zhao Stats

  • Xin Zhao health Health:850
  • Xin Zhao mana Mana:70
  • Xin Zhao armor Armor:45
  • Xin Zhao magic resistance MR:45
  • Xin Zhao attack damage AD:50
  • Xin Zhao attack speed AS:0.65
  • Xin Zhao attack range Attack Range:1
  • Xin Zhao critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Xin Zhao performance analysis shows exceptional popularity (80th percentile) and below average win rate (18th percentile). Xin Zhao's six key metrics: win rate (18th percentile), popularity (80th percentile), average placement (13th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Xin Zhao

Xin Zhao is a 2-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 43.3% win rate and 4.88 average placement. Xin Zhao has a 11.0% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Low 2-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes
  • Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions

Weaknesses

  • Below average 43.3% win rate requires optimal conditions
  • Higher 4.88 average placement indicates inconsistency
  • Low-cost unit falls off without 3-star upgrade

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Consider 3-starring Xin Zhao if given early pairs.

2

Itemization

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

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Xin Zhao with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Xin Zhao Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xin Zhao good in TFT Set 16?

Xin Zhao is currently a C-tier champion with a 43.28% win rate and 4.88 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Xin Zhao a situational pick that ranks 14th among 19 2-cost champions. Xin Zhao activates the Demacia, Warden and Ionia traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Xin Zhao in TFT?

The best items for Xin Zhao in TFT Set 16 are Thief's Gloves (47.2% win rate), Sunfire Cape (43.0% win rate) and Bramble Vest (42.8% win rate). Visit the Xin Zhao Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Xin Zhao in TFT Set 16?

The best team compositions featuring Xin Zhao in TFT Set 16 are Bruiser/Defender (86.9% win rate), Bruiser/Ionia (81.2% win rate) and Caretaker/Defender (77.6% win rate). Xin Zhao is a flexible unit that fits into 5+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Xin Zhao Comps page.

Is Xin Zhao a carry or support in TFT?

Xin Zhao is typically played as a support or tank in TFT Set 16. As a 2-cost support unit, Xin Zhao provides utility through the Demacia, Warden and Ionia traits. Focus your items on your main carry and use Xin Zhao to activate key synergies.

When should I roll for Xin Zhao in TFT?

Xin Zhao 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 Xin Zhao.

What traits does Xin Zhao have in TFT Set 16?

Xin Zhao has the Demacia, Warden and Ionia traits in TFT Set 16. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Xin Zhao Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Xin Zhao compare to other 2-cost units?

Xin Zhao ranks 14th out of 19 2-cost champions in win rate (43.28%) in TFT Set 16. With a 10.99% pick rate and 4.88 average placement, Xin Zhao is a situational 2-cost option. Similar 2-cost alternatives include Cho'Gath.

Is Xin Zhao contested in TFT Set 16?

Xin Zhao has a high pick rate of 10.99%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 16. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Xin Zhao, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.

See Also

Xin Zhao BuildXin Zhao CompsTFT ChampionsTFT CompsTFT Items