Jinx TFT champion portrait - Set 17
Avg Place
5.26
1st Place
8.0%
Top 4
35.7%
Pick Rate
4.2%

JinxTFT Build

Set 17
SetSet 17
Matches337,751
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedApr 22, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Jinx build for TFT Set 17 with 74.3% top 4 rate. Top items: Battle Bunny Crossbow, Red Buff, and UwU Blaster. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 17 Jinx builds: Battle Bunny Crossbow, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge (74.26% top four rate, +38.55% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Last Whisper (34.02% top four rate, -1.69% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Kraken's Fury (33.80% top four rate, -1.91% difference)

Average Placement:3.10
Top 4 Rate:74.26%
Top 4 Diff:+38.55%
First Place Rate:36.76%
Pick Rate:0.95%
Average Placement:5.24
Top 4 Rate:34.02%
Top 4 Diff:-1.69%
First Place Rate:7.22%
Pick Rate:0.68%
Average Placement:5.23
Top 4 Rate:33.80%
Top 4 Diff:-1.91%
First Place Rate:8.45%
Pick Rate:1.49%

Jinx Component Priority Order in Set 17

When playing Jinx in TFT Set 17, 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
2
B.F. Sword - Priority 2 component for Jinx in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 4 builds
3
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
5
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 Red Buff, Last Whisper, Giant Slayer, 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 17

High PriorityJinx is a high-priority itemization target in Set 17. The best Jinx item build achieves a 74.3% top four rate, which is +38.6% higher than Jinx's base rate of 35.7%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate38.4%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+2.7%
Average Placement4.91
First Place Rate11.7%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate35.7%
Best Build Diff+38.6%
Champion Cost2-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Jinx Itemization in Set 17

Excellent Item Scaling

Jinx's best item build provides +38.6% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.

Most Builds Underperform

4 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.

Weak Average Placement

Even when itemized, Jinx only achieves 4.91 average placement.

Low-Cost Reroll Potential

As a 2-cost champion, Jinx is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.

Jinx Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Jinx itemization in TFT Set 17 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Jinx has a base top four rate of 35.7%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Jinx item build achieves a 74.3% top four rate, representing a +38.6% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, and 4 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Jinx achieves 38.4% top four rate (+2.7% vs base) with 4.91 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 you can commit to 3-starring Jinx through slow rolling

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 17

The best Jinx item is Red Buff with a 45.16% win rate (+9.45% vs base), 17.02% first place rate, and 2.14% pick rate. The most popular is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 23.03% pick rate and 33.62% win rate. The top three Jinx items are Red Buff, Last Whisper, and Deathblade.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Recurve BowRecurve Bow
S45.16%+9.45%17.02%2.14%403
Recurve BowSparring Gloves
B40.54%+4.83%14.53%4.29%809
B.F. SwordB.F. Sword
C38.66%+2.95%14.31%4.68%882
4
B.F. SwordRecurve Bow
B36.15%+0.44%15.04%4.77%899
5
Negatron CloakRecurve Bow
C35.50%-0.21%13.42%7.43%1,400
6
B.F. SwordSparring Gloves
D34.93%-0.78%12.76%11.27%2,124
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Recurve BowNeedlessly Large Rod
D33.62%-2.09%12.99%23.03%4,340

Best Jinx Artifact Items in TFT Set 17

The best Jinx artifact item is Cappa Juice with a 42.86% win rate (+7.15% vs base), 19.47% first place rate, and 0.07% pick rate. The most popular is Flickerblades with a 0.33% pick rate and 30.16% win rate. The top three Jinx artifact items are Cappa Juice, Fishbones, and Flickerblades.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B42.86%+7.15%19.47%0.07%14
D34.69%-1.02%10.37%0.26%49
F30.16%-5.55%12.14%0.33%63
4D28.57%-7.14%12.80%0.19%35
5C27.27%-8.44%14.06%0.12%22
6D26.83%-8.88%13.15%0.22%41
7F25.00%-10.71%5.56%0.19%36
8D25.00%-10.71%11.31%0.08%16
9F23.53%-12.18%9.57%0.09%17
10F22.58%-13.13%11.62%0.16%31
11F17.46%-18.25%7.58%0.33%63
12D0.00%-35.71%12.50%0.05%10

Best Jinx Radiant Items in TFT Set 17

The best Jinx radiant item is Radiant Deathblade with a 73.33% win rate (+37.62% vs base), 14.60% first place rate, and 0.08% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 0.46% pick rate and 40.70% win rate. Radiant Giant Slayer has the highest first place rate at 16.54%. The top three Jinx radiant items are Radiant Deathblade, Radiant Infinity Edge, and Radiant Kraken's Fury.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B73.33%+37.62%14.60%0.08%15
C44.44%+8.73%15.32%0.19%36
B42.86%+7.15%12.63%0.22%42
4D40.70%+4.99%13.29%0.46%86
5C30.00%-5.71%12.90%0.05%10
6C27.78%-7.93%11.98%0.10%18
7A23.81%-11.90%16.54%0.11%21

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Jinx Set 17 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jinx's best build in Set 17?

The best Jinx build in TFT Set 17 features Battle Bunny Crossbow, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Infinity Edge as core items. This build has a 74.26% win rate and is picked 0.95% of the time. First place rate: 36.76%, avg placement: 3.10.

What is the best item for Jinx?

Battle Bunny Crossbow is the best item for Jinx with a 53.23% win rate and 4.28% pick rate across 806 matches.

Which item is most popular on Jinx?

Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular item on Jinx with a 23.03% pick rate. It has a 33.62% win rate across 4,340 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Jinx?

The top 3 items for Jinx are Battle Bunny Crossbow, Red Buff, and UwU Blaster. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Jinx's kit.

How many matches do the Jinx item builds have?

The Jinx item build data is based on 13,908 matches analyzed in TFT Set 17. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Battle Bunny Crossbow on Jinx?

Battle Bunny Crossbow is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 53.23% win rate on Jinx.

What components should I prioritize for Jinx in TFT Set 17?

Priority components for Jinx are Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, and Sparring Gloves. These components build into Jinx's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Jinx in TFT?

On carousel for Jinx TFT builds, prioritize Recurve Bow. These components are essential for Jinx's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

Should I itemize Jinx in TFT Set 17?

Yes, Jinx is a strong item holder with a 74.3% win rate when properly itemized. Jinx should be a priority for your items in Jinx comps.

Is Jinx a good item holder in TFT Set 17?

Yes, Jinx is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 35.7% to 74.3%. Jinx scales well with items.

What is Jinx's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 17?

Jinx's top 4 rate when itemized is 38.4%. With proper items, Jinx matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Jinx emblem?

The best emblem for Jinx is Meeple Emblem with a 71.43% win rate. This emblem activates the Meeple trait on Jinx, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Jinx radiant item?

The top radiant item for Jinx is Radiant Deathblade with a 73.33% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Jinx artifact?

The best artifact for Jinx is Kayle's Radiant Exaltation with a 100.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Jinx's kit.