Vex TFT champion portrait - Set 17
Avg Place
4.04
1st Place
25.9%
Top 4
58.4%
Pick Rate
11.6%

VexTFT Stats

Set 17
SDoomer iconDoomer5 Cost icon5 Cost
SetSet 17
Matches194,416
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedApr 16, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Passive: Every time Vex attacks, Shadow strikes a nearby enemy, dealing 30/45/250 (+ap) magic damage. Whenever an enemy is struck 5 times by Shadow, Shadow strikes them again.

Active: Shadow launches 3 empowered strikes, dealing 140/210/1000 (+ap) magic damage instead.
Vex has a Moderate contested risk with a 11.56% pick rate. This unit is moderately likely to be contested - you should generally be able to find copies without too much competition. Popular comps using Vex include Meeple/Party Animal, Arbiter/Dark Star, Party Animal/Dark Star.
Primary Carry
This unit is typically played as a primary damage dealer

In 84% of team compositions, Vex is itemized as the primary carry. Best carry items include Giant Slayer, Void Staff and Hextech Gunblade. As a 5-cost unit, Vex is a natural late-game carry option.

Strategy Guide

Carry
Moderate Contest
Prioritize BiS
Flexible
Level 9+
5-Cost
Below Avg
Role
Vex is played as a primary carry in 84% of comps. Prioritize offensive items on this unit.
Leveling
Find Vex by leveling to 9+. This 5-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Items
Best-in-slot build is Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet, Giant Slayer with a 72.3% top 4 rate (+13.9% vs base win rate).
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Meeple/Party Animal (100.0%), Divine Duelist/Factory New (100.0%).
Contest Warning
Vex has a moderate contest risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Vex is a flexible unit that fits into 13+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Vex activates Doomer. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 17 Vex Stats

  • Vex health Health:900
  • Vex mana Mana:60
  • Vex armor Armor:40
  • Vex magic resistance MR:40
  • Vex attack damage AD:15
  • Vex attack speed AS:0.80
  • Vex attack range Attack Range:10
  • Vex critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Vex performance analysis shows exceptional average placement (86th percentile) and exceptional win rate (84th percentile). Vex's six key metrics: win rate (84th percentile), popularity (48th percentile), average placement (86th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Vex

Vex is a 5-cost champion in TFT Set 17 with a 58.4% win rate and 4.04 average placement. Vex has a 11.6% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 58.4% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Good 4.04 average placement for climbing
  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Premium 5-cost unit with powerful late-game impact

Weaknesses

  • High 5-cost makes it harder to hit early and 2-star
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Save gold early and level to find Vex at higher levels.

2

Itemization

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

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Vex with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Vex Set 17 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vex good in TFT Set 17?

Vex is currently a S-tier champion with a 58.39% win rate and 4.04 average placement in TFT Set 17. This makes Vex a top-tier pick that ranks 8th among 10 5-cost champions. Vex activates the Doomer trait, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Vex in TFT?

The best items for Vex in TFT Set 17 are Giant Slayer (63.7% win rate), Void Staff (61.6% win rate) and Hextech Gunblade (60.8% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet and Giant Slayer, achieving a 72.3% top 4 rate. Visit the Vex Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Vex in TFT Set 17?

The best team compositions featuring Vex in TFT Set 17 are Meeple/Party Animal (100.0% win rate), Divine Duelist/Factory New (100.0% win rate) and Meeple/Party Animal (100.0% win rate). Vex is a flexible unit that fits into 13+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Vex Comps page.

Is Vex a carry or support in TFT?

Vex is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 17. As a 5-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Vex your best items, ideally Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet and Giant Slayer. Level up to find Vex and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Vex in TFT?

Vex has the highest shop odds at level 10 with a 12.5% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 5-cost unit, prioritize leveling to 9+ before rolling to maximize your odds of finding Vex.

What traits does Vex have in TFT Set 17?

Vex has the Doomer trait in TFT Set 17. This trait synergizes well with other Doomer units. Check the Vex Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Vex compare to other 5-cost units?

Vex ranks 8th out of 10 5-cost champions in win rate (58.39%) in TFT Set 17. With a 11.56% pick rate and 4.04 average placement, Vex is a situational 5-cost option. Similar 5-cost alternatives include Fiora, Jhin and Blitzcrank.

Is Vex contested in TFT Set 17?

Vex has a high pick rate of 11.56%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 17. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Vex, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.