
Kelvin vs Yamatovs Yamato
Kelvin holds a 51.8% win rate advantage over Yamato based on 152 Deadlock matches. Kelvin averages 1,486 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.
Kelvin Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Kelvin performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, combat stats, net worth comparison, and damage analysis — all based on real ranked Deadlock data.
Who Wins the Kelvin vs Yamato Matchup?

Kelvin vs Yamato Matchup Summary
The Kelvin vs Yamato matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 152 recent matches analyzed, Kelvin wins with a 51.8% win rate compared to Yamato's 48.3%, giving Kelvin a 3.5 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in fragging power, where Kelvin consistently outperforms. Kelvin holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Yamato players should play more cautiously, prioritize safe farming, and look for team fight opportunities where positioning and coordination matter more than 1v1 statistics.
Kelvin vs Yamato Combat Analysis
Yamato edges out Kelvin in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in kill production, damage output, objective damage. With only a 3-2 margin based on 152 matches analyzed, this Kelvin vs Yamato matchup remains contestable for both sides. Kelvin shouldn't feel outmatched — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in Kelvin's favor.
Kelvin vs Yamato Economy Analysis
Kelvin generates approximately 1,486 more souls than Yamato on average. This moderate economic edge translates to earlier power spikes and item completions, giving Kelvin a mid-game advantage. Kelvin secures more last hits (82.2 vs 75.9), while Kelvin leads in denies (3.5 vs 1.9). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.
Recommended Items for Kelvin vs Yamato
Kelvin Build vs Yamato







This winning build for Kelvin against Yamato focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 51.8% win rate against Yamato, these 7 items help Kelvin press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Surge of Power, Recharging Rush, Point Blank, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 24,800 souls The build includes high-value items that scale well into the late game. Farm efficiently and look for opportunities to extend your lead before completing these power spikes.
Yamato Build vs Kelvin







Yamato's counter-build against Kelvin attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Yamato players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Extra Health, Arctic Blast, Refresher, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 24,800 souls Knowing Yamato's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.
These item builds are optimized for the Kelvin vs Yamato matchup based on win rate data from 152 competitive matches. Item choices in Deadlock significantly impact matchup outcomes — the right build can help overcome statistical disadvantages or extend existing advantages. Remember to adapt your build based on game state, team compositions, enemy itemization, and whether you're ahead or behind in souls.
Kelvin has favorable matchups against 24 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 13 heroes in Deadlock. Kelvin's strongest matchup is against Sinclair with a 63.8% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 40.6% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | KDA | Kills | Deaths | Player DMG | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49.36% | 252 | 3.33 | 4.9 | 6.1 | 29,391 | 39,371 | |
| 40.63% | 235 | 3.21 | 4.4 | 5.7 | 26,370 | 38,532 | |
| 60.50% | 223 | 3.55 | 5.0 | 6.1 | 30,335 | 41,975 | |
| 50.73% | 218 | 3.31 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 29,238 | 39,434 | |
| 49.48% | 208 | 3.47 | 4.6 | 5.9 | 28,513 | 40,138 | |
| 49.40% | 183 | 3.40 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 30,135 | 40,245 | |
| 47.24% | 179 | 3.17 | 5.1 | 6.4 | 29,160 | 39,997 | |
| 54.88% | 179 | 3.27 | 4.5 | 6.2 | 28,887 | 39,435 | |
| 51.52% | 179 | 3.69 | 5.3 | 5.6 | 29,548 | 40,999 | |
| 52.44% | 177 | 3.16 | 4.8 | 6.4 | 28,341 | 39,627 | |
| 47.56% | 172 | 3.29 | 4.9 | 6.0 | 27,784 | 40,085 | |
| 47.74% | 165 | 3.50 | 4.6 | 5.6 | 28,355 | 40,207 | |
| 49.65% | 159 | 3.64 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 31,110 | 41,326 | |
| 45.52% | 155 | 3.23 | 5.2 | 6.5 | 35,159 | 42,646 | |
| 51.03% | 154 | 3.41 | 5.1 | 6.3 | 30,353 | 39,638 | |
| 51.77% | 152 | 3.60 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 25,905 | 38,908 | |
| 49.62% | 152 | 3.19 | 4.9 | 6.3 | 29,556 | 40,953 | |
| 58.57% | 147 | 3.49 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 29,929 | 41,182 | |
| 48.15% | 144 | 3.58 | 5.2 | 5.6 | 28,428 | 40,884 | |
| 54.03% | 134 | 2.94 | 4.8 | 6.6 | 26,400 | 40,391 | |
| 52.71% | 133 | 3.75 | 4.9 | 5.5 | 29,917 | 41,354 | |
| 51.72% | 131 | 3.41 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 28,687 | 40,818 | |
| 52.46% | 130 | 3.35 | 4.6 | 6.0 | 30,716 | 40,427 | |
| 52.07% | 128 | 3.36 | 5.1 | 6.2 | 30,992 | 41,355 | |
| 56.56% | 128 | 3.39 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 28,750 | 41,977 | |
| 53.33% | 125 | 3.35 | 4.6 | 6.0 | 27,951 | 40,110 | |
| 50.00% | 123 | 3.57 | 4.9 | 5.9 | 28,384 | 39,102 | |
| 50.41% | 122 | 3.43 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 30,784 | 41,314 | |
| 45.22% | 118 | 3.23 | 4.6 | 6.2 | 29,896 | 40,396 | |
| 53.70% | 116 | 3.29 | 4.5 | 5.7 | 28,506 | 38,900 | |
| 53.54% | 100 | 3.29 | 5.1 | 6.4 | 29,877 | 41,358 | |
| 47.78% | 100 | 3.12 | 4.2 | 6.0 | 27,672 | 39,970 | |
| 52.17% | 99 | 3.56 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 28,132 | 39,830 | |
| 58.24% | 96 | 3.57 | 4.9 | 5.7 | 29,910 | 40,304 | |
| 55.81% | 95 | 3.32 | 4.8 | 6.1 | 30,151 | 40,438 | |
| 63.77% | 72 | 3.77 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 26,955 | 40,394 | |
| 54.69% | 66 | 3.87 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 26,638 | 39,311 |
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Kelvin Matchups - FAQ
What is Kelvin's best matchup in Deadlock?
Kelvin's best matchup is against Sinclair, achieving a 63.8% win rate. Kelvin excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.
What is Kelvin's hardest matchup?
Kelvin's hardest matchup is against Seven, with only a 40.6% win rate. Against this opponent, Kelvin should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Kelvin have?
Kelvin has 24 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 13 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Kelvin in difficult matchups?
When playing Kelvin in difficult matchups, prioritize safe farming, positioning, and team coordination. Adjust your item build to compensate for the matchup disadvantage, and look for opportunities to impact fights through abilities rather than direct confrontation.
What stats should I focus on in Kelvin's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Kelvin's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average player damage, and net worth difference. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more defensively and relying on team support.
