Kelvin vs Apollovs Apollo
Kelvin holds a 52.1% win rate advantage over Apollo based on 3,665 Deadlock matches. Kelvin averages 175 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.
Apollo(52.1%)
Who Wins the Kelvin vs Apollo Matchup?
Kelvin vs Apollo Matchup Summary
The Kelvin vs Apollo matchup in Deadlock is a moderately favorable matchup. Based on 3,665 recent matches analyzed, Kelvin wins with a 52.1% win rate compared to Apollo's 48.0%, giving Kelvin a 4.0 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in damage output, where Apollo consistently outperforms. Kelvin holds a meaningful advantage in this matchup. Apollo 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 Apollo Combat Analysis
Apollo 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 3,665 matches analyzed, this Kelvin vs Apollo 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 Apollo Economy Analysis
Kelvin and Apollo have nearly identical economic performance in this matchup, generating comparable souls throughout the game. Item timing advantages will come from efficient farming and securing kills rather than inherent hero advantages. Both heroes farm at comparable rates, so lane control will depend on harassment patterns and jungle support rather than inherent farming advantages.
Recommended Items for Kelvin vs Apollo
Kelvin Build vs Apollo
This winning build for Kelvin against Apollo focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 52.1% win rate against Apollo, these 7 items help Kelvin press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Spirit Snatch, Tesla Bullets, Return Fire, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 25,600 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.
Apollo Build vs Kelvin
Apollo's counter-build against Kelvin attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, Apollo players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Crippling Headshot, Healing Nova, Spellslinger, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 35,200 souls Knowing Apollo'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 Apollo matchup based on win rate data from 3,665 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 32 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 5 heroes in Deadlock. Kelvin's strongest matchup is against Viscous with a 58.2% win rate. The hardest matchup is Seven at 47.5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55.11% | 5,869 | 3.41 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 30,338 | 40,082 | |
| 48.50% | 5,765 | 3.18 | 4.6 | 5.8 | 31,155 | 39,934 | |
| 48.55% | 5,429 | 3.19 | 4.6 | 5.9 | 30,264 | 39,979 | |
| 47.61% | 4,929 | 3.21 | 4.7 | 5.9 | 29,839 | 39,494 | |
| 47.51% | 4,879 | 3.30 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 29,893 | 39,815 | |
| 54.54% | 4,771 | 3.30 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 30,176 | 40,321 | |
| 54.60% | 4,654 | 3.38 | 4.6 | 5.6 | 29,911 | 40,009 | |
| 52.97% | 4,577 | 3.50 | 4.9 | 5.6 | 31,436 | 40,868 | |
| 54.08% | 4,508 | 3.34 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 29,570 | 40,024 | |
| 50.33% | 4,419 | 3.25 | 4.8 | 5.9 | 30,298 | 39,952 | |
| 52.59% | 4,193 | 3.24 | 4.6 | 5.8 | 29,415 | 39,980 | |
| 55.98% | 3,965 | 3.33 | 4.8 | 5.9 | 30,539 | 40,111 | |
| 52.09% | 3,665 | 3.30 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 30,867 | 39,995 | |
| 51.73% | 3,659 | 3.36 | 4.6 | 5.6 | 30,105 | 39,853 | |
| 52.35% | 3,641 | 3.26 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 31,520 | 40,583 | |
| 49.46% | 3,573 | 3.32 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 30,751 | 40,214 | |
| 52.75% | 3,556 | 3.27 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 30,410 | 39,827 | |
| 55.77% | 3,442 | 3.36 | 4.5 | 5.7 | 29,262 | 40,525 | |
| 52.48% | 3,406 | 3.32 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 30,229 | 39,690 | |
| 51.15% | 3,226 | 3.40 | 4.5 | 5.5 | 29,848 | 39,470 | |
| 55.25% | 3,179 | 3.39 | 4.9 | 5.7 | 30,398 | 40,389 | |
| 51.53% | 3,130 | 3.27 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 30,583 | 40,166 | |
| 53.65% | 3,123 | 3.39 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 30,087 | 39,659 | |
| 51.98% | 3,053 | 3.06 | 4.6 | 6.1 | 28,884 | 39,572 | |
| 52.52% | 2,997 | 3.27 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 28,875 | 39,576 | |
| 52.50% | 2,951 | 3.34 | 4.7 | 5.7 | 30,470 | 39,484 | |
| 53.59% | 2,635 | 3.40 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 31,118 | 40,746 | |
| 53.58% | 2,628 | 3.34 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 29,999 | 40,082 | |
| 53.11% | 2,547 | 3.36 | 4.6 | 5.6 | 30,769 | 39,953 | |
| 50.95% | 2,366 | 3.32 | 4.7 | 5.7 | 30,832 | 39,642 | |
| 51.44% | 2,294 | 3.26 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 29,542 | 39,458 | |
| 50.13% | 2,071 | 3.19 | 4.5 | 5.6 | 29,318 | 39,954 | |
| 57.23% | 1,983 | 3.41 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 30,908 | 41,025 | |
| 54.71% | 1,898 | 3.35 | 4.5 | 5.6 | 29,411 | 40,113 | |
| 58.23% | 1,769 | 3.55 | 4.7 | 5.4 | 30,018 | 40,286 | |
| 54.23% | 1,673 | 3.31 | 4.7 | 5.7 | 30,152 | 39,890 | |
| 55.63% | 1,468 | 3.41 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 30,715 | 40,292 |
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Kelvin Matchups - FAQ
What is Kelvin's best matchup in Deadlock?
Kelvin's best matchup is against Viscous, achieving a 58.2% 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 47.5% win rate. Against this opponent, Kelvin should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.
How many favorable matchups does Kelvin have?
Kelvin has 32 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 5 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.