Aphelios - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.9%
Pick Rate
1.8%

Apheliosvs Hwei

CMarksman
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 2, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Aphelios vs Hwei is a very close matchup in LoL patch 26.11. Aphelios wins with a 50.0% win rate (+0.0%) over Hwei based on 10 games. Hwei wins the early laning phase while Aphelios scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Aphelios build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Aphelios vs Hwei matchup.

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Aphelios Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Aphelios performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, laning stats, the best build and runes for the matchup, and early vs late game analysis — all based on real ranked data.

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Aphelios - 50.0% win rate in this matchup
Aphelios
50.0% WR
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Hwei vs Aphelios matchup - 50.0% win rate
Hwei
50.0% WR

Who Wins the Aphelios vs Hwei Matchup?

Aphelios wins the Aphelios vs Hwei matchup
Winner
Aphelios
Matches: 10
50.0%
Win Rate
50.0%
6.8
CS / min
7.5
796
DMG / min
1,062
13,378
Gold / game
13,173
199
Heal / min
64
398
DMG Mitigated / min
328
0.5
CC / min
1.0
25.0%
Early Game WR
75.0%
66.7%
Late Game WR
33.3%

Aphelios vs Hwei Matchup Summary

The Aphelios vs Hwei matchup is essentially a coin-flip matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 10 recent matches analyzed, Aphelios wins with a 50.0% win rate compared to Hwei's 50.0%, giving Aphelios a 0.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Hwei controls the early laning stage, but Aphelios outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Hwei needs to press advantages before Aphelios reaches their power spikes, while Aphelios should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Hwei leads by 0.5s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Aphelios has a statistical edge, but the margin is close enough that respecting Hwei's strengths is important. Trade when cooldowns are favorable, track the enemy jungler, and build toward your strongest item spikes to convert the slight advantage into a decisive lead. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Aphelios vs Hwei Laning Phase Breakdown

Hwei wins the laning phase against Aphelios in League of Legends

Hwei is favored during the laning phase against Aphelios, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Hwei holds advantages in farming, damage and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.8Aphelios
7.5Hwei
Hwei edges out Aphelios by 0.8 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 11 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Hwei.
Damage
796Aphelios
1,062Hwei
Hwei heavily out-damages Aphelios by 265 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Aphelios should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Hwei's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
13,378Aphelios
13,173Hwei
Aphelios and Hwei generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 204 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.5Aphelios
1.0Hwei
Hwei provides 0.5 seconds more crowd control per minute than Aphelios, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Hwei coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
597Aphelios
391Hwei
Aphelios vastly out-sustains Hwei, healing and mitigating 206 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Aphelios can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Hwei is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Hwei, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Hwei
75.0%
+50.0% advantage
Aphelios early game win rateAphelios25.0%
Hwei early game win rateHwei75.0%
Late Game
Aphelios
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Aphelios late game win rateAphelios66.7%
Hwei late game win rateHwei33.3%

Hwei dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 75.0% win rate — a 50.0 percentage point lead over Aphelios. This lopsided early game means Hwei can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Aphelios is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Hwei. Extended games heavily favor Aphelios, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Hwei must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Aphelios reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Aphelios survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.

Best Aphelios Runes Against Hwei

Precision rune tree - Aphelios primary runes vs HweiPrecision
Press the Attack - best Aphelios rune vs HweiTriumph - best Aphelios rune vs HweiLegend: Alacrity - best Aphelios rune vs HweiCut Down - best Aphelios rune vs Hwei
Sorcery rune tree - Aphelios secondary runes vs HweiSorcery
Gathering Storm - best Aphelios rune vs HweiAbsolute Focus - best Aphelios rune vs Hwei
100.0% WR

The Precision primary with Sorcery secondary combination helps Aphelios maximize their potential in this closely contested matchup, providing the right mix of offensive and defensive tools to edge out Hwei.


Aphelios matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.11. The table below shows Aphelios's win rate, gold difference, and performance stats against every champion in the current meta. Click any champion name to see a detailed head-to-head breakdown including the best Aphelios build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Aphelios matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.11
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
49.08%2716.586813,27947.2%50.7%
51.79%2246.889612,99751.9%51.7%
48.65%2226.796713,97543.3%52.8%
50.68%2216.688112,97048.2%53.2%
50.00%1726.91,00314,24054.9%46.5%
50.93%1616.894113,53843.7%56.7%
47.47%1586.289712,95143.3%50.5%
48.53%1366.793713,53144.3%52.0%
41.94%936.692313,55745.2%39.2%
46.15%786.393313,30751.4%41.9%
50.00%726.895313,34450.0%50.0%
53.52%716.697214,06348.6%58.3%
51.52%666.189913,51657.7%47.5%
58.33%606.489313,05352.9%65.4%
48.33%606.578112,14942.9%56.0%
50.88%577.195613,66844.8%57.1%
60.71%566.897813,24459.4%62.5%
48.21%566.697614,16447.8%48.5%
38.46%527.290712,79740.6%35.0%
62.50%486.595913,30762.5%62.5%
47.73%447.088612,45044.4%52.9%
62.96%276.497616,25933.3%71.4%
62.96%276.792914,66837.5%73.7%
50.00%246.81,03815,91666.7%44.4%
29.17%247.086313,55945.5%15.4%
29.17%246.482113,8170.0%38.9%
55.00%206.496315,22271.4%46.1%
47.06%176.91,18915,29340.0%50.0%
29.41%176.694513,44614.3%40.0%
25.00%166.772112,90228.6%22.2%
60.00%156.591713,77957.1%62.5%
53.33%156.696612,20055.6%50.0%
21.43%146.276610,98611.1%40.0%
35.71%146.472310,88427.3%66.7%
36.36%116.91,06613,98750.0%28.6%
50.00%106.879613,37825.0%66.7%
50.00%107.896613,00850.0%50.0%
60.00%106.41,06514,95262.5%50.0%
40.00%106.61,0239,47233.3%50.0%
33.33%67.473513,19833.3%33.3%
60.00%57.21,03113,62450.0%66.7%
60.00%56.61,13118,4840.0%60.0%
20.00%57.487115,575100.0%0.0%

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Aphelios vs Hwei - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Aphelios do against Hwei in League of Legends?

Aphelios wins the Aphelios vs Hwei matchup with a 50.0% win rate compared to Hwei's 50.0%, a 0.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 10 recent ranked games in patch 26.11.

How does Aphelios do against Hwei in the early game?

In the early game, Hwei has the advantage against Aphelios with a 75.0% win rate versus 25.0%. Hwei players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Aphelios do against Hwei in the late game?

In the late game, Aphelios takes over the Aphelios vs Hwei matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Aphelios scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Aphelios vs Hwei matchup?

Aphelios wins the matchup against Hwei with a 50.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. The 0.0 percentage point advantage means Aphelios is slightly favored in this lane matchup based on 10 games analyzed.

What is the best Aphelios build against Hwei?

The best Aphelios build against Hwei includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Aphelios runes against Hwei?

The best Aphelios runes against Hwei use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Aphelios vs Hwei matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Aphelios counter Hwei?

Yes, Aphelios has a favorable matchup against Hwei with a 50.0% win rate. Aphelios slightly edges out Hwei in lane based on current patch 26.11 data.

How do I play Aphelios against Hwei?

When playing Aphelios against Hwei, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. Play safe early and scale into your power spikes where you outperform Hwei. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.