Aphelios - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.9%
Pick Rate
2.3%

Apheliosvs Jhin

BMarksman
Patch26.7
Matches508,082
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 12, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Aphelios vs Jhin is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Aphelios wins with a 64.0% win rate (+28.1%) over Jhin based on 153 games. Aphelios holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Aphelios build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Aphelios vs Jhin matchup.

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.

Compare against an opponent
Jhin - 64.0% win rateJhin(64.0%)
Aphelios - 64.0% win rate in this matchup
Aphelios
64.0% WR
VS
Jhin vs Aphelios matchup - 36.0% win rate
Jhin
36.0% WR

Who Wins the Aphelios vs Jhin Matchup?

Aphelios wins the Aphelios vs Jhin matchup
Winner
Aphelios
Matches: 153
64.0%
Win Rate
36.0%
6.5
CS / min
6.6
950
DMG / min
817
14,805
Gold / game
14,119
229
Heal / min
181
478
DMG Mitigated / min
365
0.5
CC / min
1.0
61.3%
Early Game WR
38.7%
65.9%
Late Game WR
34.1%

Aphelios vs Jhin Matchup Summary

The Aphelios vs Jhin matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 153 recent matches analyzed, Aphelios wins with a 64.0% win rate compared to Jhin's 36.0%, giving Aphelios a 28.1 percentage point advantage. Aphelios dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Jhin players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Jhin leads by 0.5s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Aphelios players can confidently pick into Jhin and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Jhin away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Aphelios vs Jhin Laning Phase Breakdown

Aphelios wins the laning phase against Jhin in League of Legends

Aphelios is favored during the laning phase against Jhin, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Aphelios holds advantages in damage, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.5Aphelios
6.6Jhin
Aphelios and Jhin farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.1 CS/min difference. Neither champion holds a meaningful farming advantage, so lane dominance will come from trading and jungle interaction rather than CS leads.
Damage
950Aphelios
817Jhin
Aphelios heavily out-damages Jhin by 133 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Jhin should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Aphelios's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
14,805Aphelios
14,119Jhin
Aphelios earns 685 more gold per game than Jhin, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Aphelios slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.5Aphelios
1.0Jhin
Jhin 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 Jhin coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
707Aphelios
546Jhin
Aphelios vastly out-sustains Jhin, healing and mitigating 161 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Aphelios can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Jhin is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Jhin, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Aphelios
61.3%
+22.6% advantage
Aphelios early game win rateAphelios61.3%
Jhin early game win rateJhin38.7%
Late Game
Aphelios
65.9%
+31.9% advantage
Aphelios late game win rateAphelios65.9%
Jhin late game win rateJhin34.1%

Aphelios dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 61.3% win rate — a 22.6 percentage point lead over Jhin. This lopsided early game means Aphelios 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 65.9% win rate — 31.9 points above Jhin. Extended games heavily favor Aphelios, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

Aphelios holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Jhin players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Aphelios Runes Against Jhin

Precision rune tree - Aphelios primary runes vs JhinPrecision
Press the Attack - best Aphelios rune vs JhinAbsorb Life - best Aphelios rune vs JhinLegend: Bloodline - best Aphelios rune vs JhinCut Down - best Aphelios rune vs Jhin
Sorcery rune tree - Aphelios secondary runes vs JhinSorcery
Absolute Focus - best Aphelios rune vs JhinGathering Storm - best Aphelios rune vs Jhin
75.0% WR

Running Precision primary with Sorcery secondary allows Aphelios to press their advantage against Jhin, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Aphelios matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. 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 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
50.26%1936.895614,19544.2%55.1%
44.86%1856.586813,37340.0%49.0%
42.77%1666.896913,72843.3%42.1%
46.95%1646.891613,72843.4%50.6%
64.05%1536.595014,80561.3%65.9%
48.53%1366.91,02714,73550.0%47.4%
54.48%1346.91,00614,42651.7%56.6%
50.53%956.996414,14245.5%54.9%
63.64%886.71,01314,00570.0%58.3%
51.19%846.796513,34656.8%45.0%
49.25%676.71,00913,66148.1%50.0%
42.86%636.593513,75136.7%48.5%
60.32%636.61,04814,95853.3%66.7%
51.16%436.777812,75450.0%52.4%
42.86%426.385111,94040.7%46.7%
42.11%386.71,05313,68942.1%42.1%
57.89%386.381812,69750.0%63.6%
55.56%366.91,10315,66256.3%55.0%
41.38%297.095114,16936.4%44.4%
39.29%287.11,05514,42546.1%33.3%
39.29%287.01,00514,76533.3%42.1%
48.15%276.51,00914,35563.6%37.5%
36.36%226.983413,12041.7%30.0%
61.90%216.21,05216,53825.0%70.6%
47.37%196.81,28414,88437.5%54.5%
58.82%176.389713,02570.0%42.9%
33.33%157.394213,40333.3%33.3%
42.86%146.71,08314,41328.6%57.1%
76.92%136.588312,86370.0%100.0%
41.67%126.274712,57662.5%0.0%
33.33%126.61,00918,3940.0%40.0%
45.45%116.41,07516,03940.0%50.0%
70.00%107.21,16614,71250.0%83.3%
66.67%96.387613,61240.0%100.0%
44.44%97.192915,01650.0%40.0%
57.14%77.41,10616,95133.3%75.0%
33.33%67.491915,95450.0%25.0%
33.33%66.673312,20550.0%25.0%
40.00%57.897713,10550.0%33.3%
40.00%56.075910,32550.0%0.0%
60.00%56.681013,98033.3%100.0%
80.00%55.81,21112,42150.0%100.0%
40.00%56.28059,0980.0%100.0%

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Aphelios vs Jhin - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Aphelios do against Jhin in League of Legends?

Aphelios wins the Aphelios vs Jhin matchup with a 64.0% win rate compared to Jhin's 36.0%, a 28.1 percentage point difference. This data is based on 153 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Aphelios do against Jhin in the early game?

In the early game, Aphelios has the advantage against Jhin with a 61.3% win rate versus 38.7%. Aphelios players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Aphelios do against Jhin in the late game?

In the late game, Aphelios takes over the Aphelios vs Jhin matchup with a 65.9% win rate compared to 34.1%. Aphelios scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Aphelios vs Jhin matchup?

Aphelios wins the matchup against Jhin with a 64.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 28.1 percentage point advantage means Aphelios is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 153 games analyzed.

What is the best Aphelios build against Jhin?

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

What are the best Aphelios runes against Jhin?

The best Aphelios runes against Jhin use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 75.0% win rate in the Aphelios vs Jhin matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Aphelios counter Jhin?

Yes, Aphelios has a favorable matchup against Jhin with a 64.0% win rate. Aphelios strongly counters Jhin in lane based on current patch 26.7 data.

How do I play Aphelios against Jhin?

When playing Aphelios against Jhin, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. You have early game priority — look for kills and zone control before first recall. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.