Aphelios - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.0%
Pick Rate
1.8%

Apheliosvs Xayah

BMarksman
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Aphelios vs Xayah is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.11. Aphelios wins with a 62.5% win rate (+25.0%) over Xayah based on 48 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 Xayah 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 - 62.5% win rate in this matchup
Aphelios
62.5% WR
VS
Xayah vs Aphelios matchup - 37.5% win rate
Xayah
37.5% WR

Who Wins the Aphelios vs Xayah Matchup?

Aphelios wins the Aphelios vs Xayah matchup
Winner
Aphelios
Matches: 48
62.5%
Win Rate
37.5%
6.5
CS / min
6.9
959
DMG / min
837
13,307
Gold / game
12,454
254
Heal / min
172
470
DMG Mitigated / min
367
0.5
CC / min
0.7
62.5%
Early Game WR
37.5%
62.5%
Late Game WR
37.5%

Aphelios vs Xayah Matchup Summary

The Aphelios vs Xayah matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 48 recent matches analyzed, Aphelios wins with a 62.5% win rate compared to Xayah's 37.5%, giving Aphelios a 25.0 percentage point advantage. Aphelios dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Xayah players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Aphelios leads by 186 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Aphelios players can confidently pick into Xayah and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Xayah 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 Xayah Laning Phase Breakdown

Aphelios wins the laning phase against Xayah in League of Legends

Aphelios is favored during the laning phase against Xayah, 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
6.9Xayah
Xayah edges out Aphelios by 0.4 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 6 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Xayah.
Damage
959Aphelios
837Xayah
Aphelios heavily out-damages Xayah by 122 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Xayah 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
13,307Aphelios
12,454Xayah
Aphelios generates a commanding 852 more gold per game than Xayah. This substantial economic advantage means Aphelios consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Xayah should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.5Aphelios
0.7Xayah
Both Aphelios and Xayah provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.2s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
724Aphelios
538Xayah
Aphelios vastly out-sustains Xayah, healing and mitigating 186 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Aphelios can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Xayah is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Xayah, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Aphelios
62.5%
+25.0% advantage
Aphelios early game win rateAphelios62.5%
Xayah early game win rateXayah37.5%
Late Game
Aphelios
62.5%
+25.0% advantage
Aphelios late game win rateAphelios62.5%
Xayah late game win rateXayah37.5%

Aphelios dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 62.5% win rate — a 25.0 percentage point lead over Xayah. 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 62.5% win rate — 25.0 points above Xayah. 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. Xayah players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Aphelios Runes Against Xayah

Precision rune tree - Aphelios primary runes vs XayahPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Aphelios rune vs XayahAbsorb Life - best Aphelios rune vs XayahLegend: Bloodline - best Aphelios rune vs XayahCut Down - best Aphelios rune vs Xayah
Sorcery rune tree - Aphelios secondary runes vs XayahSorcery
Absolute Focus - best Aphelios rune vs XayahGathering Storm - best Aphelios rune vs Xayah
60.0% WR

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


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 Xayah - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Aphelios do against Xayah in League of Legends?

Aphelios wins the Aphelios vs Xayah matchup with a 62.5% win rate compared to Xayah's 37.5%, a 25.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 48 recent ranked games in patch 26.11.

How does Aphelios do against Xayah in the early game?

In the early game, Aphelios has the advantage against Xayah with a 62.5% win rate versus 37.5%. 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 Xayah in the late game?

In the late game, Aphelios takes over the Aphelios vs Xayah matchup with a 62.5% win rate compared to 37.5%. Aphelios scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Aphelios vs Xayah matchup?

Aphelios wins the matchup against Xayah with a 62.5% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. The 25.0 percentage point advantage means Aphelios is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 48 games analyzed.

What is the best Aphelios build against Xayah?

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

What are the best Aphelios runes against Xayah?

The best Aphelios runes against Xayah use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 60.0% win rate in the Aphelios vs Xayah matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Aphelios counter Xayah?

Yes, Aphelios has a favorable matchup against Xayah with a 62.5% win rate. Aphelios strongly counters Xayah in lane based on current patch 26.11 data.

How do I play Aphelios against Xayah?

When playing Aphelios against Xayah, 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.