Azir - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
45.1%
Pick Rate
0.8%

Azirvs Gwen

FMageMarksman
Patch26.10
Matches788,689
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMay 18, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Azir vs Gwen is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.10. Gwen wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Azir based on 5 games. Azir wins the early laning phase while Gwen scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Azir build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Azir vs Gwen matchup.

Azir Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Azir 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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Gwen - 40.0% win rateGwen(40.0%)
Azir - 40.0% win rate in this matchup
Azir
40.0% WR
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Gwen vs Azir matchup - 60.0% win rate
Gwen
60.0% WR

Who Wins the Azir vs Gwen Matchup?

Gwen wins the Azir vs Gwen matchup
Winner
Gwen
Matches: 5
40.0%
Win Rate
60.0%
6.4
CS / min
5.4
1,085
DMG / min
1,135
12,991
Gold / game
15,425
118
Heal / min
417
559
DMG Mitigated / min
843
0.5
CC / min
0.3
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
33.3%
Late Game WR
66.7%

Azir vs Gwen Matchup Summary

The Azir vs Gwen matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Gwen wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Azir's 40.0%, giving Gwen a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Azir controls the early laning stage, but Gwen outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Azir needs to press advantages before Gwen reaches their power spikes, while Gwen should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Gwen leads by 582 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Gwen has a strong advantage in this matchup. Azir players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Gwen overextending. Avoid prolonged trades and wait for team fights where positioning and coordination matter more. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Azir vs Gwen Laning Phase Breakdown

Gwen wins the laning phase against Azir in League of Legends

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

Farming
6.4Azir
5.4Gwen
Azir significantly out-farms Gwen by 1.0 CS per minute, accumulating an estimated 15 CS lead by mid game. This substantial farming gap gives Azir a major gold advantage and earlier item completions. Gwen players should prioritize wave management techniques like freezing near tower and using abilities efficiently to minimize the deficit.
Damage
1,085Azir
1,135Gwen
Gwen deals 50 more champion damage per minute than Azir. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Azir choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Gwen's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
12,991Azir
15,425Gwen
Gwen generates a commanding 2,435 more gold per game than Azir. This substantial economic advantage means Gwen consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Azir should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.5Azir
0.3Gwen
Both Azir and Gwen 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
677Azir
1,259Gwen
Gwen vastly out-sustains Azir, healing and mitigating 582 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Gwen can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Azir is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Azir, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Azir Build Against Gwen

Spellslinger's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Gwen, providing the mobility and stats Azir needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Azir against Gwen are Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame and Nashor's Tooth. This combination gives Azir an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Azir vs Gwen matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Azir
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Azir early game win rateAzir50.0%
Gwen early game win rateGwen50.0%
Late Game
Gwen
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Azir late game win rateAzir33.3%
Gwen late game win rateGwen66.7%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Azir and Gwen, with Azir holding a razor-thin 50.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.

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

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Azir has the edge early, but Gwen gradually takes over. However, the margins are slim enough that either champion can win at any stage with the right plays. Focus on taking advantages when you have them rather than waiting for a specific game phase.

Best Azir Runes Against Gwen

Precision rune tree - Azir primary runes vs GwenPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Azir rune vs GwenPresence of Mind - best Azir rune vs GwenLegend: Alacrity - best Azir rune vs GwenCut Down - best Azir rune vs Gwen
Resolve rune tree - Azir secondary runes vs GwenResolve
Bone Plating - best Azir rune vs GwenOvergrowth - best Azir rune vs Gwen
100.0% WR

The Precision and Resolve rune setup gives Azir the best tools to compete against Gwen in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Azir matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.10. The table below shows Azir'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 Azir build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Azir matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.10
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
56.34%717.098211,95044.1%67.6%
33.33%577.380110,99628.6%37.9%
34.55%557.284711,50929.2%38.7%
30.77%526.989810,58028.0%33.3%
58.33%486.889111,29858.3%58.3%
28.26%467.078211,37715.0%38.5%
48.89%456.71,00411,71144.0%55.0%
40.00%406.974911,17132.0%53.3%
30.77%396.868510,83525.0%36.8%
41.03%396.878410,69131.6%50.0%
38.89%367.398811,09938.9%38.9%
45.16%316.672011,29250.0%40.0%
55.17%296.488412,51644.4%60.0%
50.00%286.882312,58854.5%47.1%
44.44%277.096013,50450.0%41.2%
34.62%267.392111,97138.5%30.8%
36.00%256.484511,11321.4%54.5%
58.33%247.494613,63450.0%66.7%
37.50%247.186311,79145.5%30.8%
45.45%227.189711,97750.0%41.7%
54.55%227.793911,25546.1%66.7%
40.91%226.793511,81220.0%58.3%
59.09%227.094012,2840.0%81.3%
33.33%216.67119,99420.0%45.5%
40.00%206.568810,49140.0%40.0%
77.78%187.284711,55890.9%57.1%
38.89%187.08029,53527.3%57.1%
46.67%156.780010,06633.3%66.7%
57.14%147.173511,90150.0%66.7%
35.71%147.31,06213,68066.7%27.3%
69.23%136.587314,092100.0%66.7%
53.85%136.791313,18225.0%66.7%
38.46%137.384611,26542.9%33.3%
69.23%136.783212,118100.0%50.0%
66.67%126.81,01113,08950.0%75.0%
58.33%125.699612,70050.0%62.5%
50.00%126.679412,45440.0%57.1%
16.67%126.787310,54912.5%25.0%
70.00%107.299012,67250.0%100.0%
50.00%107.21,04813,49280.0%20.0%
33.33%96.483210,02725.0%40.0%
12.50%86.589710,3400.0%20.0%
71.43%77.21,03714,919100.0%60.0%
57.14%76.192512,87966.7%50.0%
28.57%77.073812,96233.3%25.0%
14.29%77.48418,3980.0%33.3%
33.33%68.497812,22925.0%50.0%
33.33%66.81,38213,7070.0%66.7%
50.00%67.81,06215,1980.0%50.0%
60.00%55.96799,64350.0%66.7%
40.00%56.41,3208,6250.0%66.7%
80.00%55.81,00315,4220.0%80.0%
40.00%56.41,08512,99150.0%33.3%
60.00%57.81,06314,2170.0%100.0%
80.00%56.798614,183100.0%75.0%
60.00%56.66088,87475.0%0.0%

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Azir vs Gwen - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Azir do against Gwen in League of Legends?

Gwen wins the Azir vs Gwen matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Azir's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.10.

How does Azir do against Gwen in the early game?

In the early game, Azir has the advantage against Gwen with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Azir players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Azir do against Gwen in the late game?

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

Who wins the Azir vs Gwen matchup?

Gwen wins the matchup against Azir with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.10. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Gwen is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.

What is the best Azir build against Gwen?

The best Azir build against Gwen includes Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame, Nashor's Tooth with Spellslinger's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Azir runes against Gwen?

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

Does Azir counter Gwen?

No, Azir struggles against Gwen with only a 40.0% win rate. Gwen has the advantage in this matchup. Azir players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Gwen's lead.

How do I play Azir against Gwen?

When playing Azir against Gwen, play cautiously and avoid Gwen's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Gwen has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.