Azir - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
45.5%
Pick Rate
1.0%

Azirvs Vex

FMageMarksman
Patch26.7
Matches508,082
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 11, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Azir vs Vex is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Azir wins with a 66.7% win rate (+33.3%) over Vex based on 24 games. Azir holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Azir build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Azir vs Vex 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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Vex - 66.7% win rateVex(66.7%)
Azir - 66.7% win rate in this matchup
Azir
66.7% WR
VS
Vex vs Azir matchup - 33.3% win rate
Vex
33.3% WR

Who Wins the Azir vs Vex Matchup?

Azir wins the Azir vs Vex matchup
Winner
Azir
Matches: 24
66.7%
Win Rate
33.3%
7.3
CS / min
6.6
892
DMG / min
930
11,558
Gold / game
11,160
109
Heal / min
109
466
DMG Mitigated / min
462
0.4
CC / min
1.1
57.1%
Early Game WR
42.9%
80.0%
Late Game WR
20.0%

Azir vs Vex Matchup Summary

The Azir vs Vex matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 24 recent matches analyzed, Azir wins with a 66.7% win rate compared to Vex's 33.3%, giving Azir a 33.3 percentage point advantage. Azir dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Vex 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 Vex leads by 0.7s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Azir players can confidently pick into Vex and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Vex away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Azir vs Vex Laning Phase Breakdown

Azir wins the laning phase against Vex in League of Legends

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

Farming
7.3Azir
6.6Vex
Azir edges out Vex by 0.7 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 10 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Azir.
Damage
892Azir
930Vex
Vex deals 39 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 Vex's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
11,558Azir
11,160Vex
Azir earns 398 more gold per game than Vex, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Azir slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.4Azir
1.1Vex
Vex provides 0.7 seconds more crowd control per minute than Azir, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Vex coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
574Azir
571Vex
Azir and Vex have comparable sustain profiles, with only 3 HP/min separating their healing and damage mitigation. Neither champion can out-attrition the other in lane, so trades will be decided by burst potential and ability usage rather than sustain.

Best Azir Build Against Vex

Spellslinger's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Vex, providing the mobility and stats Azir needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Azir against Vex are Shadowflame, Nashor's Tooth and Rabadon's Deathcap. This combination gives Azir an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 100.0% win rate across 3 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Vex. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Azir vs Vex matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Azir
57.1%
+14.3% advantage
Azir early game win rateAzir57.1%
Vex early game win rateVex42.9%
Late Game
Azir
80.0%
+60.0% advantage
Azir late game win rateAzir80.0%
Vex late game win rateVex20.0%

Azir dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 57.1% win rate — a 14.3 percentage point lead over Vex. This lopsided early game means Azir can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Azir is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 80.0% win rate — 60.0 points above Vex. Extended games heavily favor Azir, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Best Azir Runes Against Vex

Precision rune tree - Azir primary runes vs VexPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Azir rune vs VexPresence of Mind - best Azir rune vs VexLegend: Alacrity - best Azir rune vs VexCut Down - best Azir rune vs Vex
Sorcery rune tree - Azir secondary runes vs VexSorcery
Manaflow Band - best Azir rune vs VexTranscendence - best Azir rune vs Vex
100.0% WR

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


Azir matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. 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 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
44.44%547.195512,84230.4%54.8%
47.17%537.192312,53728.6%59.4%
54.05%377.086712,26457.9%50.0%
44.44%367.582012,69841.2%47.4%
51.61%316.91,07811,92960.0%43.8%
48.39%316.872212,32870.0%38.1%
33.33%307.076712,35345.5%26.3%
37.93%296.893612,10030.0%42.1%
60.71%287.285712,01064.3%57.1%
37.04%277.273811,31621.4%53.9%
48.15%277.388212,37542.9%53.9%
66.67%247.389211,55857.1%80.0%
33.33%246.379511,12623.1%45.5%
47.62%217.192511,89338.5%62.5%
42.86%216.990813,49720.0%50.0%
52.38%217.391112,02037.5%61.5%
52.38%216.61,00111,61327.3%80.0%
33.33%217.080711,55830.0%36.4%
60.00%207.588813,17757.1%61.5%
31.58%197.51,14012,56428.6%33.3%
44.44%187.877210,18741.7%50.0%
44.44%187.495910,88544.4%44.4%
26.67%157.31,20112,59442.9%12.5%
26.67%156.585511,05322.2%33.3%
46.67%157.076211,01250.0%40.0%
42.86%147.05789,59145.5%33.3%
57.14%147.877910,07150.0%75.0%
50.00%146.71,04912,83657.1%42.9%
50.00%147.889012,80542.9%57.1%
69.23%136.395413,55660.0%75.0%
23.08%136.86968,40720.0%33.3%
69.23%137.485112,618100.0%50.0%
83.33%127.082813,39866.7%100.0%
58.33%126.875310,08157.1%60.0%
63.64%117.078313,1410.0%70.0%
60.00%106.876711,63850.0%75.0%
50.00%107.21,00214,6750.0%62.5%
33.33%97.11,11113,03725.0%40.0%
55.56%97.783812,88680.0%25.0%
62.50%87.597113,44833.3%80.0%
62.50%88.01,01314,343100.0%40.0%
25.00%86.780710,1910.0%100.0%
62.50%87.81,54315,47466.7%60.0%
50.00%87.098611,80550.0%50.0%
33.33%66.61,00414,2980.0%40.0%
83.33%67.81,12113,12575.0%100.0%
60.00%57.384211,634100.0%33.3%
60.00%56.685612,01650.0%66.7%
20.00%57.398313,8450.0%33.3%
40.00%56.41,0558,7200.0%66.7%

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Azir vs Vex - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Azir do against Vex in League of Legends?

Azir wins the Azir vs Vex matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to Vex's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 24 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Azir do against Vex in the early game?

In the early game, Azir has the advantage against Vex with a 57.1% win rate versus 42.9%. 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 Vex in the late game?

In the late game, Azir takes over the Azir vs Vex matchup with a 80.0% win rate compared to 20.0%. Azir scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Azir vs Vex matchup?

Azir wins the matchup against Vex with a 66.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 33.3 percentage point advantage means Azir is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 24 games analyzed.

What is the best Azir build against Vex?

The best Azir build against Vex includes Shadowflame, Nashor's Tooth, Rabadon's Deathcap with Spellslinger's Shoes. This build achieves a 100.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Azir runes against Vex?

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

Does Azir counter Vex?

Yes, Azir has a favorable matchup against Vex with a 66.7% win rate. Azir strongly counters Vex in lane based on current patch 26.7 data.

How do I play Azir against Vex?

When playing Azir against Vex, 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.