Gwen - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.8%
Pick Rate
1.8%

Gwenvs Kassadin

DFighter
Patch26.10
Matches2,069,456
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMay 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

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

Gwen Matchup Breakdown

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

Who Wins the Gwen vs Kassadin Matchup?

Gwen wins the Gwen vs Kassadin matchup
Winner
Gwen
Matches: 5
60.0%
Win Rate
40.0%
7.6
CS / min
7.3
1,006
DMG / min
952
13,519
Gold / game
14,347
288
Heal / min
253
848
DMG Mitigated / min
721
0.2
CC / min
0.1
33.3%
Early Game WR
66.7%
100.0%
Late Game WR
0.0%

Gwen vs Kassadin Matchup Summary

The Gwen vs Kassadin 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 Kassadin's 40.0%, giving Gwen a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Kassadin controls the early laning stage, but Gwen outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Kassadin 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 crowd control, where Gwen leads by 0.1s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Gwen players can confidently pick into Kassadin and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Kassadin away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Gwen vs Kassadin Laning Phase Breakdown

Gwen wins the laning phase against Kassadin in League of Legends

Gwen is favored during the laning phase against Kassadin, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Gwen holds advantages in farming, damage, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
7.6Gwen
7.3Kassadin
Gwen edges out Kassadin by 0.3 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 5 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Gwen.
Damage
1,006Gwen
952Kassadin
Gwen deals 53 more champion damage per minute than Kassadin. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Kassadin choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Gwen's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
13,519Gwen
14,347Kassadin
Kassadin generates a commanding 828 more gold per game than Gwen. This substantial economic advantage means Kassadin consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Gwen should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.2Gwen
0.1Kassadin
Both Gwen and Kassadin provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.1s/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
1,136Gwen
974Kassadin
Gwen vastly out-sustains Kassadin, healing and mitigating 162 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Gwen can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Kassadin is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Kassadin, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Gwen Build Against Kassadin

Spellslinger's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Kassadin, providing the mobility and stats Gwen needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Gwen against Kassadin are Shadowflame, Lich Bane and Rabadon's Deathcap. This combination gives Gwen an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 100.0% win rate across 1 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Kassadin. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Gwen vs Kassadin matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Kassadin
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Gwen early game win rateGwen33.3%
Kassadin early game win rateKassadin66.7%
Late Game
Gwen
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Gwen late game win rateGwen100.0%
Kassadin late game win rateKassadin0.0%

Kassadin dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 66.7% win rate — a 33.3 percentage point lead over Gwen. This lopsided early game means Kassadin can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Gwen is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 100.0% win rate — 100.0 points above Kassadin. Extended games heavily favor Gwen, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Kassadin must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Gwen reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Gwen 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 Gwen Runes Against Kassadin

Precision rune tree - Gwen primary runes vs KassadinPrecision
Press the Attack - best Gwen rune vs KassadinPresence of Mind - best Gwen rune vs KassadinLegend: Alacrity - best Gwen rune vs KassadinLast Stand - best Gwen rune vs Kassadin
Resolve rune tree - Gwen secondary runes vs KassadinResolve
Bone Plating - best Gwen rune vs KassadinUnflinching - best Gwen rune vs Kassadin
100.0% WR

Running Precision primary with Resolve secondary allows Gwen to press their advantage against Kassadin, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


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

Gwen 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
50.83%1206.577011,41344.4%56.1%
53.45%1165.982211,05051.8%55.0%
44.86%1076.31,31611,72537.8%50.0%
50.00%1065.777712,69159.0%44.8%
45.74%945.979511,43738.5%50.9%
37.78%906.81,14512,85240.6%36.2%
47.73%886.686011,57345.8%50.0%
42.35%856.084411,10341.5%43.2%
39.76%835.471912,32235.3%42.9%
42.50%806.569311,14239.1%47.1%
51.28%786.288312,18950.0%52.5%
41.33%756.089411,56839.5%43.2%
56.76%746.41,04712,14045.2%65.1%
49.30%714.478911,90340.6%56.4%
51.47%686.695911,82955.6%48.8%
49.18%616.11,15112,55241.7%54.0%
53.57%566.576212,47152.4%54.3%
30.91%552.976312,82527.3%33.3%
43.40%536.493812,66750.0%39.4%
35.85%536.283612,03127.8%40.0%
40.38%522.268411,65036.0%44.4%
36.00%506.077210,64138.5%33.3%
48.94%472.277912,92260.0%36.4%
37.78%456.473912,42025.0%48.0%
46.67%451.878112,83442.9%50.0%
46.67%456.276011,24033.3%61.9%
46.67%455.788611,14847.6%45.8%
61.36%446.683012,26660.0%63.2%
53.49%436.01,04711,22247.4%58.3%
35.71%421.765712,93238.9%33.3%
52.50%405.874711,55850.0%55.0%
46.15%393.292213,48343.8%47.8%
44.74%386.687611,49533.3%55.0%
42.11%381.665812,25417.6%61.9%
30.56%366.473510,66330.0%31.3%
58.33%366.587312,20035.7%72.7%
68.57%351.378513,09550.0%81.0%
51.43%356.369910,34750.0%52.9%
53.13%326.21,00611,89844.4%64.3%
53.13%326.274612,47518.2%71.4%
50.00%321.768812,65358.3%45.0%
43.75%325.175811,39833.3%52.9%
33.33%305.481510,92533.3%33.3%
56.67%303.584111,68755.0%60.0%
46.67%306.378312,42130.8%58.8%
43.33%301.975712,18253.3%33.3%
44.83%296.484910,73538.5%50.0%
38.46%264.185112,53022.2%47.1%
42.31%266.184111,42850.0%38.9%
52.00%251.770712,30838.5%66.7%
48.00%251.773413,49350.0%47.1%
60.00%255.376811,37564.3%54.5%
41.67%244.681512,36157.1%20.0%
45.83%247.180812,85338.5%54.5%
45.83%245.765811,14850.0%41.7%
54.17%241.173612,89946.1%63.6%
47.83%236.81,06811,52741.7%54.5%
50.00%226.394612,65845.5%54.5%
61.90%213.472812,51653.9%75.0%
52.38%211.373413,88044.4%58.3%
55.00%206.875011,65170.0%40.0%
40.00%205.565010,73655.6%27.3%
65.00%205.778813,34370.0%60.0%
57.89%191.577613,32157.1%58.3%
57.89%195.171711,73450.0%63.6%
50.00%183.768013,26237.5%60.0%
41.18%175.666411,9400.0%63.6%
35.29%172.778411,37925.0%60.0%
62.50%162.71,02316,40780.0%54.5%
75.00%166.91,11715,20350.0%83.3%
68.75%165.686312,71071.4%66.7%
60.00%151.61,17214,17660.0%60.0%
46.67%156.795313,30762.5%28.6%
57.14%141.289113,46766.7%50.0%
21.43%141.979714,19220.0%22.2%
42.86%144.81,01015,79966.7%36.4%
50.00%145.080413,41433.3%54.5%
69.23%136.870412,41566.7%71.4%
38.46%132.672712,80533.3%42.9%
53.85%133.17529,31860.0%50.0%
15.38%136.384111,74914.3%16.7%
53.85%136.592413,489100.0%50.0%
38.46%136.284413,71550.0%33.3%
75.00%122.11,08116,727100.0%70.0%
50.00%125.264111,07933.3%66.7%
41.67%126.776413,0250.0%50.0%
50.00%122.71,02514,68325.0%62.5%
25.00%126.190313,3150.0%42.9%
54.55%111.282612,97175.0%42.9%
63.64%111.199014,818100.0%42.9%
60.00%107.293015,04775.0%50.0%
70.00%107.01,03514,82233.3%85.7%
55.56%91.465712,36075.0%40.0%
44.44%97.385313,53625.0%60.0%
44.44%91.572112,69450.0%40.0%
62.50%84.890010,95525.0%100.0%
87.50%81.175015,251100.0%75.0%
42.86%77.485110,53320.0%100.0%
28.57%72.174612,7680.0%50.0%
28.57%75.673911,82033.3%25.0%
66.67%66.46057,97475.0%50.0%
33.33%67.575012,8850.0%66.7%
33.33%66.53928,49450.0%0.0%
33.33%66.65909,80640.0%0.0%
50.00%66.876613,37866.7%33.3%
66.67%62.277715,0740.0%66.7%
60.00%56.972513,152100.0%50.0%
20.00%56.463112,64450.0%0.0%
60.00%57.61,00613,51933.3%100.0%
0.00%55.089714,0380.0%0.0%
80.00%56.51,12118,0520.0%80.0%
60.00%55.265910,54633.3%100.0%
80.00%57.070513,247100.0%75.0%
40.00%56.71,02611,26950.0%33.3%
40.00%56.159310,20933.3%50.0%
60.00%55.991912,86650.0%66.7%

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Gwen vs Kassadin - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Gwen do against Kassadin in League of Legends?

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

How does Gwen do against Kassadin in the early game?

In the early game, Kassadin has the advantage against Gwen with a 66.7% win rate versus 33.3%. Kassadin players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Gwen do against Kassadin in the late game?

In the late game, Gwen takes over the Gwen vs Kassadin matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Gwen scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Gwen vs Kassadin matchup?

Gwen wins the matchup against Kassadin 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 Gwen build against Kassadin?

The best Gwen build against Kassadin includes Shadowflame, Lich Bane, 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 Gwen runes against Kassadin?

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

Does Gwen counter Kassadin?

Yes, Gwen has a favorable matchup against Kassadin with a 60.0% win rate. Gwen strongly counters Kassadin in lane based on current patch 26.10 data.

How do I play Gwen against Kassadin?

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