Heimerdingervs Graves
Heimerdinger vs Graves is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.4. Graves wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Heimerdinger based on 5 games. Graves wins the early laning phase while Heimerdinger scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Heimerdinger build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Heimerdinger vs Graves matchup.
Heimerdinger Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Heimerdinger 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.
Graves(40.0%)Who Wins the Heimerdinger vs Graves Matchup?
Heimerdinger vs Graves Matchup Summary
The Heimerdinger vs Graves matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Heimerdinger's 40.0%, giving Graves a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Graves controls the early laning stage, but Heimerdinger outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Graves needs to press advantages before Heimerdinger reaches their power spikes, while Heimerdinger should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Graves leads by 736 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Graves has a strong advantage in this matchup. Heimerdinger players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Graves 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.
Heimerdinger vs Graves Laning Phase Breakdown
Graves is favored during the laning phase against Heimerdinger, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Graves holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Heimerdinger Build Against Graves
Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Graves, providing the mobility and stats Heimerdinger needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Heimerdinger against Graves are Luden's Echo, Liandry's Torment and Shadowflame. This combination gives Heimerdinger 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 Graves. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Heimerdinger vs Graves matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Heimerdinger0.0%Graves100.0%Heimerdinger50.0%Graves50.0%Graves dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Heimerdinger. This lopsided early game means Graves can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Late game (25+ minutes) is equally balanced, with Heimerdinger at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Graves. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Graves has the edge early, but Heimerdinger 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 Heimerdinger Runes Against Graves
Inspiration
Sorcery
The Inspiration and Sorcery rune setup gives Heimerdinger the best tools to compete against Graves in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Heimerdinger matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.4. The table below shows Heimerdinger'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 Heimerdinger build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48.81% | 84 | 5.8 | 1,007 | 11,720 | 37.5% | 55.8% | |
| 55.42% | 83 | 6.5 | 1,017 | 12,575 | 64.9% | 47.8% | |
| 53.01% | 83 | 6.8 | 1,049 | 11,732 | 64.7% | 44.9% | |
| 42.31% | 78 | 6.2 | 1,148 | 12,074 | 40.0% | 43.8% | |
| 51.35% | 74 | 6.4 | 1,140 | 11,796 | 50.0% | 52.4% | |
| 56.45% | 62 | 6.5 | 1,250 | 13,181 | 66.7% | 51.2% | |
| 36.67% | 60 | 6.1 | 1,030 | 11,839 | 29.2% | 41.7% | |
| 54.24% | 59 | 6.4 | 1,077 | 11,923 | 62.5% | 48.6% | |
| 47.46% | 59 | 5.8 | 1,005 | 11,609 | 48.0% | 47.1% | |
| 36.36% | 56 | 6.0 | 886 | 11,169 | 29.2% | 41.9% | |
| 50.00% | 56 | 6.3 | 967 | 10,633 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 48.15% | 55 | 6.5 | 1,413 | 11,935 | 60.0% | 41.2% | |
| 45.28% | 53 | 6.4 | 1,078 | 11,369 | 45.5% | 45.2% | |
| 40.38% | 53 | 6.5 | 1,225 | 10,907 | 50.0% | 34.4% | |
| 48.00% | 50 | 6.4 | 1,140 | 11,866 | 50.0% | 46.7% | |
| 44.00% | 50 | 6.8 | 1,057 | 12,081 | 52.4% | 37.9% | |
| 51.06% | 49 | 4.5 | 809 | 11,258 | 45.5% | 56.0% | |
| 54.17% | 48 | 6.1 | 989 | 11,237 | 52.4% | 55.6% | |
| 55.32% | 47 | 6.6 | 1,259 | 12,979 | 56.3% | 54.8% | |
| 44.68% | 47 | 6.1 | 1,040 | 11,511 | 36.4% | 52.0% | |
| 46.67% | 45 | 6.7 | 1,077 | 12,898 | 52.4% | 41.7% | |
| 54.55% | 44 | 6.7 | 1,164 | 12,249 | 72.2% | 42.3% | |
| 48.84% | 43 | 5.2 | 918 | 11,528 | 44.4% | 52.0% | |
| 55.81% | 43 | 6.1 | 974 | 12,461 | 38.5% | 63.3% | |
| 61.90% | 42 | 6.4 | 1,176 | 12,906 | 64.7% | 60.0% | |
| 57.50% | 40 | 6.2 | 1,135 | 12,149 | 50.0% | 61.5% | |
| 39.47% | 39 | 6.5 | 1,088 | 13,497 | 66.7% | 26.9% | |
| 47.37% | 39 | 6.4 | 901 | 12,338 | 61.5% | 40.0% | |
| 48.65% | 38 | 4.0 | 953 | 11,650 | 50.0% | 47.8% | |
| 43.24% | 37 | 6.3 | 1,164 | 11,254 | 28.6% | 52.2% | |
| 60.00% | 35 | 6.4 | 1,042 | 13,830 | 80.0% | 45.0% | |
| 57.14% | 35 | 6.3 | 1,063 | 11,150 | 64.3% | 52.4% | |
| 51.43% | 35 | 6.5 | 1,079 | 12,623 | 38.5% | 59.1% | |
| 64.71% | 34 | 5.7 | 1,022 | 13,613 | 88.9% | 56.0% | |
| 66.67% | 33 | 5.3 | 1,159 | 10,774 | 68.8% | 64.7% | |
| 51.61% | 32 | 6.3 | 1,188 | 13,007 | 53.9% | 50.0% | |
| 32.26% | 32 | 6.1 | 1,063 | 11,883 | 38.5% | 27.8% | |
| 41.38% | 29 | 5.8 | 1,013 | 10,061 | 38.9% | 45.5% | |
| 51.72% | 29 | 6.1 | 997 | 12,472 | 50.0% | 52.6% | |
| 58.62% | 29 | 6.3 | 1,080 | 12,883 | 61.5% | 56.3% | |
| 62.07% | 29 | 6.9 | 1,042 | 12,378 | 60.0% | 63.2% | |
| 55.17% | 29 | 5.9 | 1,104 | 12,513 | 90.0% | 36.8% | |
| 35.71% | 28 | 6.4 | 991 | 11,423 | 36.4% | 35.3% | |
| 46.43% | 28 | 6.0 | 837 | 10,162 | 60.0% | 30.8% | |
| 44.44% | 28 | 6.2 | 1,054 | 11,126 | 46.7% | 41.7% | |
| 67.86% | 28 | 6.5 | 879 | 10,319 | 62.5% | 75.0% | |
| 62.96% | 27 | 6.8 | 1,167 | 12,512 | 71.4% | 60.0% | |
| 60.00% | 25 | 6.4 | 907 | 12,296 | 63.6% | 57.1% | |
| 32.00% | 25 | 5.0 | 1,065 | 12,395 | 66.7% | 21.1% | |
| 66.67% | 24 | 6.6 | 1,236 | 15,249 | 100.0% | 55.6% | |
| 66.67% | 24 | 6.2 | 1,281 | 12,984 | 90.0% | 50.0% | |
| 39.13% | 23 | 6.7 | 1,266 | 12,809 | 27.3% | 50.0% | |
| 54.55% | 23 | 5.8 | 941 | 12,936 | 83.3% | 43.8% | |
| 50.00% | 23 | 6.4 | 934 | 12,278 | 55.6% | 46.1% | |
| 60.87% | 23 | 6.4 | 1,192 | 13,565 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 45.45% | 22 | 6.2 | 1,000 | 11,378 | 63.6% | 27.3% | |
| 57.14% | 21 | 2.4 | 978 | 11,032 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 28.57% | 21 | 5.7 | 973 | 11,666 | 25.0% | 30.8% | |
| 45.00% | 21 | 5.5 | 1,010 | 11,596 | 42.9% | 46.1% | |
| 52.38% | 21 | 5.9 | 996 | 10,882 | 54.5% | 50.0% | |
| 45.00% | 20 | 6.6 | 1,105 | 12,306 | 54.5% | 33.3% | |
| 65.00% | 20 | 3.2 | 961 | 11,717 | 57.1% | 69.2% | |
| 35.00% | 20 | 3.3 | 769 | 9,649 | 20.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 20 | 5.8 | 896 | 11,304 | 62.5% | 41.7% | |
| 57.89% | 19 | 6.7 | 1,064 | 13,766 | 62.5% | 54.5% | |
| 47.37% | 19 | 5.5 | 983 | 11,431 | 57.1% | 41.7% | |
| 52.63% | 19 | 5.4 | 977 | 12,137 | 75.0% | 46.7% | |
| 42.11% | 19 | 6.6 | 1,185 | 10,614 | 54.5% | 25.0% | |
| 52.63% | 19 | 6.6 | 1,117 | 12,115 | 55.6% | 50.0% | |
| 55.56% | 18 | 6.4 | 1,189 | 12,809 | 80.0% | 46.1% | |
| 61.11% | 18 | 2.1 | 941 | 11,689 | 75.0% | 57.1% | |
| 50.00% | 18 | 6.5 | 1,058 | 11,140 | 40.0% | 62.5% | |
| 35.29% | 17 | 1.9 | 777 | 10,108 | 42.9% | 30.0% | |
| 47.06% | 17 | 6.6 | 897 | 10,669 | 60.0% | 28.6% | |
| 64.71% | 17 | 6.1 | 1,124 | 11,919 | 42.9% | 80.0% | |
| 47.06% | 17 | 3.1 | 915 | 11,466 | 60.0% | 41.7% | |
| 64.71% | 17 | 5.8 | 1,101 | 13,609 | 33.3% | 81.8% | |
| 52.94% | 17 | 6.1 | 947 | 11,901 | 57.1% | 50.0% | |
| 47.06% | 17 | 6.1 | 1,114 | 12,621 | 55.6% | 37.5% | |
| 31.25% | 16 | 6.3 | 897 | 10,014 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 62.50% | 16 | 6.2 | 925 | 11,570 | 66.7% | 60.0% | |
| 66.67% | 15 | 5.8 | 1,008 | 11,154 | 66.7% | 66.7% | |
| 53.33% | 15 | 2.0 | 812 | 10,511 | 40.0% | 60.0% | |
| 40.00% | 15 | 6.7 | 1,135 | 14,090 | 60.0% | 30.0% | |
| 33.33% | 15 | 6.0 | 1,002 | 11,488 | 33.3% | 33.3% | |
| 71.43% | 15 | 3.4 | 886 | 10,914 | 50.0% | 87.5% | |
| 61.54% | 14 | 2.3 | 990 | 11,872 | 40.0% | 75.0% | |
| 38.46% | 14 | 6.5 | 1,092 | 13,332 | 40.0% | 37.5% | |
| 64.29% | 14 | 6.3 | 1,199 | 13,498 | 50.0% | 70.0% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 6.6 | 964 | 11,137 | 57.1% | 50.0% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 2.3 | 888 | 10,736 | 75.0% | 44.4% | |
| 46.15% | 13 | 5.0 | 922 | 10,454 | 40.0% | 50.0% | |
| 38.46% | 13 | 6.8 | 1,101 | 11,614 | 33.3% | 42.9% | |
| 61.54% | 13 | 6.2 | 942 | 11,198 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 38.46% | 13 | 6.2 | 1,030 | 9,927 | 50.0% | 20.0% | |
| 38.46% | 13 | 5.8 | 1,284 | 12,562 | 66.7% | 30.0% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 6.2 | 886 | 11,747 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 6.0 | 810 | 9,925 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 58.33% | 12 | 6.5 | 1,260 | 12,858 | 42.9% | 80.0% | |
| 63.64% | 12 | 6.5 | 956 | 11,599 | 60.0% | 66.7% | |
| 27.27% | 11 | 5.8 | 972 | 12,880 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 63.64% | 11 | 7.1 | 1,294 | 16,269 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 6.8 | 1,130 | 12,863 | 33.3% | 80.0% | |
| 36.36% | 11 | 2.6 | 845 | 10,457 | 0.0% | 57.1% | |
| 36.36% | 11 | 2.8 | 954 | 10,367 | 20.0% | 50.0% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 5.1 | 991 | 10,966 | 71.4% | 25.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 5.7 | 1,001 | 10,665 | 40.0% | 80.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 6.3 | 995 | 13,702 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 3.5 | 907 | 9,515 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 77.78% | 9 | 2.0 | 766 | 10,860 | 75.0% | 80.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 6.0 | 1,181 | 12,736 | 50.0% | 25.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 6.9 | 1,307 | 15,360 | 66.7% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 6.0 | 1,058 | 11,365 | 25.0% | 75.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 5.9 | 1,051 | 11,156 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 2.1 | 829 | 8,694 | 60.0% | 33.3% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 6.5 | 1,142 | 11,755 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 5.8 | 965 | 12,422 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 6.3 | 1,026 | 16,623 | 0.0% | 57.1% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 1.9 | 620 | 10,125 | 33.3% | 75.0% | |
| 85.71% | 7 | 3.2 | 535 | 8,034 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 85.71% | 7 | 5.3 | 857 | 10,231 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 6.5 | 1,027 | 13,320 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 6.8 | 985 | 12,009 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 5.5 | 831 | 11,040 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 5.6 | 1,075 | 14,842 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 5.6 | 1,476 | 13,922 | 100.0% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 6.4 | 1,013 | 11,489 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 83.33% | 6 | 6.7 | 1,120 | 12,976 | 100.0% | 75.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 3.0 | 857 | 9,103 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 4.0 | 922 | 15,427 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 3.2 | 859 | 12,178 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 4.6 | 857 | 13,068 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 3.6 | 1,016 | 12,268 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 2.6 | 617 | 9,597 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 3.2 | 972 | 9,932 | 100.0% | 66.7% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 7.5 | 1,225 | 14,012 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 5.4 | 834 | 8,694 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 5.7 | 1,516 | 13,427 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 4.2 | 953 | 13,191 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 6.2 | 1,013 | 13,612 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
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Heimerdinger vs Graves - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Heimerdinger do against Graves in League of Legends?
Graves wins the Heimerdinger vs Graves matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Heimerdinger's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.4.
How does Heimerdinger do against Graves in the early game?
In the early game, Graves has the advantage against Heimerdinger with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Graves players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Heimerdinger do against Graves in the late game?
In the late game, Heimerdinger takes over the Heimerdinger vs Graves matchup with a 50.0% win rate compared to 50.0%. Heimerdinger scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Heimerdinger vs Graves matchup?
Graves wins the matchup against Heimerdinger with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.4. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Graves is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.
What is the best Heimerdinger build against Graves?
The best Heimerdinger build against Graves includes Luden's Echo, Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame with Sorcerer'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 Heimerdinger runes against Graves?
The best Heimerdinger runes against Graves use the Inspiration primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Heimerdinger vs Graves matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Heimerdinger counter Graves?
No, Heimerdinger struggles against Graves with only a 40.0% win rate. Graves has the advantage in this matchup. Heimerdinger players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Graves's lead.
How do I play Heimerdinger against Graves?
When playing Heimerdinger against Graves, play cautiously and avoid Graves's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Graves in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.