Illaoivs Xin Zhao
Illaoi vs Xin Zhao is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Xin Zhao wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Illaoi based on 5 games. Illaoi wins the early laning phase while Xin Zhao scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Illaoi build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Illaoi vs Xin Zhao matchup.
Illaoi Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Illaoi 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.
Xin Zhao(40.0%)Who Wins the Illaoi vs Xin Zhao Matchup?
Illaoi vs Xin Zhao Matchup Summary
The Illaoi vs Xin Zhao matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Xin Zhao wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Illaoi's 40.0%, giving Xin Zhao a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Illaoi controls the early laning stage, but Xin Zhao outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Illaoi needs to press advantages before Xin Zhao reaches their power spikes, while Xin Zhao should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Xin Zhao leads by 0.7s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Xin Zhao has a strong advantage in this matchup. Illaoi players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Xin Zhao 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.
Illaoi vs Xin Zhao Laning Phase Breakdown
Illaoi is favored during the laning phase against Xin Zhao, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Illaoi holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Illaoi Build Against Xin Zhao
Plated Steelcaps is the optimal boots choice against Xin Zhao, providing the mobility and stats Illaoi needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Illaoi against Xin Zhao are Sundered Sky, Bloodthirster and Black Cleaver. This combination gives Illaoi 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 Illaoi vs Xin Zhao matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Illaoi50.0%Xin Zhao50.0%Illaoi33.3%Xin Zhao66.7%The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Illaoi and Xin Zhao, with Illaoi 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.
Xin Zhao is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Illaoi. Extended games heavily favor Xin Zhao, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Illaoi has the edge early, but Xin Zhao 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 Illaoi Runes Against Xin Zhao
Precision
Resolve
The Precision and Resolve rune setup gives Illaoi the best tools to compete against Xin Zhao in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Illaoi matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Illaoi'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 Illaoi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45.63% | 160 | 7.1 | 1,028 | 12,036 | 49.3% | 42.5% | |
| 46.36% | 110 | 6.3 | 912 | 11,304 | 46.1% | 46.5% | |
| 54.08% | 98 | 6.9 | 1,044 | 12,607 | 70.7% | 42.1% | |
| 46.25% | 80 | 6.4 | 783 | 12,261 | 51.9% | 43.4% | |
| 50.00% | 80 | 7.5 | 1,259 | 12,745 | 60.6% | 42.5% | |
| 42.86% | 77 | 7.0 | 1,113 | 13,109 | 37.9% | 45.8% | |
| 42.42% | 66 | 6.8 | 930 | 11,481 | 43.8% | 41.2% | |
| 53.85% | 52 | 7.0 | 927 | 12,722 | 61.1% | 50.0% | |
| 52.00% | 50 | 7.6 | 1,175 | 13,184 | 68.4% | 41.9% | |
| 36.96% | 46 | 7.0 | 1,142 | 13,159 | 64.3% | 25.0% | |
| 60.00% | 45 | 7.7 | 1,609 | 12,900 | 65.0% | 56.0% | |
| 52.27% | 44 | 7.4 | 1,106 | 13,635 | 41.2% | 59.3% | |
| 53.49% | 43 | 7.3 | 1,168 | 13,529 | 71.4% | 36.4% | |
| 52.38% | 42 | 7.8 | 1,330 | 11,605 | 60.0% | 45.5% | |
| 56.10% | 41 | 7.5 | 1,031 | 11,477 | 61.3% | 40.0% | |
| 43.90% | 41 | 7.2 | 934 | 12,678 | 69.2% | 32.1% | |
| 60.98% | 41 | 7.2 | 1,054 | 12,557 | 63.2% | 59.1% | |
| 65.85% | 41 | 7.2 | 1,354 | 12,020 | 73.9% | 55.6% | |
| 57.50% | 40 | 7.7 | 1,054 | 12,990 | 58.8% | 56.5% | |
| 40.00% | 40 | 6.7 | 1,004 | 12,255 | 35.7% | 42.3% | |
| 58.97% | 39 | 7.3 | 1,311 | 12,877 | 60.0% | 57.9% | |
| 44.44% | 36 | 7.1 | 950 | 12,793 | 52.6% | 35.3% | |
| 38.89% | 36 | 6.8 | 883 | 11,682 | 28.6% | 45.5% | |
| 51.43% | 35 | 6.9 | 1,001 | 13,177 | 53.3% | 50.0% | |
| 44.12% | 34 | 6.6 | 799 | 11,036 | 42.1% | 46.7% | |
| 70.59% | 34 | 7.5 | 1,057 | 12,968 | 75.0% | 66.7% | |
| 61.76% | 34 | 7.5 | 1,001 | 12,888 | 84.6% | 47.6% | |
| 53.13% | 32 | 7.0 | 1,070 | 12,494 | 58.3% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 30 | 7.3 | 1,244 | 14,289 | 77.8% | 38.1% | |
| 58.62% | 29 | 7.0 | 1,032 | 13,696 | 66.7% | 55.0% | |
| 59.26% | 27 | 7.3 | 975 | 13,407 | 66.7% | 55.6% | |
| 50.00% | 26 | 6.6 | 832 | 12,620 | 44.4% | 52.9% | |
| 40.00% | 25 | 7.1 | 1,133 | 11,859 | 69.2% | 8.3% | |
| 56.52% | 23 | 6.3 | 1,047 | 11,759 | 46.1% | 70.0% | |
| 65.22% | 23 | 7.3 | 1,006 | 12,938 | 63.6% | 66.7% | |
| 63.64% | 22 | 7.2 | 1,040 | 11,455 | 60.0% | 66.7% | |
| 42.86% | 21 | 6.9 | 1,051 | 12,028 | 38.5% | 50.0% | |
| 52.63% | 19 | 7.2 | 1,135 | 11,731 | 72.7% | 25.0% | |
| 42.11% | 19 | 6.2 | 742 | 11,901 | 57.1% | 33.3% | |
| 55.56% | 18 | 7.1 | 1,233 | 11,693 | 70.0% | 37.5% | |
| 52.94% | 17 | 6.6 | 1,137 | 13,239 | 71.4% | 40.0% | |
| 40.00% | 15 | 7.0 | 824 | 11,622 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 15 | 7.2 | 958 | 12,490 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 21.43% | 14 | 6.8 | 951 | 12,784 | 25.0% | 20.0% | |
| 58.33% | 12 | 7.1 | 983 | 10,906 | 62.5% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 6.4 | 729 | 10,666 | 60.0% | 42.9% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 8.0 | 899 | 10,727 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 70.00% | 10 | 7.0 | 915 | 11,965 | 71.4% | 66.7% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 6.7 | 717 | 10,646 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 0.00% | 9 | 7.1 | 784 | 11,240 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 7.1 | 923 | 12,700 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 12.50% | 8 | 5.2 | 1,078 | 12,128 | 0.0% | 16.7% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 6.9 | 868 | 10,852 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 7.4 | 929 | 12,157 | 80.0% | 50.0% | |
| 85.71% | 7 | 7.4 | 1,294 | 11,884 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 6.1 | 1,036 | 12,763 | 50.0% | 60.0% | |
| 85.71% | 7 | 7.0 | 1,077 | 12,137 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 7.5 | 1,283 | 12,888 | 50.0% | 60.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 6.9 | 1,581 | 14,410 | 50.0% | 75.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.5 | 988 | 15,195 | 100.0% | 20.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 7.6 | 688 | 9,483 | 20.0% | 100.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.7 | 770 | 11,923 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 7.8 | 921 | 11,207 | 40.0% | 100.0% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 6.1 | 646 | 10,992 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 6.8 | 1,102 | 14,982 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 5.5 | 598 | 10,054 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.0 | 1,057 | 10,326 | 75.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 7.4 | 1,065 | 13,414 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.1 | 615 | 11,609 | 100.0% | 25.0% | |
| 0.00% | 5 | 6.2 | 585 | 12,167 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
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Illaoi vs Xin Zhao - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Illaoi do against Xin Zhao in League of Legends?
Xin Zhao wins the Illaoi vs Xin Zhao matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Illaoi's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.
How does Illaoi do against Xin Zhao in the early game?
In the early game, Illaoi has the advantage against Xin Zhao with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Illaoi players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Illaoi do against Xin Zhao in the late game?
In the late game, Xin Zhao takes over the Illaoi vs Xin Zhao matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Xin Zhao scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Illaoi vs Xin Zhao matchup?
Xin Zhao wins the matchup against Illaoi with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Xin Zhao is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.
What is the best Illaoi build against Xin Zhao?
The best Illaoi build against Xin Zhao includes Sundered Sky, Bloodthirster, Black Cleaver with Plated Steelcaps. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Illaoi runes against Xin Zhao?
The best Illaoi runes against Xin Zhao use the Precision primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Illaoi vs Xin Zhao matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Illaoi counter Xin Zhao?
No, Illaoi struggles against Xin Zhao with only a 40.0% win rate. Xin Zhao has the advantage in this matchup. Illaoi players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Xin Zhao's lead.
How do I play Illaoi against Xin Zhao?
When playing Illaoi against Xin Zhao, play cautiously and avoid Xin Zhao's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Xin Zhao has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.