Jinx - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.6%
Pick Rate
7.7%

Jinxvs Aphelios

BMarksman
Patch26.5
Matches469,660
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 16, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Jinx vs Aphelios is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.5. Jinx wins with a 54.8% win rate (+9.6%) over Aphelios based on 219 games. Jinx holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Jinx build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Jinx vs Aphelios matchup.

Jinx Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Jinx 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
Aphelios - 54.8% win rateAphelios(54.8%)
Jinx - 54.8% win rate in this matchup
Jinx
54.8% WR
VS
Aphelios vs Jinx matchup - 45.2% win rate
Aphelios
45.2% WR

Who Wins the Jinx vs Aphelios Matchup?

Jinx wins the Jinx vs Aphelios matchup
Winner
Jinx
Matches: 219
54.8%
Win Rate
45.2%
7.2
CS / min
6.9
897
DMG / min
915
13,822
Gold / game
13,600
187
Heal / min
219
360
DMG Mitigated / min
461
0.7
CC / min
0.5
51.8%
Early Game WR
48.2%
57.9%
Late Game WR
42.1%

Jinx vs Aphelios Matchup Summary

The Jinx vs Aphelios matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 219 recent matches analyzed, Jinx wins with a 54.8% win rate compared to Aphelios's 45.2%, giving Jinx a 9.6 percentage point advantage. Jinx dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Aphelios 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 Jinx leads by 0.2s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Jinx players can confidently pick into Aphelios and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Aphelios away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Jinx vs Aphelios Laning Phase Breakdown

Jinx wins the laning phase against Aphelios in League of Legends

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

Farming
7.2Jinx
6.9Aphelios
Jinx edges out Aphelios 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 Jinx.
Damage
897Jinx
915Aphelios
Damage output is virtually even between Jinx and Aphelios, with only 18 DMG/min separating them. Fights in this matchup are decided more by ability timing and positioning than raw damage numbers, making mechanical skill the deciding factor in trades.
Economy
13,822Jinx
13,600Aphelios
Jinx and Aphelios generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 222 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
0.7Jinx
0.5Aphelios
Both Jinx and Aphelios 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
547Jinx
680Aphelios
Aphelios heals and mitigates 134 more damage per minute than Jinx, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Aphelios to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Jinx.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Jinx
51.8%
+3.6% advantage
Jinx early game win rateJinx51.8%
Aphelios early game win rateAphelios48.2%
Late Game
Jinx
57.9%
+15.9% advantage
Jinx late game win rateJinx57.9%
Aphelios late game win rateAphelios42.1%

During the early laning phase (first 15 minutes), Jinx has a meaningful 51.8% win rate, outperforming Aphelios by 3.6 percentage points. Jinx players should look to press this advantage through aggressive trades, wave priority, and early jungle coordination.

Jinx is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 57.9% win rate — 15.9 points above Aphelios. Extended games heavily favor Jinx, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Best Jinx Runes Against Aphelios

Precision rune tree - Jinx primary runes vs ApheliosPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Jinx rune vs ApheliosPresence of Mind - best Jinx rune vs ApheliosLegend: Bloodline - best Jinx rune vs ApheliosCut Down - best Jinx rune vs Aphelios
Inspiration rune tree - Jinx secondary runes vs ApheliosInspiration
Cash Back - best Jinx rune vs ApheliosTriple Tonic - best Jinx rune vs Aphelios
57.3% WR

Running Precision primary with Inspiration secondary allows Jinx to press their advantage against Aphelios, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Jinx matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.5. The table below shows Jinx'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 Jinx build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Jinx matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.5
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
54.06%8496.883613,82256.4%52.0%
44.78%5946.478613,22545.5%44.2%
47.56%5536.881013,58350.6%45.1%
50.68%5176.881813,52548.5%52.9%
52.08%3847.186913,82850.3%53.7%
51.23%3657.187313,96052.9%49.7%
51.71%3507.087113,34049.5%54.5%
49.68%3126.990913,98645.6%53.4%
50.16%3076.779813,61556.5%44.4%
55.42%2497.090013,91851.9%59.5%
54.11%2316.790713,79454.7%53.5%
54.79%2197.289713,82251.8%57.9%
47.83%2077.085113,38546.0%49.5%
47.96%1966.884113,72544.4%50.9%
53.59%1817.386314,04854.2%53.1%
53.61%1667.191013,79957.9%50.0%
50.00%1506.885413,27246.3%54.4%
49.09%1106.787614,19639.6%56.5%
57.28%1036.682314,26465.8%52.3%
53.06%987.083813,53552.0%54.2%
43.62%947.092914,51534.1%50.9%
46.84%797.086013,54950.0%43.6%
43.42%766.781813,00945.2%41.2%
39.19%747.085213,59944.7%33.3%
47.95%736.892815,18822.2%63.0%
55.71%706.794413,78248.6%62.9%
46.27%676.973713,19548.5%44.1%
27.69%656.869012,83525.0%30.3%
41.67%606.779512,32538.7%44.8%
58.82%347.281914,74553.9%61.9%
51.52%336.773814,50538.5%60.0%
48.28%297.092816,46950.0%47.8%
58.33%247.091813,14669.2%45.5%
66.67%216.476713,70660.0%68.8%
66.67%187.31,11115,36157.1%72.7%
55.56%186.896015,13950.0%57.1%
57.14%146.81,18514,58766.7%50.0%
42.86%147.01,04212,63722.2%80.0%
41.67%127.381814,84720.0%57.1%
54.55%116.261611,52225.0%71.4%
40.00%107.191812,6920.0%66.7%
0.00%97.046711,6150.0%0.0%
37.50%85.160312,24933.3%40.0%
62.50%86.51,10613,75460.0%66.7%
71.43%77.397016,843100.0%60.0%
71.43%76.490415,580100.0%60.0%
66.67%66.964711,52075.0%50.0%
80.00%56.31,11716,436100.0%75.0%
40.00%56.21,02713,80566.7%0.0%
80.00%57.170110,96166.7%100.0%
80.00%56.898618,722100.0%75.0%
20.00%57.16519,98033.3%0.0%
60.00%56.374014,702100.0%50.0%

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Jinx vs Aphelios - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Jinx do against Aphelios in League of Legends?

Jinx wins the Jinx vs Aphelios matchup with a 54.8% win rate compared to Aphelios's 45.2%, a 9.6 percentage point difference. This data is based on 219 recent ranked games in patch 26.5.

How does Jinx do against Aphelios in the early game?

In the early game, Jinx has the advantage against Aphelios with a 51.8% win rate versus 48.2%. Jinx players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Jinx do against Aphelios in the late game?

In the late game, Jinx takes over the Jinx vs Aphelios matchup with a 57.9% win rate compared to 42.1%. Jinx scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Jinx vs Aphelios matchup?

Jinx wins the matchup against Aphelios with a 54.8% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. The 9.6 percentage point advantage means Jinx is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 219 games analyzed.

What is the best Jinx build against Aphelios?

The best Jinx build against Aphelios includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Jinx runes against Aphelios?

The best Jinx runes against Aphelios use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 57.3% win rate in the Jinx vs Aphelios matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Jinx counter Aphelios?

Yes, Jinx has a favorable matchup against Aphelios with a 54.8% win rate. Jinx strongly counters Aphelios in lane based on current patch 26.5 data.

How do I play Jinx against Aphelios?

When playing Jinx against Aphelios, 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.