Jinxvs Samira
Jinx vs Samira is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.2. Jinx wins with a 55.2% win rate (+10.5%) over Samira based on 172 games. Jinx wins the early laning phase while Samira scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Jinx build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Jinx vs Samira 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.
Samira(55.2%)Who Wins the Jinx vs Samira Matchup?
Jinx vs Samira Matchup Summary
The Jinx vs Samira matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 172 recent matches analyzed, Jinx wins with a 55.2% win rate compared to Samira's 44.8%, giving Jinx a 10.5 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Jinx controls the early laning stage, but Samira outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Jinx needs to press advantages before Samira reaches their power spikes, while Samira should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Jinx leads by 0.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Jinx players can confidently pick into Samira and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Samira 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 Samira Laning Phase Breakdown
Jinx is favored during the laning phase against Samira, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Jinx holds advantages in farming, damage and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Jinx60.4%Samira39.6%Jinx48.7%Samira51.3%Jinx dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 60.4% win rate — a 20.8 percentage point lead over Samira. This lopsided early game means Jinx can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
In the late game (25+ minutes), Samira takes over with a 51.3% win rate, leading Jinx by 2.6 percentage points. Samira scales more effectively into team fights and objective contests.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Jinx has the edge early, but Samira 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 Jinx Runes Against Samira
Precision
Inspiration
Running Precision primary with Inspiration secondary allows Jinx to press their advantage against Samira, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.
Jinx matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.2. 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.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51.63% | 645 | 6.7 | 829 | 13,561 | 52.5% | 50.6% | |
| 50.90% | 444 | 6.4 | 834 | 13,800 | 52.4% | 49.6% | |
| 54.66% | 322 | 6.6 | 820 | 13,508 | 51.0% | 58.2% | |
| 53.14% | 271 | 6.8 | 910 | 14,192 | 48.8% | 56.8% | |
| 48.00% | 250 | 6.5 | 860 | 14,164 | 49.1% | 47.1% | |
| 49.79% | 233 | 6.8 | 847 | 13,541 | 49.6% | 50.0% | |
| 51.00% | 200 | 6.8 | 927 | 13,922 | 54.7% | 46.8% | |
| 47.22% | 180 | 6.6 | 809 | 13,418 | 53.9% | 40.5% | |
| 53.71% | 175 | 6.8 | 846 | 14,135 | 55.4% | 52.2% | |
| 55.23% | 172 | 6.5 | 933 | 13,758 | 60.4% | 48.7% | |
| 49.70% | 167 | 6.9 | 826 | 13,521 | 45.7% | 53.5% | |
| 47.20% | 161 | 6.3 | 791 | 13,621 | 43.1% | 50.6% | |
| 50.64% | 156 | 6.8 | 876 | 13,437 | 42.2% | 60.3% | |
| 58.90% | 146 | 6.8 | 918 | 13,602 | 51.8% | 68.3% | |
| 56.34% | 142 | 6.8 | 859 | 13,959 | 58.6% | 54.2% | |
| 56.00% | 125 | 6.6 | 850 | 14,125 | 55.9% | 56.1% | |
| 46.84% | 79 | 6.8 | 845 | 13,383 | 37.2% | 58.3% | |
| 57.14% | 77 | 6.6 | 777 | 13,517 | 62.5% | 51.4% | |
| 56.58% | 76 | 7.1 | 921 | 14,257 | 64.3% | 47.1% | |
| 47.76% | 67 | 6.7 | 860 | 13,707 | 56.3% | 40.0% | |
| 45.90% | 61 | 6.5 | 705 | 12,634 | 38.7% | 53.3% | |
| 52.63% | 57 | 6.6 | 954 | 14,513 | 56.5% | 50.0% | |
| 49.12% | 57 | 7.0 | 857 | 14,075 | 43.3% | 55.6% | |
| 52.08% | 48 | 6.1 | 903 | 12,416 | 58.3% | 45.8% | |
| 47.50% | 40 | 6.9 | 835 | 13,400 | 47.6% | 47.4% | |
| 59.46% | 37 | 6.5 | 865 | 13,806 | 50.0% | 65.2% | |
| 50.00% | 34 | 6.5 | 851 | 13,290 | 55.0% | 42.9% | |
| 45.45% | 22 | 6.8 | 657 | 11,021 | 37.5% | 66.7% | |
| 55.00% | 20 | 6.1 | 770 | 12,692 | 42.9% | 61.5% | |
| 31.58% | 19 | 6.4 | 749 | 12,083 | 30.8% | 33.3% | |
| 23.08% | 13 | 6.5 | 746 | 15,166 | 0.0% | 30.0% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 5.9 | 724 | 12,507 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 63.64% | 11 | 6.5 | 956 | 15,941 | 100.0% | 55.6% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 6.6 | 922 | 13,653 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 6.0 | 627 | 13,182 | 33.3% | 20.0% | |
| 75.00% | 8 | 6.1 | 723 | 10,858 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 7.0 | 669 | 10,602 | 20.0% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 6.5 | 1,004 | 15,120 | 0.0% | 75.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.2 | 1,132 | 16,787 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 5.3 | 739 | 9,192 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 100.00% | 5 | 7.2 | 1,007 | 13,556 | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.6 | 941 | 17,673 | 50.0% | 66.7% |
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Jinx vs Samira - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Jinx do against Samira in League of Legends?
Jinx wins the Jinx vs Samira matchup with a 55.2% win rate compared to Samira's 44.8%, a 10.5 percentage point difference. This data is based on 172 recent ranked games in patch 26.2.
How does Jinx do against Samira in the early game?
In the early game, Jinx has the advantage against Samira with a 60.4% win rate versus 39.6%. 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 Samira in the late game?
In the late game, Samira takes over the Jinx vs Samira matchup with a 51.3% win rate compared to 48.7%. Samira scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Jinx vs Samira matchup?
Jinx wins the matchup against Samira with a 55.2% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.2. The 10.5 percentage point advantage means Jinx is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 172 games analyzed.
What is the best Jinx build against Samira?
The best Jinx build against Samira includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Jinx runes against Samira?
The best Jinx runes against Samira use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 61.7% win rate in the Jinx vs Samira matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Jinx counter Samira?
Yes, Jinx has a favorable matchup against Samira with a 55.2% win rate. Jinx strongly counters Samira in lane based on current patch 26.2 data.
How do I play Jinx against Samira?
When playing Jinx against Samira, 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.