Jinx - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.5%
Pick Rate
7.7%

Jinxvs Samira

BMarksman
Patch26.5
Matches469,660
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 14, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Jinx vs Samira is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.5. Jinx wins with a 54.1% win rate (+8.2%) over Samira based on 231 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 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.

Compare against an opponent
Samira - 54.1% win rateSamira(54.1%)
Jinx - 54.1% win rate in this matchup
Jinx
54.1% WR
VS
Samira vs Jinx matchup - 45.9% win rate
Samira
45.9% WR

Who Wins the Jinx vs Samira Matchup?

Jinx wins the Jinx vs Samira matchup
Winner
Jinx
Matches: 231
54.1%
Win Rate
45.9%
6.7
CS / min
6.5
907
DMG / min
912
13,794
Gold / game
14,433
172
Heal / min
289
373
DMG Mitigated / min
624
0.7
CC / min
0.1
54.7%
Early Game WR
45.3%
53.5%
Late Game WR
46.5%

Jinx vs Samira Matchup Summary

The Jinx vs Samira matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 231 recent matches analyzed, Jinx wins with a 54.1% win rate compared to Samira's 45.9%, giving Jinx a 8.2 percentage point advantage. Jinx dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Samira 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 0.6s 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

Samira wins the laning phase against Jinx in League of Legends

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

Farming
6.7Jinx
6.5Samira
Jinx and Samira farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.2 CS/min difference. Neither champion holds a meaningful farming advantage, so lane dominance will come from trading and jungle interaction rather than CS leads.
Damage
907Jinx
912Samira
Damage output is virtually even between Jinx and Samira, with only 5 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
13,794Jinx
14,433Samira
Samira earns 639 more gold per game than Jinx, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Samira slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.7Jinx
0.1Samira
Jinx provides 0.6 seconds more crowd control per minute than Samira, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Jinx coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
545Jinx
913Samira
Samira vastly out-sustains Jinx, healing and mitigating 367 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Samira can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Jinx is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Jinx, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Jinx
54.7%
+9.4% advantage
Jinx early game win rateJinx54.7%
Samira early game win rateSamira45.3%
Late Game
Jinx
53.5%
+7.0% advantage
Jinx late game win rateJinx53.5%
Samira late game win rateSamira46.5%

Jinx dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 54.7% win rate — a 9.4 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.

Jinx is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 53.5% win rate — 7.0 points above Samira. 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. Samira players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Jinx Runes Against Samira

Precision rune tree - Jinx primary runes vs SamiraPrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Jinx rune vs SamiraPresence of Mind - best Jinx rune vs SamiraLegend: Bloodline - best Jinx rune vs SamiraCoup de Grace - best Jinx rune vs Samira
Sorcery rune tree - Jinx secondary runes vs SamiraSorcery
Absolute Focus - best Jinx rune vs SamiraGathering Storm - best Jinx rune vs Samira
65.1% WR

Running Precision primary with Sorcery 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 26.5. 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 Samira - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Jinx do against Samira in League of Legends?

Jinx wins the Jinx vs Samira matchup with a 54.1% win rate compared to Samira's 45.9%, a 8.2 percentage point difference. This data is based on 231 recent ranked games in patch 26.5.

How does Jinx do against Samira in the early game?

In the early game, Jinx has the advantage against Samira with a 54.7% win rate versus 45.3%. 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, Jinx takes over the Jinx vs Samira matchup with a 53.5% win rate compared to 46.5%. Jinx 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 54.1% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.5. The 8.2 percentage point advantage means Jinx is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 231 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 Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 65.1% 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 54.1% win rate. Jinx strongly counters Samira in lane based on current patch 26.5 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.