Jinxvs Smolder
Jinx vs Smolder is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.2. Jinx wins with a 53.1% win rate (+6.3%) over Smolder based on 271 games. Smolder wins the early laning phase while Jinx scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Jinx build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Jinx vs Smolder 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.
Smolder(53.1%)Who Wins the Jinx vs Smolder Matchup?
Jinx vs Smolder Matchup Summary
The Jinx vs Smolder matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 271 recent matches analyzed, Jinx wins with a 53.1% win rate compared to Smolder's 46.9%, giving Jinx a 6.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Smolder controls the early laning stage, but Jinx outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Smolder needs to press advantages before Jinx reaches their power spikes, while Jinx should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Jinx leads by 0.3s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Jinx players can confidently pick into Smolder and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Smolder 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 Smolder Laning Phase Breakdown
Jinx is favored during the laning phase against Smolder, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Jinx holds advantages in gold income, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Jinx48.8%Smolder51.2%Jinx56.8%Smolder43.2%During the early laning phase (first 15 minutes), Smolder has a meaningful 51.2% win rate, outperforming Jinx by 2.4 percentage points. Smolder 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 56.8% win rate — 13.5 points above Smolder. Extended games heavily favor Jinx, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Smolder has the edge early, but Jinx 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 Smolder
Precision
Sorcery
Running Precision primary with Sorcery secondary allows Jinx to press their advantage against Smolder, 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 Smolder - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Jinx do against Smolder in League of Legends?
Jinx wins the Jinx vs Smolder matchup with a 53.1% win rate compared to Smolder's 46.9%, a 6.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 271 recent ranked games in patch 26.2.
How does Jinx do against Smolder in the early game?
In the early game, Smolder has the advantage against Jinx with a 51.2% win rate versus 48.8%. Smolder players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Jinx do against Smolder in the late game?
In the late game, Jinx takes over the Jinx vs Smolder matchup with a 56.8% win rate compared to 43.2%. Jinx scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Jinx vs Smolder matchup?
Jinx wins the matchup against Smolder with a 53.1% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.2. The 6.3 percentage point advantage means Jinx is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 271 games analyzed.
What is the best Jinx build against Smolder?
The best Jinx build against Smolder includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Jinx runes against Smolder?
The best Jinx runes against Smolder use the Precision primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 53.8% win rate in the Jinx vs Smolder matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Jinx counter Smolder?
Yes, Jinx has a favorable matchup against Smolder with a 53.1% win rate. Jinx strongly counters Smolder in lane based on current patch 26.2 data.
How do I play Jinx against Smolder?
When playing Jinx against Smolder, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. Play safe early and scale into your power spikes where you outperform Smolder. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.