Locke - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
47.0%
Pick Rate
4.4%
Ban Rate
26.3%

Lockevs Kha'Zix

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Patch26.17
Games4,392
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedSep 7, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology

Locke vs Kha'Zix is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.17. Kha'Zix wins with a 71.4% win rate (+42.9%) over Locke based on 7 games. Locke wins the early laning phase while Kha'Zix scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Locke build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Locke vs Kha'Zix matchup.

Locke Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Locke 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
Locke - 28.6% win rate in this matchup
Locke
28.6% WR
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Kha'Zix vs Locke matchup - 71.4% win rate
Kha'Zix
71.4% WR

Who Wins the Locke vs Kha'Zix Matchup?

Kha'Zix wins the Locke vs Kha'Zix matchup
Winner
Kha'Zix
Matches: 7
28.6%
Win Rate
71.4%
0.8
CS / min
0.6
520
DMG / min
716
11,536
Gold / game
12,840
537
Heal / min
410
571
DMG Mitigated / min
520
0.4
CC / min
0.2
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
0.0%
Late Game WR
100.0%

Locke vs Kha'Zix Matchup Summary

The Locke vs Kha'Zix matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 7 recent matches analyzed, Kha'Zix wins with a 71.4% win rate compared to Locke's 28.6%, giving Kha'Zix a 42.9 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Locke controls the early laning stage, but Kha'Zix outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Locke needs to press advantages before Kha'Zix reaches their power spikes, while Kha'Zix should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Locke leads by 0.2s of CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Kha'Zix has a strong advantage in this matchup. Locke players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Kha'Zix 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.

Very small sampleBased on 7 matches. This is far too small a sample to draw conclusions from — treat these numbers as provisional.

Locke vs Kha'Zix Laning Phase Breakdown

Kha'Zix wins the laning phase against Locke in League of Legends

Kha'Zix is favored during the laning phase against Locke, winning 2 out of 4 key stat categories. Kha'Zix holds advantages in damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
0.8Locke
0.6Kha'Zix
Locke and Kha'Zix 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
520Locke
716Kha'Zix
Kha'Zix heavily out-damages Locke by 196 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Locke should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Kha'Zix's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
11,536Locke
12,840Kha'Zix
Kha'Zix generates a commanding 1,304 more gold per game than Locke. This substantial economic advantage means Kha'Zix consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Locke should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.4Locke
0.2Kha'Zix
Both Locke and Kha'Zix 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.
Healing
537Locke
410Kha'Zix
Locke heals 126 HP/min more than Kha'Zix. It helps Locke recover between trades, but the gap is not large enough to justify an early anti-heal item.
Durability
571Locke
520Kha'Zix
Locke and Kha'Zix mitigate a similar amount of damage (51/min apart), so neither side can rely on out-tanking the other.

Best Locke Build Against Kha'Zix

Not enough matchup-specific build data: only 1 of 3 Locke games against Kha'Zix carried a complete build, which is too few to recommend an item path from. Use Locke's standard build instead.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Locke
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Locke early game win rateLocke50.0%
Kha'Zix early game win rateKha'Zix50.0%
Late Game
Kha'Zix
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Locke late game win rateLocke0.0%
Kha'Zix late game win rateKha'Zix100.0%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Locke and Kha'Zix, with Locke 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.

Kha'Zix is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 100.0% win rate — 100.0 points above Locke. Extended games heavily favor Kha'Zix, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Locke has the edge early, but Kha'Zix 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 Locke Runes Against Kha'Zix

Domination rune tree - Locke primary runes vs Kha'ZixDomination
Electrocute - best Locke rune vs Kha'ZixSudden Impact - best Locke rune vs Kha'ZixSixth Sense - best Locke rune vs Kha'ZixUltimate Hunter - best Locke rune vs Kha'Zix
Resolve rune tree - Locke secondary runes vs Kha'ZixResolve
Bone Plating - best Locke rune vs Kha'ZixRevitalize - best Locke rune vs Kha'Zix
0.0% WR

The Domination and Resolve rune setup gives Locke the best tools to compete against Kha'Zix in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Locke matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.17. The table below shows Locke'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 Locke build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

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Locke vs Kha'Zix - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Locke do against Kha'Zix in League of Legends?

Kha'Zix wins the Locke vs Kha'Zix matchup with a 71.4% win rate compared to Locke's 28.6%, a 42.9 percentage point difference. This data is based on 7 recent ranked games in patch 26.17.

How does Locke do against Kha'Zix in the early game?

In the early game, Locke has the advantage against Kha'Zix with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Locke players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Locke do against Kha'Zix in the late game?

In the late game, Kha'Zix takes over the Locke vs Kha'Zix matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Kha'Zix scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Locke vs Kha'Zix matchup?

Kha'Zix wins the matchup against Locke with a 71.4% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.17. The 42.9 percentage point advantage means Kha'Zix is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 7 games analyzed.

What is the best Locke build against Kha'Zix?

There is not enough matchup-specific build data to recommend an item path for Locke against Kha'Zix yet. Use Locke's standard build for the current patch and adapt situational items to Kha'Zix.

What are the best Locke runes against Kha'Zix?

The best Locke runes against Kha'Zix use the Domination primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 0.0% win rate in the Locke vs Kha'Zix matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Locke counter Kha'Zix?

No, Locke struggles against Kha'Zix with only a 28.6% win rate. Kha'Zix has the advantage in this matchup. Locke players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Kha'Zix's lead.

How do I play Locke against Kha'Zix?

When playing Locke against Kha'Zix, play cautiously and avoid Kha'Zix's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Kha'Zix has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.