Nocturnevs Cho'Gath
Nocturne vs Cho'Gath is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Cho'Gath wins with a 57.1% win rate (+14.3%) over Nocturne based on 14 games. Cho'Gath wins the early laning phase while Nocturne scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Nocturne build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Nocturne vs Cho'Gath matchup.
Nocturne Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Nocturne 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.
Who Wins the Nocturne vs Cho'Gath Matchup?
Nocturne vs Cho'Gath Matchup Summary
The Nocturne vs Cho'Gath matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 14 recent matches analyzed, Cho'Gath wins with a 57.1% win rate compared to Nocturne's 42.9%, giving Cho'Gath a 14.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Cho'Gath controls the early laning stage, but Nocturne outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Cho'Gath needs to press advantages before Nocturne reaches their power spikes, while Nocturne should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Nocturne leads by 4.0s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Cho'Gath has a strong advantage in this matchup. Nocturne players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Cho'Gath 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.
Nocturne vs Cho'Gath Laning Phase Breakdown
Nocturne is favored during the laning phase against Cho'Gath, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Nocturne holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Nocturne Build Against Cho'Gath
Plated Steelcaps is the optimal boots choice against Cho'Gath, providing the mobility and stats Nocturne needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Nocturne against Cho'Gath are Profane Hydra, Axiom Arc and The Collector. This combination gives Nocturne an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build achieves a solid 50.0% win rate across 2 games, proving it to be a reliable item path when facing Cho'Gath. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Nocturne vs Cho'Gath matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Nocturne20.0%
Cho'Gath80.0%Nocturne55.6%Cho'Gath44.4%Cho'Gath dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 80.0% win rate — a 60.0 percentage point lead over Nocturne. This lopsided early game means Cho'Gath can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Nocturne is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 55.6% win rate — 11.1 points above Cho'Gath. Extended games heavily favor Nocturne, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Cho'Gath must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Nocturne reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Nocturne survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.
Best Nocturne Runes Against Cho'Gath
Domination
Precision
The Domination and Precision rune setup gives Nocturne the best tools to compete against Cho'Gath in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Nocturne matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Nocturne'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 Nocturne 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53.04% | 230 | 1.1 | 707 | 12,422 | 54.3% | 52.2% | |
| 46.83% | 205 | 1.2 | 692 | 12,489 | 51.3% | 44.2% | |
| 52.88% | 191 | 1.1 | 677 | 11,721 | 51.1% | 54.4% | |
| 51.93% | 181 | 1.1 | 676 | 11,950 | 55.7% | 49.0% | |
| 48.81% | 168 | 1.1 | 718 | 12,203 | 42.6% | 53.0% | |
| 48.18% | 137 | 1.3 | 676 | 13,064 | 46.9% | 48.9% | |
| 48.18% | 137 | 1.1 | 689 | 12,916 | 52.0% | 46.0% | |
| 45.45% | 132 | 1.2 | 709 | 12,105 | 46.1% | 45.0% | |
| 50.00% | 132 | 1.1 | 725 | 12,721 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 112 | 1.2 | 713 | 12,293 | 59.2% | 55.6% | |
| 52.83% | 106 | 1.1 | 731 | 13,406 | 54.3% | 52.1% | |
| 59.05% | 105 | 1.1 | 770 | 12,100 | 53.1% | 64.3% | |
| 38.83% | 103 | 1.1 | 691 | 12,536 | 47.6% | 32.8% | |
| 50.98% | 102 | 1.1 | 764 | 12,526 | 52.8% | 50.0% | |
| 48.39% | 93 | 1.0 | 624 | 11,892 | 58.1% | 43.5% | |
| 54.95% | 91 | 1.2 | 725 | 12,502 | 53.9% | 55.8% | |
| 50.59% | 85 | 1.1 | 674 | 12,197 | 32.4% | 62.8% | |
| 50.00% | 84 | 1.2 | 694 | 11,600 | 51.2% | 48.8% | |
| 55.95% | 84 | 1.2 | 719 | 12,256 | 57.1% | 55.1% | |
| 58.54% | 82 | 1.0 | 691 | 11,421 | 59.5% | 57.5% | |
| 57.14% | 77 | 0.9 | 690 | 12,153 | 61.3% | 54.4% | |
| 48.68% | 76 | 1.2 | 714 | 12,422 | 50.0% | 47.7% | |
| 42.03% | 69 | 1.1 | 656 | 11,673 | 30.6% | 54.5% | |
| 58.73% | 63 | 1.1 | 752 | 13,440 | 60.0% | 58.1% | |
| 66.07% | 56 | 1.1 | 729 | 12,040 | 73.1% | 60.0% | |
| 47.27% | 55 | 1.2 | 747 | 13,086 | 66.7% | 37.8% | |
| 49.02% | 51 | 1.2 | 695 | 12,454 | 52.6% | 46.9% | |
| 48.00% | 50 | 1.1 | 725 | 11,563 | 47.6% | 48.3% | |
| 54.00% | 50 | 1.2 | 681 | 12,473 | 56.3% | 52.9% | |
| 44.90% | 49 | 1.1 | 693 | 12,845 | 41.2% | 46.9% | |
| 59.18% | 49 | 1.1 | 741 | 13,234 | 55.6% | 61.3% | |
| 51.06% | 47 | 1.1 | 631 | 12,259 | 50.0% | 52.0% | |
| 48.84% | 43 | 1.3 | 827 | 13,854 | 58.3% | 45.2% | |
| 40.48% | 42 | 1.2 | 685 | 12,224 | 44.4% | 37.5% | |
| 48.72% | 39 | 1.3 | 734 | 12,513 | 30.8% | 57.7% | |
| 59.46% | 37 | 1.1 | 663 | 12,279 | 66.7% | 54.5% | |
| 45.71% | 35 | 1.0 | 659 | 11,349 | 43.8% | 47.4% | |
| 39.39% | 33 | 1.6 | 667 | 10,902 | 50.0% | 29.4% | |
| 62.50% | 32 | 1.1 | 696 | 12,696 | 75.0% | 55.0% | |
| 50.00% | 30 | 1.2 | 623 | 10,952 | 57.1% | 43.8% | |
| 55.56% | 27 | 1.4 | 806 | 13,119 | 81.8% | 37.5% | |
| 48.00% | 25 | 1.1 | 686 | 13,682 | 66.7% | 37.5% | |
| 52.00% | 25 | 0.9 | 634 | 11,587 | 25.0% | 64.7% | |
| 37.50% | 24 | 1.5 | 641 | 11,954 | 50.0% | 31.3% | |
| 56.52% | 23 | 1.2 | 638 | 13,305 | 50.0% | 60.0% | |
| 40.91% | 22 | 1.1 | 604 | 11,668 | 46.1% | 33.3% | |
| 45.45% | 22 | 1.4 | 668 | 10,817 | 63.6% | 27.3% | |
| 57.14% | 21 | 1.3 | 765 | 14,411 | 37.5% | 69.2% | |
| 73.68% | 19 | 1.0 | 584 | 10,937 | 55.6% | 90.0% | |
| 44.44% | 18 | 1.1 | 760 | 13,134 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 37.50% | 16 | 1.5 | 609 | 11,693 | 42.9% | 33.3% | |
| 66.67% | 15 | 1.2 | 654 | 12,470 | 71.4% | 62.5% | |
| 60.00% | 15 | 0.8 | 690 | 13,025 | 80.0% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 14 | 1.2 | 710 | 12,280 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 35.71% | 14 | 1.1 | 623 | 12,277 | 42.9% | 28.6% | |
| 42.86% | 14 | 1.3 | 759 | 12,055 | 20.0% | 55.6% | |
| 61.54% | 13 | 1.2 | 591 | 12,562 | 75.0% | 55.6% | |
| 61.54% | 13 | 1.0 | 753 | 11,546 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 46.15% | 13 | 1.1 | 725 | 11,110 | 28.6% | 66.7% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 1.2 | 734 | 10,812 | 83.3% | 20.0% | |
| 63.64% | 11 | 0.9 | 620 | 11,149 | 62.5% | 66.7% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 3.3 | 588 | 10,043 | 60.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 1.1 | 491 | 9,104 | 57.1% | 0.0% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 0.8 | 834 | 11,849 | 60.0% | 60.0% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 1.8 | 721 | 9,721 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 1.3 | 816 | 15,085 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 1.5 | 740 | 8,430 | 50.0% | 75.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 1.1 | 530 | 10,823 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 1.7 | 874 | 17,500 | 0.0% | 57.1% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 1.3 | 773 | 14,970 | 100.0% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 0.7 | 651 | 11,344 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 1.6 | 802 | 10,058 | 75.0% | 50.0% | |
| 0.00% | 6 | 1.2 | 700 | 12,148 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 1.3 | 539 | 12,891 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 1.2 | 669 | 10,995 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 1.8 | 909 | 14,450 | 100.0% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 2.7 | 864 | 12,197 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 5.2 | 681 | 9,014 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
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Nocturne vs Cho'Gath - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Nocturne do against Cho'Gath in League of Legends?
Cho'Gath wins the Nocturne vs Cho'Gath matchup with a 57.1% win rate compared to Nocturne's 42.9%, a 14.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 14 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.
How does Nocturne do against Cho'Gath in the early game?
In the early game, Cho'Gath has the advantage against Nocturne with a 80.0% win rate versus 20.0%. Cho'Gath players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Nocturne do against Cho'Gath in the late game?
In the late game, Nocturne takes over the Nocturne vs Cho'Gath matchup with a 55.6% win rate compared to 44.4%. Nocturne scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Nocturne vs Cho'Gath matchup?
Cho'Gath wins the matchup against Nocturne with a 57.1% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 14.3 percentage point advantage means Cho'Gath is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 14 games analyzed.
What is the best Nocturne build against Cho'Gath?
The best Nocturne build against Cho'Gath includes Profane Hydra, Axiom Arc, The Collector with Plated Steelcaps. This build achieves a 50.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Nocturne runes against Cho'Gath?
The best Nocturne runes against Cho'Gath use the Domination primary tree with Precision secondary. This rune setup achieves a 50.0% win rate in the Nocturne vs Cho'Gath matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Nocturne counter Cho'Gath?
No, Nocturne struggles against Cho'Gath with only a 42.9% win rate. Cho'Gath has the advantage in this matchup. Nocturne players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Cho'Gath's lead.
How do I play Nocturne against Cho'Gath?
When playing Nocturne against Cho'Gath, play cautiously and avoid Cho'Gath's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Cho'Gath in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.