Olafvs Malphite
Olaf vs Malphite is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Malphite wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Olaf based on 10 games. Malphite wins the early laning phase while Olaf scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Olaf build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Olaf vs Malphite matchup.
Olaf Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Olaf 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 Olaf vs Malphite Matchup?
Olaf vs Malphite Matchup Summary
The Olaf vs Malphite matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 10 recent matches analyzed, Malphite wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Olaf's 40.0%, giving Malphite a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Malphite controls the early laning stage, but Olaf outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Malphite needs to press advantages before Olaf reaches their power spikes, while Olaf should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Malphite leads by 0.4s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Malphite has a strong advantage in this matchup. Olaf players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Malphite 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.
Olaf vs Malphite Laning Phase Breakdown
Olaf is favored during the laning phase against Malphite, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Olaf holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Olaf Build Against Malphite
Gluttonous Greaves is the optimal boots choice against Malphite, providing the mobility and stats Olaf needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Olaf against Malphite are Sundered Sky, Maw of Malmortius and Ravenous Hydra. This combination gives Olaf an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 100.0% win rate across 1 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Malphite. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Olaf vs Malphite matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
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Malphite100.0%Olaf80.0%Malphite20.0%Malphite dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Olaf. This lopsided early game means Malphite can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Olaf is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 80.0% win rate — 60.0 points above Malphite. Extended games heavily favor Olaf, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Malphite must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Olaf reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Olaf 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 Olaf Runes Against Malphite
Precision
Inspiration
The Precision and Inspiration rune setup gives Olaf the best tools to compete against Malphite in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Olaf matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Olaf'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 Olaf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35.14% | 37 | 6.5 | 827 | 11,224 | 26.7% | 40.9% | |
| 80.00% | 15 | 6.2 | 758 | 11,672 | 80.0% | 80.0% | |
| 66.67% | 12 | 6.7 | 1,007 | 14,529 | 100.0% | 42.9% | |
| 72.73% | 11 | 5.8 | 866 | 9,952 | 71.4% | 75.0% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 6.6 | 880 | 10,638 | 40.0% | 50.0% | |
| 20.00% | 10 | 6.7 | 770 | 8,643 | 14.3% | 33.3% | |
| 20.00% | 10 | 7.0 | 885 | 10,725 | 16.7% | 25.0% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 6.7 | 782 | 11,256 | 0.0% | 80.0% | |
| 77.78% | 9 | 6.6 | 1,067 | 9,810 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 6.0 | 1,120 | 11,711 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 5.9 | 925 | 13,077 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 5.8 | 854 | 12,544 | 0.0% | 57.1% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 6.5 | 884 | 12,530 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 5.9 | 840 | 13,548 | 66.7% | 25.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 5.1 | 1,079 | 9,952 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 6.5 | 770 | 10,658 | 33.3% | 25.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 6.5 | 882 | 12,129 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 4.2 | 1,156 | 14,181 | 100.0% | 60.0% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 6.4 | 925 | 10,298 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 6.2 | 828 | 10,506 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 6.9 | 892 | 15,387 | 50.0% | 75.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 3.5 | 906 | 16,780 | 66.7% | 33.3% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 6.5 | 874 | 12,803 | 100.0% | 33.3% | |
| 83.33% | 6 | 7.8 | 1,114 | 14,175 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 6.1 | 1,327 | 14,103 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 4.0 | 707 | 7,781 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 7.0 | 797 | 10,145 | 0.0% | 25.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 2.3 | 911 | 12,956 | 66.7% | 100.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.3 | 728 | 13,499 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 5.6 | 762 | 9,451 | 0.0% | 100.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 7.4 | 780 | 9,839 | 25.0% | 0.0% |
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Olaf vs Malphite - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Olaf do against Malphite in League of Legends?
Malphite wins the Olaf vs Malphite matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Olaf's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 10 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.
How does Olaf do against Malphite in the early game?
In the early game, Malphite has the advantage against Olaf with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Malphite players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Olaf do against Malphite in the late game?
In the late game, Olaf takes over the Olaf vs Malphite matchup with a 80.0% win rate compared to 20.0%. Olaf scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Olaf vs Malphite matchup?
Malphite wins the matchup against Olaf with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Malphite is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 10 games analyzed.
What is the best Olaf build against Malphite?
The best Olaf build against Malphite includes Sundered Sky, Maw of Malmortius, Ravenous Hydra with Gluttonous Greaves. This build achieves a 100.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Olaf runes against Malphite?
The best Olaf runes against Malphite use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Olaf vs Malphite matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Olaf counter Malphite?
No, Olaf struggles against Malphite with only a 40.0% win rate. Malphite has the advantage in this matchup. Olaf players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Malphite's lead.
How do I play Olaf against Malphite?
When playing Olaf against Malphite, play cautiously and avoid Malphite's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Malphite in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.