Olaf - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
51.5%
Pick Rate
1.5%

Olafvs Xin Zhao

SFighterTank
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Olaf vs Xin Zhao is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Xin Zhao wins with a 62.5% win rate (+25.0%) over Olaf based on 8 games. Olaf wins the early laning phase while Xin Zhao scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Olaf build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Olaf vs Xin Zhao 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.

Compare against an opponent
Xin Zhao - 37.5% win rateXin Zhao(37.5%)
Olaf - 37.5% win rate in this matchup
Olaf
37.5% WR
VS
Xin Zhao vs Olaf matchup - 62.5% win rate
Xin Zhao
62.5% WR

Who Wins the Olaf vs Xin Zhao Matchup?

Xin Zhao wins the Olaf vs Xin Zhao matchup
Winner
Xin Zhao
Matches: 8
37.5%
Win Rate
62.5%
2.1
CS / min
1.9
653
DMG / min
712
12,655
Gold / game
13,185
604
Heal / min
690
1,466
DMG Mitigated / min
1,331
0.4
CC / min
0.8
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
33.3%
Late Game WR
66.7%

Olaf vs Xin Zhao Matchup Summary

The Olaf vs Xin Zhao matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 8 recent matches analyzed, Xin Zhao wins with a 62.5% win rate compared to Olaf's 37.5%, giving Xin Zhao a 25.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Olaf controls the early laning stage, but Xin Zhao outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Olaf needs to press advantages before Xin Zhao reaches their power spikes, while Xin Zhao should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Xin Zhao leads by 0.4s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Xin Zhao 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 Xin Zhao 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 Xin Zhao Laning Phase Breakdown

Xin Zhao wins the laning phase against Olaf in League of Legends

Xin Zhao is favored during the laning phase against Olaf, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Xin Zhao holds advantages in damage, gold income and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
2.1Olaf
1.9Xin Zhao
Olaf and Xin Zhao 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
653Olaf
712Xin Zhao
Xin Zhao deals 60 more champion damage per minute than Olaf. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Olaf choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Xin Zhao's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
12,655Olaf
13,185Xin Zhao
Xin Zhao earns 531 more gold per game than Olaf, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Xin Zhao slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.4Olaf
0.8Xin Zhao
Xin Zhao provides 0.4 seconds more crowd control per minute than Olaf, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Xin Zhao coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
2,070Olaf
2,021Xin Zhao
Olaf and Xin Zhao have comparable sustain profiles, with only 49 HP/min separating their healing and damage mitigation. Neither champion can out-attrition the other in lane, so trades will be decided by burst potential and ability usage rather than sustain.

Best Olaf Build Against Xin Zhao

Plated Steelcaps is the optimal boots choice against Xin Zhao, providing the mobility and stats Olaf needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Olaf against Xin Zhao are Stridebreaker, Death's Dance and Experimental Hexplate. This combination gives Olaf an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 66.7% win rate across 3 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Xin Zhao. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Olaf vs Xin Zhao matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Olaf
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Olaf early game win rateOlaf50.0%
Xin Zhao early game win rateXin Zhao50.0%
Late Game
Xin Zhao
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Olaf late game win rateOlaf33.3%
Xin Zhao late game win rateXin Zhao66.7%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Olaf and Xin Zhao, with Olaf 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.

Xin Zhao is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Olaf. Extended games heavily favor Xin Zhao, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Olaf has the edge early, but Xin Zhao 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 Olaf Runes Against Xin Zhao

Precision rune tree - Olaf primary runes vs Xin ZhaoPrecision
Conqueror - best Olaf rune vs Xin ZhaoTriumph - best Olaf rune vs Xin ZhaoLegend: Alacrity - best Olaf rune vs Xin ZhaoLast Stand - best Olaf rune vs Xin Zhao
Inspiration rune tree - Olaf secondary runes vs Xin ZhaoInspiration
Cash Back - best Olaf rune vs Xin ZhaoApproach Velocity - best Olaf rune vs Xin Zhao
100.0% WR

The Precision and Inspiration rune setup gives Olaf the best tools to compete against Xin Zhao in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Olaf matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. 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.

Olaf matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
62.62%1076.598212,98463.8%61.7%
42.50%806.686912,16455.6%31.8%
45.83%486.184512,83331.6%55.2%
58.33%487.01,06712,86172.0%43.5%
46.67%456.684811,67240.9%52.2%
51.28%397.01,07812,78758.8%45.5%
51.28%396.281511,47563.2%40.0%
41.03%396.284410,49234.6%53.9%
40.54%376.596513,24829.4%50.0%
45.95%376.787714,07046.1%45.8%
50.00%365.51,11412,26743.8%55.0%
51.43%356.51,07012,36850.0%52.6%
51.43%357.189511,96647.6%57.1%
44.12%343.789213,81040.0%47.4%
54.55%335.490912,09245.0%69.2%
36.36%336.578210,50236.8%35.7%
53.13%325.989912,74269.2%42.1%
55.17%296.593314,04071.4%50.0%
55.17%295.681211,77156.3%53.9%
35.71%286.885113,63050.0%27.8%
34.62%266.41,10414,54520.0%38.1%
56.00%257.195810,31264.3%45.5%
56.00%256.289613,18766.7%50.0%
34.78%236.276711,31836.4%33.3%
63.64%226.591611,63869.2%55.6%
63.64%226.51,03212,45966.7%60.0%
52.38%215.174810,58742.9%71.4%
71.43%216.996113,32557.1%78.6%
50.00%202.478111,83645.5%55.6%
35.00%207.589412,33433.3%36.4%
47.37%192.080514,20228.6%58.3%
36.84%196.991511,89720.0%55.6%
50.00%186.290212,51144.4%55.6%
44.44%186.380212,08228.6%54.5%
64.71%174.993114,49866.7%62.5%
35.29%176.385310,66825.0%44.4%
37.50%166.787013,59733.3%40.0%
46.67%157.087211,75750.0%42.9%
40.00%155.797414,34371.4%12.5%
33.33%156.780511,8650.0%55.6%
53.33%152.681315,32066.7%44.4%
46.67%153.875411,64944.4%50.0%
21.43%146.078412,46116.7%25.0%
71.43%145.281011,53872.7%66.7%
50.00%141.698414,19725.0%60.0%
50.00%141.366910,73055.6%40.0%
64.29%146.21,05614,48357.1%71.4%
53.85%131.380110,71528.6%83.3%
46.15%132.057111,00344.4%50.0%
75.00%127.890113,78766.7%83.3%
66.67%125.481012,27683.3%50.0%
41.67%126.296310,64850.0%33.3%
50.00%102.671113,58660.0%40.0%
40.00%107.067710,21742.9%33.3%
40.00%102.380214,40666.7%28.6%
50.00%106.290811,02040.0%60.0%
50.00%106.475211,99660.0%40.0%
44.44%96.688510,97925.0%60.0%
66.67%96.683914,968100.0%57.1%
37.50%82.165312,65550.0%33.3%
37.50%81.379311,5250.0%60.0%
37.50%81.480313,72033.3%40.0%
50.00%87.274411,30566.7%0.0%
57.14%76.075511,40360.0%50.0%
71.43%76.777014,63150.0%80.0%
57.14%76.71,21614,84575.0%33.3%
66.67%67.31,13314,974100.0%50.0%
66.67%63.797213,879100.0%33.3%
100.00%67.797211,480100.0%100.0%
66.67%63.91,01415,86450.0%75.0%
50.00%64.973911,68166.7%33.3%
66.67%66.098212,57933.3%100.0%
20.00%52.062412,6800.0%33.3%
60.00%51.395912,93550.0%66.7%
0.00%51.058410,5520.0%0.0%
40.00%52.55769,25150.0%33.3%
60.00%51.886217,87750.0%66.7%
40.00%51.11,02415,8850.0%66.7%
100.00%51.198015,699100.0%100.0%

Get the MetaBot Desktop App

Level up your gameplay with real-time overlays, automatic game detection, and instant stats — all on your desktop.

In-game overlaysAuto game detectionMulti-game supportPersonal dashboard
Download NowFree download
🔍

Help us maintain accuracy! If you notice incorrect stats, missing data, or any issues, your feedback directly improves the quality of our data for the entire community.

Report an Issue

Olaf vs Xin Zhao - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Olaf do against Xin Zhao in League of Legends?

Xin Zhao wins the Olaf vs Xin Zhao matchup with a 62.5% win rate compared to Olaf's 37.5%, a 25.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 8 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Olaf do against Xin Zhao in the early game?

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

How does Olaf do against Xin Zhao in the late game?

In the late game, Xin Zhao takes over the Olaf vs Xin Zhao matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Xin Zhao scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Olaf vs Xin Zhao matchup?

Xin Zhao wins the matchup against Olaf with a 62.5% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 25.0 percentage point advantage means Xin Zhao is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 8 games analyzed.

What is the best Olaf build against Xin Zhao?

The best Olaf build against Xin Zhao includes Stridebreaker, Death's Dance, Experimental Hexplate with Plated Steelcaps. This build achieves a 66.7% 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 Xin Zhao?

The best Olaf runes against Xin Zhao use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Olaf vs Xin Zhao matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Olaf counter Xin Zhao?

No, Olaf struggles against Xin Zhao with only a 37.5% win rate. Xin Zhao has the advantage in this matchup. Olaf players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Xin Zhao's lead.

How do I play Olaf against Xin Zhao?

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