Ryze - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.0%
Pick Rate
1.3%

Ryzevs Gwen

DMage
Patch26.14
Matches134,440
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 18, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Ryze vs Gwen is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Ryze wins with a 80.0% win rate (+60.0%) over Gwen based on 5 games. Ryze holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Ryze build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Ryze vs Gwen matchup.

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Ryze Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Ryze 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.

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Ryze - 80.0% win rate in this matchup
Ryze
80.0% WR
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Gwen vs Ryze matchup - 20.0% win rate
Gwen
20.0% WR

Who Wins the Ryze vs Gwen Matchup?

Ryze wins the Ryze vs Gwen matchup
Winner
Ryze
Matches: 5
80.0%
Win Rate
20.0%
7.1
CS / min
6.4
1,034
DMG / min
1,040
14,928
Gold / game
15,662
240
Heal / min
256
739
DMG Mitigated / min
956
1.1
CC / min
0.3
100.0%
Early Game WR
0.0%
66.7%
Late Game WR
33.3%

Ryze vs Gwen Matchup Summary

The Ryze vs Gwen matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Ryze wins with a 80.0% win rate compared to Gwen's 20.0%, giving Ryze a 60.0 percentage point advantage. Ryze dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Gwen players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Ryze leads by 0.9s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Ryze players can confidently pick into Gwen and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Gwen away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Ryze vs Gwen Laning Phase Breakdown

Gwen wins the laning phase against Ryze in League of Legends

Gwen is favored during the laning phase against Ryze, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Gwen holds advantages in damage, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
7.1Ryze
6.4Gwen
Ryze edges out Gwen by 0.7 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 11 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Ryze.
Damage
1,034Ryze
1,040Gwen
Damage output is virtually even between Ryze and Gwen, with only 7 DMG/min separating them. Fights in this matchup are decided more by ability timing and positioning than raw damage numbers, making mechanical skill the deciding factor in trades.
Economy
14,928Ryze
15,662Gwen
Gwen earns 734 more gold per game than Ryze, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Gwen slightly faster item completions.
Utility
1.1Ryze
0.3Gwen
Ryze brings significantly more crowd control than Gwen, with 0.9 more seconds of CC per minute. This large utility gap makes Ryze far more valuable in setting up jungle ganks, controlling objectives, and locking down targets in team fights. Gwen should invest in tenacity and position carefully to avoid being chain-CC'd.
Sustain
980Ryze
1,211Gwen
Gwen vastly out-sustains Ryze, healing and mitigating 232 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Gwen can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Ryze is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Ryze, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Ryze Build Against Gwen

Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Gwen, providing the mobility and stats Ryze needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Ryze against Gwen are Rod of Ages, Imperial Mandate and Rabadon's Deathcap. This combination gives Ryze an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Ryze vs Gwen matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Ryze
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Ryze early game win rateRyze100.0%
Gwen early game win rateGwen0.0%
Late Game
Ryze
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Ryze late game win rateRyze66.7%
Gwen late game win rateGwen33.3%

Ryze dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Gwen. This lopsided early game means Ryze can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

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

Ryze holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Gwen players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Ryze Runes Against Gwen

Sorcery rune tree - Ryze primary runes vs GwenSorcery
Stormraider's Surge - best Ryze rune vs GwenManaflow Band - best Ryze rune vs GwenTranscendence - best Ryze rune vs GwenGathering Storm - best Ryze rune vs Gwen
Resolve rune tree - Ryze secondary runes vs GwenResolve
Bone Plating - best Ryze rune vs GwenOvergrowth - best Ryze rune vs Gwen
100.0% WR

Running Sorcery primary with Resolve secondary allows Ryze to press their advantage against Gwen, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Ryze matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Ryze'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 Ryze build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Ryze matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.14
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
50.00%167.495011,30866.7%40.0%
31.25%167.191913,25225.0%33.3%
46.67%156.389412,23275.0%36.4%
64.29%146.476812,621100.0%54.5%
38.46%136.798211,30620.0%50.0%
50.00%126.392411,36480.0%28.6%
40.00%107.289614,0400.0%57.1%
44.44%98.286411,61940.0%50.0%
66.67%97.11,08113,69833.3%83.3%
50.00%87.01,03210,12833.3%100.0%
62.50%87.474213,353100.0%57.1%
57.14%77.493813,282100.0%50.0%
57.14%77.994412,07566.7%50.0%
71.43%76.889113,10150.0%80.0%
28.57%77.287210,24533.3%25.0%
33.33%67.461911,4580.0%50.0%
50.00%68.46429,89475.0%0.0%
50.00%67.475610,14266.7%33.3%
20.00%56.796113,2640.0%33.3%
40.00%57.567210,45550.0%33.3%
40.00%55.76798,12033.3%50.0%
80.00%57.11,03414,928100.0%66.7%
60.00%57.283010,73266.7%50.0%
100.00%57.61,00713,335100.0%100.0%
60.00%56.081813,058100.0%33.3%
60.00%57.197613,033100.0%50.0%
66.67%36.890012,8220.0%100.0%

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Ryze vs Gwen - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ryze do against Gwen in League of Legends?

Ryze wins the Ryze vs Gwen matchup with a 80.0% win rate compared to Gwen's 20.0%, a 60.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.

How does Ryze do against Gwen in the early game?

In the early game, Ryze has the advantage against Gwen with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Ryze players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Ryze do against Gwen in the late game?

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

Who wins the Ryze vs Gwen matchup?

Ryze wins the matchup against Gwen with a 80.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 60.0 percentage point advantage means Ryze is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.

What is the best Ryze build against Gwen?

The best Ryze build against Gwen includes Rod of Ages, Imperial Mandate, Rabadon's Deathcap with Sorcerer's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Ryze runes against Gwen?

The best Ryze runes against Gwen use the Sorcery primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Ryze vs Gwen matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Ryze counter Gwen?

Yes, Ryze has a favorable matchup against Gwen with a 80.0% win rate. Ryze strongly counters Gwen in lane based on current patch 26.14 data.

How do I play Ryze against Gwen?

When playing Ryze against Gwen, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. You have early game priority — look for kills and zone control before first recall. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.