Samira - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.5%
Pick Rate
2.7%

Samiravs Lux

CMarksmanAssassin
Patch26.3
Matches785,220
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedFeb 27, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Samira vs Lux is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.3. Lux wins with a 53.3% win rate (+6.7%) over Samira based on 15 games. Lux wins the early laning phase while Samira scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Samira build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Samira vs Lux matchup.

Samira Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Samira 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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Lux - 46.7% win rateLux(46.7%)
Samira - 46.7% win rate in this matchup
Samira
46.7% WR
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Lux vs Samira matchup - 53.3% win rate
Lux
53.3% WR

Who Wins the Samira vs Lux Matchup?

Lux wins the Samira vs Lux matchup
Winner
Lux
Matches: 15
46.7%
Win Rate
53.3%
5.9
CS / min
5.8
836
DMG / min
898
14,430
Gold / game
13,157
255
Heal / min
63
626
DMG Mitigated / min
412
0.1
CC / min
1.7
33.3%
Early Game WR
66.7%
55.6%
Late Game WR
44.4%

Samira vs Lux Matchup Summary

The Samira vs Lux matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 15 recent matches analyzed, Lux wins with a 53.3% win rate compared to Samira's 46.7%, giving Lux a 6.7 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Lux controls the early laning stage, but Samira outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Lux needs to press advantages before Samira reaches their power spikes, while Samira should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Lux leads by 1.6s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Lux has a strong advantage in this matchup. Samira players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Lux 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.

Samira vs Lux Laning Phase Breakdown

Samira wins the laning phase against Lux in League of Legends

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

Farming
5.9Samira
5.8Lux
Samira and Lux farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.1 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
836Samira
898Lux
Lux deals 62 more champion damage per minute than Samira. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Samira choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Lux's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
14,430Samira
13,157Lux
Samira generates a commanding 1,273 more gold per game than Lux. This substantial economic advantage means Samira consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Lux should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.1Samira
1.7Lux
Lux brings significantly more crowd control than Samira, with 1.6 more seconds of CC per minute. This large utility gap makes Lux far more valuable in setting up jungle ganks, controlling objectives, and locking down targets in team fights. Samira should invest in tenacity and position carefully to avoid being chain-CC'd.
Sustain
881Samira
475Lux
Samira vastly out-sustains Lux, healing and mitigating 406 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Samira can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Lux is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Lux, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Samira Build Against Lux

Chainlaced Crushers is the optimal boots choice against Lux, providing the mobility and stats Samira needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Samira against Lux are The Collector, Bloodthirster and Lord Dominik's Regards. This combination gives Samira 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 Samira vs Lux matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Lux
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Samira early game win rateSamira33.3%
Lux early game win rateLux66.7%
Late Game
Samira
55.6%
+11.1% advantage
Samira late game win rateSamira55.6%
Lux late game win rateLux44.4%

Lux dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 66.7% win rate — a 33.3 percentage point lead over Samira. This lopsided early game means Lux can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Samira is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 55.6% win rate — 11.1 points above Lux. Extended games heavily favor Samira, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Lux must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Samira reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Samira 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 Samira Runes Against Lux

Precision rune tree - Samira primary runes vs LuxPrecision
Conqueror - best Samira rune vs LuxTriumph - best Samira rune vs LuxLegend: Bloodline - best Samira rune vs LuxLast Stand - best Samira rune vs Lux
Resolve rune tree - Samira secondary runes vs LuxResolve
Second Wind - best Samira rune vs LuxRevitalize - best Samira rune vs Lux
100.0% WR

The Precision and Resolve rune setup gives Samira the best tools to compete against Lux in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Samira matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.3. The table below shows Samira'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 Samira build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Samira matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.3
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
47.51%4826.287914,07345.0%49.8%
44.78%3936.489514,04547.6%41.7%
46.46%3816.191714,29444.2%48.3%
48.30%2656.392614,73244.5%51.0%
54.63%2166.41,05415,30650.9%58.2%
54.68%2036.398014,69951.1%57.5%
52.26%1996.292014,21750.0%54.5%
51.35%1856.596814,84955.6%48.1%
52.63%1526.495114,58952.0%53.3%
50.00%1506.497614,83555.3%44.6%
51.80%1396.594114,90647.1%56.5%
44.53%1286.485213,99446.3%42.6%
56.30%1196.390113,81456.5%56.0%
52.88%1046.288614,05051.0%54.7%
40.00%856.492513,89934.7%47.2%
58.75%806.692915,22361.8%56.5%
53.25%776.186014,17255.0%51.4%
50.67%756.495014,33944.7%56.8%
58.33%606.084714,11755.6%60.6%
36.00%506.491413,18943.3%25.0%
51.06%476.41,00515,75936.8%60.7%
46.81%476.183013,57450.0%44.4%
55.56%456.691013,59452.2%59.1%
39.02%416.178612,04833.3%50.0%
42.11%386.399913,70339.1%46.7%
39.47%386.190014,26650.0%30.0%
50.00%326.083514,88557.1%44.4%
44.83%296.193213,43033.3%63.6%
46.67%155.983614,43033.3%55.6%
50.00%147.181114,03350.0%50.0%
30.77%136.51,16115,48520.0%37.5%
53.85%136.194015,25025.0%66.7%
63.64%116.31,08214,85840.0%83.3%
87.50%87.694014,94175.0%100.0%
85.71%77.099215,27375.0%100.0%
20.00%55.967510,6200.0%50.0%
20.00%56.190614,860100.0%0.0%
60.00%55.81,01417,2450.0%60.0%
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Samira vs Lux - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Samira do against Lux in League of Legends?

Lux wins the Samira vs Lux matchup with a 53.3% win rate compared to Samira's 46.7%, a 6.7 percentage point difference. This data is based on 15 recent ranked games in patch 26.3.

How does Samira do against Lux in the early game?

In the early game, Lux has the advantage against Samira with a 66.7% win rate versus 33.3%. Lux players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Samira do against Lux in the late game?

In the late game, Samira takes over the Samira vs Lux matchup with a 55.6% win rate compared to 44.4%. Samira scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Samira vs Lux matchup?

Lux wins the matchup against Samira with a 53.3% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.3. The 6.7 percentage point advantage means Lux is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 15 games analyzed.

What is the best Samira build against Lux?

The best Samira build against Lux includes The Collector, Bloodthirster, Lord Dominik's Regards with Chainlaced Crushers. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Samira runes against Lux?

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

Does Samira counter Lux?

No, Samira struggles against Lux with only a 46.7% win rate. Lux has the advantage in this matchup. Samira players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Lux's lead.

How do I play Samira against Lux?

When playing Samira against Lux, play cautiously and avoid Lux's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Lux in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.