Vex - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.2%
Pick Rate
2.0%

Vexvs Azir

BMage
Patch26.14
Matches491,560
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Vex vs Azir is a very close matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Vex wins with a 50.0% win rate (+0.0%) over Azir based on 4 games. Vex holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Vex build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Vex vs Azir matchup.

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Vex Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Vex 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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Vex - 50.0% win rate in this matchup
Vex
50.0% WR
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Azir vs Vex matchup - 50.0% win rate
Azir
50.0% WR

Who Wins the Vex vs Azir Matchup?

Vex wins the Vex vs Azir matchup
Winner
Vex
Matches: 4
50.0%
Win Rate
50.0%
6.1
CS / min
6.7
1,274
DMG / min
823
13,582
Gold / game
12,098
117
Heal / min
87
575
DMG Mitigated / min
584
1.4
CC / min
0.4
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
50.0%
Late Game WR
50.0%

Vex vs Azir Matchup Summary

The Vex vs Azir matchup is essentially a coin-flip matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 4 recent matches analyzed, Vex wins with a 50.0% win rate compared to Azir's 50.0%, giving Vex a 0.0 percentage point advantage. Vex holds a slight edge in both the early and late game, but the margins are thin enough that individual skill and jungle attention will often determine the outcome. Azir can still find windows through outplays and team coordination. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Vex leads by 1.0s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Vex has a statistical edge, but the margin is close enough that respecting Azir's strengths is important. Trade when cooldowns are favorable, track the enemy jungler, and build toward your strongest item spikes to convert the slight advantage into a decisive lead. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Vex vs Azir Laning Phase Breakdown

Vex wins the laning phase against Azir in League of Legends

Vex is favored during the laning phase against Azir, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Vex holds advantages in damage, gold income, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.1Vex
6.7Azir
Azir edges out Vex by 0.6 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 9 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Azir.
Damage
1,274Vex
823Azir
Vex heavily out-damages Azir by 451 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Azir should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Vex's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
13,582Vex
12,098Azir
Vex generates a commanding 1,485 more gold per game than Azir. This substantial economic advantage means Vex consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Azir should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
1.4Vex
0.4Azir
Vex brings significantly more crowd control than Azir, with 1.0 more seconds of CC per minute. This large utility gap makes Vex far more valuable in setting up jungle ganks, controlling objectives, and locking down targets in team fights. Azir should invest in tenacity and position carefully to avoid being chain-CC'd.
Sustain
693Vex
670Azir
Vex and Azir have comparable sustain profiles, with only 22 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 Vex Build Against Azir

Spellslinger's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Azir, providing the mobility and stats Vex needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Vex against Azir are Zhonya's Hourglass, Void Staff and Rabadon's Deathcap. This combination gives Vex 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 Vex vs Azir matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Vex
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Vex early game win rateVex50.0%
Azir early game win rateAzir50.0%
Late Game
Vex
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Vex late game win rateVex50.0%
Azir late game win rateAzir50.0%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Vex and Azir, with Vex 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.

Late game (25+ minutes) is equally balanced, with Vex at 50.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Azir. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

This matchup is remarkably even at every stage of the game. Neither Vex nor Azir has a phase-specific advantage, making this a pure skill matchup where individual mechanics, decision-making, and team coordination determine the outcome.

Best Vex Runes Against Azir

Domination rune tree - Vex primary runes vs AzirDomination
Electrocute - best Vex rune vs AzirTaste of Blood - best Vex rune vs AzirGrisly Mementos - best Vex rune vs AzirUltimate Hunter - best Vex rune vs Azir
Sorcery rune tree - Vex secondary runes vs AzirSorcery
Manaflow Band - best Vex rune vs AzirTranscendence - best Vex rune vs Azir
50.0% WR

The Domination primary with Sorcery secondary combination helps Vex maximize their potential in this closely contested matchup, providing the right mix of offensive and defensive tools to edge out Azir.


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

Vex 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
57.41%546.194811,46054.2%60.0%
40.38%525.784811,39453.3%35.1%
53.85%525.897311,43755.0%53.1%
43.90%415.984710,95443.8%44.0%
52.63%386.390510,34445.0%61.1%
44.44%365.61,04712,00433.3%50.0%
48.48%336.096211,02453.3%44.4%
54.84%315.486211,85575.0%47.8%
48.15%276.395110,20446.1%50.0%
53.85%265.61,12111,02560.0%50.0%
46.15%266.11,03811,51554.5%40.0%
46.15%265.794911,23045.5%46.7%
39.13%236.287211,55728.6%43.8%
43.48%236.397010,05066.7%18.2%
57.14%216.399611,91362.5%53.9%
50.00%186.01,01210,63250.0%50.0%
44.44%185.694211,37150.0%41.7%
61.11%185.71,02112,54275.0%57.1%
50.00%166.079210,88160.0%45.5%
56.25%166.189711,32850.0%62.5%
40.00%155.679410,4480.0%66.7%
38.46%135.885912,28733.3%40.0%
50.00%126.11,1329,97960.0%42.9%
40.00%105.396211,33666.7%28.6%
40.00%105.66799,57750.0%33.3%
55.56%95.81,02412,07566.7%50.0%
55.56%95.991611,66433.3%66.7%
50.00%85.798412,27633.3%60.0%
50.00%86.294213,820100.0%42.9%
62.50%85.799211,44666.7%60.0%
50.00%85.988411,47475.0%25.0%
57.14%75.61,24012,59050.0%60.0%
42.86%76.19048,76650.0%33.3%
50.00%65.88929,76966.7%33.3%
50.00%65.799013,012100.0%40.0%
50.00%65.89769,06433.3%66.7%
33.33%65.41,1249,9530.0%66.7%
50.00%65.06769,66733.3%66.7%
50.00%65.888210,99850.0%50.0%
40.00%54.76358,8680.0%66.7%
40.00%54.879111,47450.0%33.3%
60.00%56.088010,985100.0%50.0%
50.00%46.11,27413,58250.0%50.0%

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Vex vs Azir - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Vex do against Azir in League of Legends?

Vex wins the Vex vs Azir matchup with a 50.0% win rate compared to Azir's 50.0%, a 0.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 4 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.

How does Vex do against Azir in the early game?

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

How does Vex do against Azir in the late game?

In the late game, Vex takes over the Vex vs Azir matchup with a 50.0% win rate compared to 50.0%. Vex scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Vex vs Azir matchup?

Vex wins the matchup against Azir with a 50.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 0.0 percentage point advantage means Vex is slightly favored in this lane matchup based on 4 games analyzed.

What is the best Vex build against Azir?

The best Vex build against Azir includes Zhonya's Hourglass, Void Staff, Rabadon's Deathcap with Spellslinger's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Vex runes against Azir?

The best Vex runes against Azir use the Domination primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 50.0% win rate in the Vex vs Azir matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Vex counter Azir?

Yes, Vex has a favorable matchup against Azir with a 50.0% win rate. Vex slightly edges out Azir in lane based on current patch 26.14 data.

How do I play Vex against Azir?

When playing Vex against Azir, 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.