Vexvs Locke
Vex vs Locke is a moderate matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Locke wins with a 51.1% win rate (+2.3%) over Vex based on 133 games. Locke wins the early laning phase while Vex scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Vex build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Vex vs Locke matchup.
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.
Who Wins the Vex vs Locke Matchup?
Vex vs Locke Matchup Summary
The Vex vs Locke matchup is a very close matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 133 recent matches analyzed, Locke wins with a 51.1% win rate compared to Vex's 48.9%, giving Locke a 2.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Locke controls the early laning stage, but Vex outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Locke needs to press advantages before Vex reaches their power spikes, while Vex should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Vex leads by 0.7s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. While Locke is slightly favored, Vex can absolutely win this lane through smart trading patterns and wave management. Focus on playing around your cooldowns, conceding CS only when necessary, and capitalizing on Locke's mistakes. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Vex vs Locke Laning Phase Breakdown
Vex is favored during the laning phase against Locke, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Vex holds advantages in farming, damage and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Vex Build Against Locke
Spellslinger's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Locke, providing the mobility and stats Vex needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Vex against Locke are Stormsurge, Shadowflame and Zhonya's Hourglass. This combination gives Vex an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 100.0% win rate across 3 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Locke. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Vex vs Locke matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Vex42.1%
Locke57.9%Vex54.0%Locke46.0%Locke dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 57.9% win rate — a 15.8 percentage point lead over Vex. This lopsided early game means Locke can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Vex is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 54.0% win rate — 7.9 points above Locke. Extended games heavily favor Vex, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Locke must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Vex reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Vex 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 Vex Runes Against Locke
Domination
Sorcery
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 Locke.
Vex matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.13. 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.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48.87% | 133 | 5.8 | 1,023 | 11,688 | 42.1% | 54.0% | |
| 45.45% | 44 | 6.2 | 906 | 10,675 | 61.9% | 30.4% | |
| 41.46% | 41 | 5.9 | 846 | 10,022 | 36.8% | 45.5% | |
| 46.15% | 26 | 6.3 | 908 | 12,441 | 37.5% | 50.0% | |
| 28.00% | 25 | 6.4 | 1,023 | 11,861 | 20.0% | 33.3% | |
| 56.00% | 25 | 6.2 | 845 | 12,344 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 33.33% | 24 | 5.7 | 884 | 10,457 | 37.5% | 31.3% | |
| 54.17% | 24 | 6.0 | 1,011 | 12,639 | 42.9% | 58.8% | |
| 60.87% | 23 | 6.4 | 1,047 | 11,969 | 66.7% | 57.1% | |
| 30.43% | 23 | 6.3 | 960 | 12,546 | 25.0% | 33.3% | |
| 33.33% | 18 | 6.4 | 825 | 11,308 | 25.0% | 40.0% | |
| 52.94% | 17 | 6.2 | 918 | 11,800 | 50.0% | 54.5% | |
| 35.29% | 17 | 5.5 | 888 | 12,819 | 50.0% | 30.8% | |
| 35.29% | 17 | 5.8 | 766 | 9,144 | 28.6% | 40.0% | |
| 56.25% | 16 | 6.1 | 891 | 12,192 | 25.0% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 5.8 | 1,220 | 14,206 | 25.0% | 58.3% | |
| 56.25% | 16 | 6.0 | 894 | 13,183 | 50.0% | 57.1% | |
| 60.00% | 15 | 5.9 | 1,064 | 13,576 | 60.0% | 60.0% | |
| 14.29% | 14 | 5.9 | 634 | 9,380 | 11.1% | 20.0% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 5.5 | 803 | 11,261 | 50.0% | 55.6% | |
| 58.33% | 12 | 6.0 | 833 | 11,375 | 60.0% | 57.1% | |
| 63.64% | 11 | 6.1 | 940 | 13,218 | 66.7% | 60.0% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 5.9 | 1,084 | 13,088 | 75.0% | 42.9% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 5.8 | 882 | 12,246 | 33.3% | 57.1% | |
| 20.00% | 10 | 5.7 | 892 | 10,557 | 20.0% | 20.0% | |
| 22.22% | 9 | 5.6 | 856 | 11,469 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 11.11% | 9 | 6.7 | 987 | 11,784 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 6.2 | 869 | 12,552 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 6.1 | 959 | 8,971 | 66.7% | 66.7% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 4.7 | 998 | 11,459 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 6.1 | 859 | 10,690 | 66.7% | 75.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.1 | 935 | 10,010 | 33.3% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 5.9 | 800 | 11,394 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 6.9 | 1,081 | 12,131 | 33.3% | 33.3% | |
| 83.33% | 6 | 6.7 | 1,111 | 10,951 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.7 | 780 | 11,835 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 7.5 | 999 | 11,242 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 5.4 | 1,068 | 13,088 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 4.1 | 821 | 10,050 | 100.0% | 33.3% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 6.3 | 623 | 10,253 | 0.0% | 50.0% |
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Vex vs Locke - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Vex do against Locke in League of Legends?
Locke wins the Vex vs Locke matchup with a 51.1% win rate compared to Vex's 48.9%, a 2.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 133 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.
How does Vex do against Locke in the early game?
In the early game, Locke has the advantage against Vex with a 57.9% win rate versus 42.1%. Locke players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Vex do against Locke in the late game?
In the late game, Vex takes over the Vex vs Locke matchup with a 54.0% win rate compared to 46.0%. Vex scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Vex vs Locke matchup?
Locke wins the matchup against Vex with a 51.1% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 2.3 percentage point advantage means Locke is moderately favored in this lane matchup based on 133 games analyzed.
What is the best Vex build against Locke?
The best Vex build against Locke includes Stormsurge, Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass with Spellslinger's Shoes. 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 Vex runes against Locke?
The best Vex runes against Locke use the Domination primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 51.4% win rate in the Vex vs Locke matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Vex counter Locke?
No, Vex struggles against Locke with only a 48.9% win rate. Locke has the advantage in this matchup. Vex players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Locke's lead.
How do I play Vex against Locke?
When playing Vex against Locke, play cautiously and avoid Locke's power spikes. Focus on safe farming — you outscale Locke in the late game. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.