Vi - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.1%
Pick Rate
2.3%

Vivs Neeko

FFighterAssassin
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Vi vs Neeko is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Neeko wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Vi based on 5 games. Neeko wins the early laning phase while Vi scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Vi build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Vi vs Neeko matchup.

Vi Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Vi 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
Neeko - 40.0% win rateNeeko(40.0%)
Vi - 40.0% win rate in this matchup
Vi
40.0% WR
VS
Neeko vs Vi matchup - 60.0% win rate
Neeko
60.0% WR

Who Wins the Vi vs Neeko Matchup?

Neeko wins the Vi vs Neeko matchup
Winner
Neeko
Matches: 5
40.0%
Win Rate
60.0%
1.8
CS / min
2.3
617
DMG / min
829
13,198
Gold / game
13,153
291
Heal / min
232
1,266
DMG Mitigated / min
501
1.0
CC / min
1.7
33.3%
Early Game WR
66.7%
50.0%
Late Game WR
50.0%

Vi vs Neeko Matchup Summary

The Vi vs Neeko matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Neeko wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Vi's 40.0%, giving Neeko a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Neeko controls the early laning stage, but Vi outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Neeko needs to press advantages before Vi reaches their power spikes, while Vi should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Vi leads by 823 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Neeko has a strong advantage in this matchup. Vi players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Neeko 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.

Vi vs Neeko Laning Phase Breakdown

Neeko wins the laning phase against Vi in League of Legends

Neeko is favored during the laning phase against Vi, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Neeko holds advantages in farming, damage and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
1.8Vi
2.3Neeko
Neeko edges out Vi 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 Neeko.
Damage
617Vi
829Neeko
Neeko heavily out-damages Vi by 212 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Vi should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Neeko's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
13,198Vi
13,153Neeko
Vi and Neeko generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 45 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
1.0Vi
1.7Neeko
Neeko provides 0.7 seconds more crowd control per minute than Vi, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Neeko coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
1,556Vi
733Neeko
Vi vastly out-sustains Neeko, healing and mitigating 823 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Vi can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Neeko is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Neeko, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Vi Build Against Neeko

Mercury's Treads is the optimal boots choice against Neeko, providing the mobility and stats Vi needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Vi against Neeko are Eclipse, Sundered Sky and Maw of Malmortius. This combination gives Vi 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 Vi vs Neeko matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Neeko
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Vi early game win rateVi33.3%
Neeko early game win rateNeeko66.7%
Late Game
Vi
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Vi late game win rateVi50.0%
Neeko late game win rateNeeko50.0%

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

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

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Neeko has the edge early, but Vi 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 Vi Runes Against Neeko

Precision rune tree - Vi primary runes vs NeekoPrecision
Conqueror - best Vi rune vs NeekoTriumph - best Vi rune vs NeekoLegend: Alacrity - best Vi rune vs NeekoCoup de Grace - best Vi rune vs Neeko
Domination rune tree - Vi secondary runes vs NeekoDomination
Sudden Impact - best Vi rune vs NeekoUltimate Hunter - best Vi rune vs Neeko
100.0% WR

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


Vi matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Vi'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 Vi build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Vi 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
47.41%1160.966212,59546.4%48.3%
47.06%1021.062312,18541.8%53.2%
47.42%971.166813,22239.5%52.5%
48.86%881.067112,33652.0%44.7%
48.15%811.167812,71245.7%50.0%
47.50%801.063913,32255.9%41.3%
47.50%801.167112,92844.4%50.0%
50.00%640.962911,86854.3%44.8%
46.77%621.065813,13342.3%50.0%
42.11%570.960812,55250.0%38.5%
57.41%540.961212,75254.5%59.4%
34.62%521.271111,79923.8%41.9%
38.30%471.066211,98937.5%39.1%
46.67%451.063513,84428.6%54.8%
58.14%430.861111,72068.0%44.4%
61.54%391.158011,00754.5%70.6%
62.16%371.167712,99066.7%59.1%
47.06%341.165811,78840.0%52.6%
47.06%341.065614,28650.0%46.1%
45.45%331.062312,24858.8%31.3%
27.27%331.666513,35815.4%35.0%
53.13%321.262712,62660.0%47.1%
38.71%310.866912,58040.0%37.5%
46.67%301.363313,07633.3%55.6%
56.67%301.063213,94142.9%60.9%
37.93%291.080012,48246.7%28.6%
41.38%291.060812,21035.7%46.7%
55.56%270.959011,85269.2%42.9%
53.85%261.567812,16063.6%46.7%
57.69%261.775712,88176.9%38.5%
65.38%261.471112,50378.6%50.0%
37.50%240.959211,57537.5%37.5%
70.83%240.968413,16460.0%78.6%
62.50%240.951711,52138.5%90.9%
45.45%221.460012,80250.0%42.9%
27.27%220.96459,65221.4%37.5%
54.55%222.072012,81770.0%41.7%
59.09%220.753711,83344.4%69.2%
52.38%212.158412,75837.5%61.5%
55.00%201.163512,48860.0%50.0%
25.00%161.169313,68033.3%20.0%
31.25%161.066511,94333.3%30.0%
43.75%163.287214,03350.0%37.5%
28.57%141.470513,08240.0%22.2%
21.43%141.365913,40825.0%20.0%
46.15%134.880612,04350.0%42.9%
75.00%120.862712,79966.7%77.8%
25.00%120.960912,9120.0%33.3%
63.64%111.467914,96166.7%62.5%
60.00%100.852611,65040.0%80.0%
40.00%104.080711,36325.0%50.0%
80.00%100.962911,90975.0%83.3%
60.00%103.284214,44166.7%57.1%
30.00%101.863512,88325.0%33.3%
50.00%102.457812,22540.0%60.0%
44.44%91.867913,28833.3%50.0%
55.56%91.973413,09775.0%40.0%
77.78%93.673812,02675.0%80.0%
33.33%91.069912,70350.0%20.0%
75.00%81.274915,58550.0%83.3%
50.00%81.268115,3610.0%57.1%
37.50%81.169612,9320.0%60.0%
25.00%80.65239,98728.6%0.0%
50.00%81.85509,36975.0%25.0%
57.14%70.752411,81266.7%50.0%
42.86%71.66386,69320.0%100.0%
33.33%65.46679,4340.0%66.7%
50.00%63.41,08811,13733.3%66.7%
66.67%61.866611,47150.0%75.0%
83.33%61.969914,8350.0%100.0%
33.33%61.664614,2360.0%66.7%
16.67%61.65369,6860.0%50.0%
40.00%51.861713,19833.3%50.0%
40.00%52.14819,03933.3%50.0%
40.00%51.087516,372100.0%25.0%
60.00%52.462410,8850.0%60.0%
40.00%52.060910,98850.0%33.3%
40.00%54.592815,5580.0%50.0%
20.00%51.669413,65150.0%0.0%

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Vi vs Neeko - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Vi do against Neeko in League of Legends?

Neeko wins the Vi vs Neeko matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Vi's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Vi do against Neeko in the early game?

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

How does Vi do against Neeko in the late game?

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

Who wins the Vi vs Neeko matchup?

Neeko wins the matchup against Vi with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Neeko is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.

What is the best Vi build against Neeko?

The best Vi build against Neeko includes Eclipse, Sundered Sky, Maw of Malmortius with Mercury's Treads. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Vi runes against Neeko?

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

Does Vi counter Neeko?

No, Vi struggles against Neeko with only a 40.0% win rate. Neeko has the advantage in this matchup. Vi players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Neeko's lead.

How do I play Vi against Neeko?

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