Xin Zhao - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
51.1%
Pick Rate
4.6%

Xin Zhaovs Pantheon

AFighterTank
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 6, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Xin Zhao vs Pantheon is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.11. Xin Zhao wins with a 53.3% win rate (+6.7%) over Pantheon based on 60 games. Xin Zhao wins the early laning phase while Pantheon scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Xin Zhao build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Xin Zhao vs Pantheon matchup.

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Xin Zhao Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Xin Zhao 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
Xin Zhao - 53.3% win rate in this matchup
Xin Zhao
53.3% WR
VS
Pantheon vs Xin Zhao matchup - 46.7% win rate
Pantheon
46.7% WR

Who Wins the Xin Zhao vs Pantheon Matchup?

Xin Zhao wins the Xin Zhao vs Pantheon matchup
Winner
Xin Zhao
Matches: 60
53.3%
Win Rate
46.7%
3.5
CS / min
3.0
831
DMG / min
840
11,580
Gold / game
10,918
759
Heal / min
283
1,072
DMG Mitigated / min
1,007
0.9
CC / min
0.9
62.1%
Early Game WR
37.9%
45.2%
Late Game WR
54.8%

Xin Zhao vs Pantheon Matchup Summary

The Xin Zhao vs Pantheon matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 60 recent matches analyzed, Xin Zhao wins with a 53.3% win rate compared to Pantheon's 46.7%, giving Xin Zhao a 6.7 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Xin Zhao controls the early laning stage, but Pantheon outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Xin Zhao needs to press advantages before Pantheon reaches their power spikes, while Pantheon should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Xin Zhao leads by 541 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Xin Zhao players can confidently pick into Pantheon and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Pantheon away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Xin Zhao vs Pantheon Laning Phase Breakdown

Xin Zhao wins the laning phase against Pantheon in League of Legends

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

Farming
3.5Xin Zhao
3.0Pantheon
Xin Zhao edges out Pantheon by 0.5 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 8 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Xin Zhao.
Damage
831Xin Zhao
840Pantheon
Damage output is virtually even between Xin Zhao and Pantheon, with only 9 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
11,580Xin Zhao
10,918Pantheon
Xin Zhao earns 662 more gold per game than Pantheon, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Xin Zhao slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.9Xin Zhao
0.9Pantheon
Both Xin Zhao and Pantheon provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.0s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
1,831Xin Zhao
1,290Pantheon
Xin Zhao vastly out-sustains Pantheon, healing and mitigating 541 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Xin Zhao can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Pantheon is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Pantheon, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Xin Zhao Build Against Pantheon

Immortal Path is the optimal boots choice against Pantheon, providing the mobility and stats Xin Zhao needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Xin Zhao against Pantheon are Riftmaker, Statikk Shiv and Dusk and Dawn. This combination gives Xin Zhao an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 75.0% win rate across 4 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Pantheon. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Xin Zhao vs Pantheon matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Xin Zhao
62.1%
+24.1% advantage
Xin Zhao early game win rateXin Zhao62.1%
Pantheon early game win ratePantheon37.9%
Late Game
Pantheon
54.8%
+9.7% advantage
Xin Zhao late game win rateXin Zhao45.2%
Pantheon late game win ratePantheon54.8%

Xin Zhao dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 62.1% win rate — a 24.1 percentage point lead over Pantheon. This lopsided early game means Xin Zhao can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Pantheon is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 54.8% win rate — 9.7 points above Xin Zhao. Extended games heavily favor Pantheon, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Precision rune tree - Xin Zhao primary runes vs PantheonPrecision
Conqueror - best Xin Zhao rune vs PantheonTriumph - best Xin Zhao rune vs PantheonLegend: Alacrity - best Xin Zhao rune vs PantheonCoup de Grace - best Xin Zhao rune vs Pantheon
Inspiration rune tree - Xin Zhao secondary runes vs PantheonInspiration
Magical Footwear - best Xin Zhao rune vs PantheonCosmic Insight - best Xin Zhao rune vs Pantheon
66.7% WR

Running Precision primary with Inspiration secondary allows Xin Zhao to press their advantage against Pantheon, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Xin Zhao matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.11. The table below shows Xin Zhao'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 Xin Zhao build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Xin Zhao matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.11
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
53.45%2321.473212,54661.0%47.2%
47.51%2211.271911,73753.5%42.6%
59.91%2122.280312,68260.2%59.7%
51.89%1851.671311,92149.4%54.2%
41.53%1831.169611,56745.4%38.1%
54.29%1751.166011,29451.7%57.0%
46.79%1561.370211,58741.8%52.0%
52.29%1531.373512,54345.2%58.8%
48.00%1501.269411,46950.7%45.3%
55.48%1461.269012,52254.0%56.6%
49.58%1191.273512,69532.6%60.3%
52.63%1145.582312,68256.5%50.0%
56.14%1142.987112,42555.1%56.9%
44.55%1101.070112,42644.7%44.4%
53.00%1006.597012,37654.0%52.0%
53.13%963.477711,86747.6%57.4%
54.74%953.281211,95255.6%53.7%
55.32%946.398412,63654.9%55.8%
53.76%936.293511,61250.0%57.5%
60.87%922.381512,37965.9%56.3%
57.78%903.079012,13960.5%55.3%
54.55%884.691212,39058.7%50.0%
51.81%831.369112,64150.0%52.8%
45.12%823.085012,30743.8%46.0%
52.50%801.368911,07452.3%52.8%
43.75%801.161511,99457.9%30.9%
54.55%775.392112,25555.3%53.9%
53.95%766.190411,79251.2%57.6%
55.26%765.894011,68160.5%50.0%
48.00%755.493011,61848.8%47.1%
54.79%731.274113,29064.0%50.0%
56.16%735.51,00612,71961.3%52.4%
47.22%725.382411,54843.2%51.4%
59.09%661.278612,85464.0%56.1%
54.69%646.01,03811,63757.6%51.6%
43.55%626.388410,96132.4%57.1%
47.54%613.281612,33953.6%42.4%
61.67%606.394111,92065.5%58.1%
53.33%603.583111,58062.1%45.2%
50.00%605.61,19310,71051.4%47.8%
46.55%581.373012,25040.7%51.6%
44.83%583.888311,84233.3%57.1%
48.21%561.376712,95755.0%44.4%
59.26%546.399712,73160.0%58.6%
57.41%546.287811,67480.0%37.9%
57.41%546.698012,95133.3%76.7%
45.28%532.984411,20248.0%42.9%
50.94%531.475213,04357.1%46.9%
60.38%535.991511,55862.5%58.6%
63.46%527.11,00311,98664.3%62.5%
52.94%515.683812,35150.0%54.8%
50.98%516.41,05411,65757.1%43.5%
56.00%506.81,01712,67265.6%38.9%
61.22%494.881411,72862.5%60.0%
52.08%486.288712,52445.8%58.3%
52.08%481.179412,56648.0%56.5%
47.92%481.686012,92347.1%48.4%
42.55%475.51,04111,47322.7%60.0%
46.81%471.371712,71650.0%44.8%
44.68%471.270812,42441.2%46.7%
57.45%471.072511,21462.5%52.2%
68.09%471.066111,89073.1%61.9%
57.78%455.21,05512,06755.6%61.1%
68.18%444.61,03212,79760.0%72.4%
58.14%436.392311,17073.7%45.8%
59.52%424.980711,70457.1%61.9%
36.59%415.984810,63334.6%40.0%
47.50%404.381211,94060.0%40.0%
61.54%391.380112,52766.7%58.3%
50.00%384.186613,20144.4%55.0%
37.84%374.886111,66433.3%40.9%
52.78%366.61,03012,27664.7%42.1%
33.33%366.491211,88835.0%31.3%
25.71%355.685210,32522.2%29.4%
54.29%354.290712,43060.0%50.0%
58.82%344.690112,00365.0%50.0%
73.53%346.093412,95981.3%66.7%
55.88%346.398212,75968.4%40.0%
45.45%331.578812,46050.0%42.1%
42.42%331.165710,14838.9%46.7%
57.58%336.390212,46864.7%50.0%
27.27%334.082612,39830.8%25.0%
48.48%336.095413,35357.1%42.1%
59.38%325.490912,27257.9%61.5%
53.13%326.097212,36456.3%50.0%
58.06%316.495413,33654.5%60.0%
46.67%305.782111,27437.5%57.1%
58.62%296.296412,64562.5%53.9%
65.52%296.01,10612,52575.0%44.4%
64.29%286.295411,12466.7%61.5%
50.00%286.01,02412,72044.4%52.6%
53.57%286.087611,71754.5%52.9%
48.15%275.597411,05553.3%41.7%
51.85%275.477511,77746.1%57.1%
76.92%266.087811,01382.3%66.7%
76.92%266.71,04813,11486.7%63.6%
68.00%256.595011,51378.6%54.5%
66.67%246.11,18614,06062.5%68.8%
50.00%244.389312,79128.6%58.8%
47.83%231.570713,31733.3%57.1%
52.17%234.690811,37453.3%50.0%
45.45%225.792210,54241.7%50.0%
45.45%226.399311,34053.3%28.6%
45.45%226.51,03813,82333.3%50.0%
50.00%221.890611,53260.0%28.6%
38.10%215.588812,21057.1%28.6%
33.33%212.369511,89122.2%41.7%
52.38%216.289612,69257.1%50.0%
60.00%201.455411,78466.7%54.5%
47.37%195.394812,83250.0%45.5%
50.00%186.686111,94266.7%41.7%
55.56%186.51,19913,58275.0%40.0%
33.33%154.47429,57033.3%33.3%
80.00%156.291410,99880.0%80.0%
60.00%156.598112,11171.4%50.0%
50.00%141.382712,21450.0%50.0%
42.86%146.384410,98655.6%20.0%
53.85%135.196412,80825.0%100.0%
53.85%131.973011,82042.9%66.7%
41.67%122.581113,94733.3%44.4%
54.55%115.890110,82250.0%60.0%
36.36%116.31,08713,35150.0%20.0%
54.55%112.564412,03966.7%50.0%
60.00%106.683112,00660.0%60.0%
40.00%104.096613,48125.0%50.0%
40.00%106.01,10013,15333.3%42.9%
70.00%105.586911,02950.0%100.0%
77.78%94.780112,71675.0%80.0%
55.56%96.41,01113,30350.0%57.1%
25.00%86.085711,07966.7%0.0%
71.43%75.898313,652100.0%60.0%
71.43%73.57379,821100.0%0.0%
71.43%75.687611,57375.0%66.7%
71.43%76.21,02214,540100.0%50.0%
83.33%66.690813,85266.7%100.0%
40.00%55.377610,42050.0%0.0%
80.00%56.11,28214,83166.7%100.0%
40.00%53.96248,24033.3%50.0%
80.00%54.29289,782100.0%66.7%

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Xin Zhao vs Pantheon - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Xin Zhao do against Pantheon in League of Legends?

Xin Zhao wins the Xin Zhao vs Pantheon matchup with a 53.3% win rate compared to Pantheon's 46.7%, a 6.7 percentage point difference. This data is based on 60 recent ranked games in patch 26.11.

How does Xin Zhao do against Pantheon in the early game?

In the early game, Xin Zhao has the advantage against Pantheon with a 62.1% win rate versus 37.9%. Xin Zhao players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Xin Zhao do against Pantheon in the late game?

In the late game, Pantheon takes over the Xin Zhao vs Pantheon matchup with a 54.8% win rate compared to 45.2%. Pantheon scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Xin Zhao vs Pantheon matchup?

Xin Zhao wins the matchup against Pantheon with a 53.3% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. The 6.7 percentage point advantage means Xin Zhao is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 60 games analyzed.

What is the best Xin Zhao build against Pantheon?

The best Xin Zhao build against Pantheon includes Riftmaker, Statikk Shiv, Dusk and Dawn with Immortal Path. This build achieves a 75.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Xin Zhao runes against Pantheon?

The best Xin Zhao runes against Pantheon use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 66.7% win rate in the Xin Zhao vs Pantheon matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Xin Zhao counter Pantheon?

Yes, Xin Zhao has a favorable matchup against Pantheon with a 53.3% win rate. Xin Zhao strongly counters Pantheon in lane based on current patch 26.11 data.

How do I play Xin Zhao against Pantheon?

When playing Xin Zhao against Pantheon, 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.