Zac - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
51.7%
Pick Rate
1.5%

Zacvs Aatrox

STankFighter
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 18, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

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

Zac Matchup Breakdown

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

Who Wins the Zac vs Aatrox Matchup?

Aatrox wins the Zac vs Aatrox matchup
Winner
Aatrox
Matches: 5
40.0%
Win Rate
60.0%
1.8
CS / min
1.9
464
DMG / min
540
7,125
Gold / game
7,311
1,274
Heal / min
503
880
DMG Mitigated / min
477
1.4
CC / min
0.7
40.0%
Early Game WR
60.0%
0.0%
Late Game WR
0.0%

Zac vs Aatrox Matchup Summary

The Zac vs Aatrox matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Aatrox wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Zac's 40.0%, giving Aatrox a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Aatrox controls the early laning stage, but Zac outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Aatrox needs to press advantages before Zac reaches their power spikes, while Zac should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Zac leads by 1,175 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Aatrox has a strong advantage in this matchup. Zac players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Aatrox 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.

Zac vs Aatrox Laning Phase Breakdown

Aatrox wins the laning phase against Zac in League of Legends

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

Farming
1.8Zac
1.9Aatrox
Zac and Aatrox 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
464Zac
540Aatrox
Aatrox deals 77 more champion damage per minute than Zac. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Zac choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Aatrox's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
7,125Zac
7,311Aatrox
Zac and Aatrox generate nearly equal gold per game, with just a 187 gold difference. Neither champion has a clear economic advantage, so gold leads will depend on individual play quality, kill participation, and objective contributions.
Utility
1.4Zac
0.7Aatrox
Zac provides 0.6 seconds more crowd control per minute than Aatrox, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Zac coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
2,154Zac
979Aatrox
Zac vastly out-sustains Aatrox, healing and mitigating 1,175 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Zac can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Aatrox is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Aatrox, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Aatrox
60.0%
+20.0% advantage
Zac early game win rateZac40.0%
Aatrox early game win rateAatrox60.0%
Late Game
Zac
0.0%
+0.0% advantage
Zac late game win rateZac0.0%
Aatrox late game win rateAatrox0.0%

Aatrox dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 60.0% win rate — a 20.0 percentage point lead over Zac. This lopsided early game means Aatrox 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 Zac at 0.0% win rate — only 0.0 points ahead of Aatrox. Team fight execution and macro play determine the winner at this stage, not champion matchup advantage.

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

Precision rune tree - Zac primary runes vs AatroxPrecision
Conqueror - best Zac rune vs AatroxTriumph - best Zac rune vs AatroxLegend: Haste - best Zac rune vs AatroxLast Stand - best Zac rune vs Aatrox
Resolve rune tree - Zac secondary runes vs AatroxResolve
Revitalize - best Zac rune vs AatroxFont of Life - best Zac rune vs Aatrox
100.0% WR

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


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

Zac 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
57.63%591.053510,90862.5%51.9%
50.91%551.057711,34743.3%60.0%
56.52%461.065111,99550.0%63.6%
56.52%461.163012,01160.9%52.2%
53.33%451.158912,02862.5%42.9%
43.59%391.984712,92250.0%38.1%
59.46%381.560912,36556.3%61.9%
37.84%371.167211,79833.3%40.9%
60.00%351.163912,07564.7%55.6%
43.75%321.065611,59068.8%18.8%
53.13%321.366411,99633.3%70.6%
44.83%291.065811,73157.1%33.3%
59.26%271.167511,81960.0%58.3%
73.08%261.069913,11160.0%81.3%
64.00%251.159311,89653.3%80.0%
58.33%241.272012,47350.0%70.0%
66.67%211.763312,48966.7%66.7%
40.00%202.273412,13350.0%33.3%
70.00%201.154710,60588.9%54.5%
47.37%191.168112,83157.1%41.7%
31.58%193.163111,49537.5%27.3%
57.89%191.364511,15557.1%58.3%
55.56%181.467311,98228.6%72.7%
44.44%181.163710,96950.0%37.5%
44.44%181.265911,52537.5%50.0%
72.22%180.972513,22180.0%62.5%
27.78%181.255011,52328.6%27.3%
29.41%173.664310,70112.5%44.4%
70.59%171.556910,00254.5%100.0%
64.71%171.353510,86770.0%57.1%
35.29%171.260611,41550.0%27.3%
62.50%161.460812,70380.0%54.5%
43.75%161.078112,32433.3%50.0%
50.00%166.470710,93555.6%42.9%
62.50%162.770311,82275.0%50.0%
56.25%163.068110,24958.3%50.0%
46.67%151.961411,01514.3%75.0%
60.00%151.068410,91963.6%50.0%
46.67%153.490211,99750.0%45.5%
64.29%141.463613,25450.0%70.0%
38.46%131.158611,60250.0%20.0%
46.15%131.162611,18675.0%0.0%
61.54%134.379311,49675.0%55.6%
58.33%122.171711,30971.4%40.0%
9.09%110.956310,7960.0%20.0%
40.00%101.367812,83450.0%37.5%
66.67%95.882010,86675.0%60.0%
33.33%96.05599,79433.3%33.3%
33.33%91.468112,07420.0%50.0%
44.44%92.664012,47433.3%50.0%
77.78%93.480913,14066.7%83.3%
44.44%91.558410,07550.0%40.0%
62.50%86.05329,09771.4%0.0%
50.00%85.471811,26050.0%50.0%
37.50%81.957811,34740.0%33.3%
57.14%73.168211,61560.0%50.0%
42.86%71.476614,494100.0%33.3%
14.29%70.74939,4160.0%25.0%
57.14%73.564211,15475.0%33.3%
28.57%72.976810,91120.0%50.0%
57.14%74.16379,35160.0%50.0%
57.14%71.441410,28750.0%60.0%
28.57%71.266512,2410.0%50.0%
66.67%65.481610,21866.7%66.7%
66.67%61.166810,79766.7%66.7%
83.33%67.01,00112,56966.7%100.0%
50.00%61.069213,6350.0%75.0%
50.00%65.27259,65766.7%33.3%
33.33%66.163310,88625.0%50.0%
50.00%64.36859,95733.3%66.7%
33.33%65.052211,1570.0%50.0%
33.33%61.65669,97733.3%33.3%
60.00%56.51,01610,41366.7%50.0%
0.00%52.55189,0950.0%0.0%
40.00%51.84647,12540.0%0.0%
40.00%52.379813,9430.0%40.0%
80.00%51.273210,363100.0%66.7%
40.00%53.04459,49166.7%0.0%
0.00%51.53859,2260.0%0.0%
40.00%51.448310,8100.0%50.0%
40.00%50.847710,76833.3%50.0%
80.00%55.65206,565100.0%50.0%
60.00%56.076112,5980.0%75.0%
100.00%54.390813,596100.0%100.0%
60.00%53.25419,36650.0%100.0%

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Zac vs Aatrox - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Zac do against Aatrox in League of Legends?

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

How does Zac do against Aatrox in the early game?

In the early game, Aatrox has the advantage against Zac with a 60.0% win rate versus 40.0%. Aatrox players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Zac do against Aatrox in the late game?

In the late game, Zac takes over the Zac vs Aatrox matchup with a 0.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Zac scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Zac vs Aatrox matchup?

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

What is the best Zac build against Aatrox?

The best Zac build against Aatrox includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Zac runes against Aatrox?

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

Does Zac counter Aatrox?

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

How do I play Zac against Aatrox?

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