Zed - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
52.8%
Pick Rate
3.5%

Zedvs Ezreal

AAssassin
Patch26.13
Matches177,854
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 27, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Zed vs Ezreal is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Ezreal wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Zed based on 5 games. Zed wins the early laning phase while Ezreal scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Zed build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Zed vs Ezreal matchup.

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Zed Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Zed 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
Zed - 40.0% win rate in this matchup
Zed
40.0% WR
VS
Ezreal vs Zed matchup - 60.0% win rate
Ezreal
60.0% WR

Who Wins the Zed vs Ezreal Matchup?

Ezreal wins the Zed vs Ezreal matchup
Winner
Ezreal
Matches: 5
40.0%
Win Rate
60.0%
5.7
CS / min
6.0
1,071
DMG / min
991
15,949
Gold / game
14,633
147
Heal / min
187
494
DMG Mitigated / min
586
0.2
CC / min
0.1
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
33.3%
Late Game WR
66.7%

Zed vs Ezreal Matchup Summary

The Zed vs Ezreal matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Ezreal wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Zed's 40.0%, giving Ezreal a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Zed controls the early laning stage, but Ezreal outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Zed needs to press advantages before Ezreal reaches their power spikes, while Ezreal should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Zed leads by 0.1s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Ezreal has a strong advantage in this matchup. Zed players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Ezreal 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.

Zed vs Ezreal Laning Phase Breakdown

Zed wins the laning phase against Ezreal in League of Legends

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

Farming
5.7Zed
6.0Ezreal
Ezreal edges out Zed by 0.4 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 6 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Ezreal.
Damage
1,071Zed
991Ezreal
Zed deals 79 more champion damage per minute than Ezreal. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Ezreal choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Zed's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
15,949Zed
14,633Ezreal
Zed generates a commanding 1,316 more gold per game than Ezreal. This substantial economic advantage means Zed consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Ezreal should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.2Zed
0.1Ezreal
Both Zed and Ezreal provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.1s/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
641Zed
773Ezreal
Ezreal heals and mitigates 132 more damage per minute than Zed, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Ezreal to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Zed.

Best Zed Build Against Ezreal

Immortal Path is the optimal boots choice against Ezreal, providing the mobility and stats Zed needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Zed against Ezreal are Voltaic Cyclosword, Hubris and Eclipse. This combination gives Zed 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 Zed vs Ezreal matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Zed
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Zed early game win rateZed50.0%
Ezreal early game win rateEzreal50.0%
Late Game
Ezreal
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Zed late game win rateZed33.3%
Ezreal late game win rateEzreal66.7%

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

Ezreal is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 66.7% win rate — 33.3 points above Zed. Extended games heavily favor Ezreal, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Domination rune tree - Zed primary runes vs EzrealDomination
Electrocute - best Zed rune vs EzrealTaste of Blood - best Zed rune vs EzrealGrisly Mementos - best Zed rune vs EzrealUltimate Hunter - best Zed rune vs Ezreal
Resolve rune tree - Zed secondary runes vs EzrealResolve
Second Wind - best Zed rune vs EzrealOvergrowth - best Zed rune vs Ezreal
100.0% WR

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


Zed matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.13. The table below shows Zed'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 Zed build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Zed matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.13
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
63.11%1225.51,05813,78753.9%67.5%
39.22%516.294411,76543.3%33.3%
50.00%466.290811,90052.2%47.8%
57.50%406.31,00312,38164.7%52.2%
62.86%356.31,18513,20666.7%60.0%
54.29%355.11,04913,67857.1%52.4%
42.42%335.793013,03744.4%41.7%
46.67%305.494311,65153.3%40.0%
63.33%306.01,14613,89280.0%55.0%
50.00%304.690812,84133.3%61.1%
37.93%296.61,00112,79635.7%40.0%
50.00%266.01,03114,31745.5%53.3%
60.87%235.81,01314,42887.5%46.7%
40.91%226.184712,40440.0%41.7%
45.00%203.282910,85950.0%41.7%
60.00%206.396313,74650.0%66.7%
50.00%206.298414,45342.9%53.9%
70.00%205.982212,33077.8%63.6%
57.89%194.995414,78260.0%57.1%
50.00%186.299712,40040.0%62.5%
47.06%176.398813,24750.0%45.5%
56.25%166.088712,75957.1%55.6%
68.75%166.81,00013,74057.1%77.8%
31.25%164.890512,17640.0%27.3%
40.00%151.584413,40150.0%33.3%
53.33%156.583011,04444.4%66.7%
60.00%151.188916,47675.0%54.5%
28.57%145.996313,80920.0%33.3%
69.23%135.790711,04862.5%80.0%
58.33%125.493013,84166.7%55.6%
83.33%126.31,06711,36283.3%83.3%
27.27%111.160111,92160.0%0.0%
72.73%115.885110,63671.4%75.0%
60.00%104.786510,44360.0%60.0%
40.00%106.693012,74350.0%33.3%
44.44%95.180110,28040.0%50.0%
77.78%91.980912,31983.3%66.7%
44.44%91.088111,46050.0%33.3%
44.44%96.298913,1220.0%57.1%
66.67%94.81,07712,169100.0%50.0%
50.00%83.380014,128100.0%42.9%
25.00%85.799411,89733.3%0.0%
25.00%86.21,03012,35950.0%16.7%
62.50%84.591411,41240.0%100.0%
57.14%75.784712,54525.0%100.0%
28.57%71.464412,0820.0%50.0%
28.57%75.392112,4110.0%40.0%
42.86%71.477412,60250.0%33.3%
57.14%70.991112,10950.0%66.7%
71.43%73.393415,8400.0%83.3%
50.00%61.268611,76350.0%50.0%
50.00%66.41,20917,932100.0%40.0%
16.67%61.485414,8600.0%25.0%
16.67%61.383014,5960.0%20.0%
83.33%66.597914,066100.0%80.0%
50.00%65.084510,83650.0%50.0%
20.00%56.31,03914,5080.0%25.0%
40.00%55.71,07115,94950.0%33.3%
40.00%53.388312,558100.0%25.0%
60.00%55.692912,76850.0%66.7%
60.00%51.165813,43850.0%66.7%
60.00%56.599213,89950.0%66.7%
80.00%55.61,39017,622100.0%66.7%
80.00%56.71,03212,72066.7%100.0%
40.00%51.11,06313,1590.0%100.0%
60.00%52.51,08715,811100.0%50.0%
80.00%51.198913,98766.7%100.0%
60.00%57.098211,84066.7%50.0%

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Zed vs Ezreal - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Zed do against Ezreal in League of Legends?

Ezreal wins the Zed vs Ezreal matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Zed's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.

How does Zed do against Ezreal in the early game?

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

How does Zed do against Ezreal in the late game?

In the late game, Ezreal takes over the Zed vs Ezreal matchup with a 66.7% win rate compared to 33.3%. Ezreal scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Zed vs Ezreal matchup?

Ezreal wins the matchup against Zed with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Ezreal is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.

What is the best Zed build against Ezreal?

The best Zed build against Ezreal includes Voltaic Cyclosword, Hubris, Eclipse with Immortal Path. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Zed runes against Ezreal?

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

Does Zed counter Ezreal?

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

How do I play Zed against Ezreal?

When playing Zed against Ezreal, play cautiously and avoid Ezreal's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Ezreal has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.