Zeri - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.6%
Pick Rate
1.2%

Zerivs Vayne

CMarksman
Patch26.4
Matches1,089,240
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 2, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Zeri vs Vayne is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.4. Zeri wins with a 54.5% win rate (+9.1%) over Vayne based on 66 games. Zeri holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Zeri build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Zeri vs Vayne matchup.

Zeri Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Zeri 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
Vayne - 54.5% win rateVayne(54.5%)
Zeri - 54.5% win rate in this matchup
Zeri
54.5% WR
VS
Vayne vs Zeri matchup - 45.5% win rate
Vayne
45.5% WR

Who Wins the Zeri vs Vayne Matchup?

Zeri wins the Zeri vs Vayne matchup
Winner
Zeri
Matches: 66
54.5%
Win Rate
45.5%
7.4
CS / min
6.6
1,018
DMG / min
969
15,188
Gold / game
14,142
150
Heal / min
235
447
DMG Mitigated / min
536
0.2
CC / min
0.4
53.1%
Early Game WR
46.9%
55.9%
Late Game WR
44.1%

Zeri vs Vayne Matchup Summary

The Zeri vs Vayne matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 66 recent matches analyzed, Zeri wins with a 54.5% win rate compared to Vayne's 45.5%, giving Zeri a 9.1 percentage point advantage. Zeri dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Vayne players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Vayne leads by 0.2s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Zeri players can confidently pick into Vayne and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Vayne away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Zeri vs Vayne Laning Phase Breakdown

Zeri wins the laning phase against Vayne in League of Legends

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

Farming
7.4Zeri
6.6Vayne
Zeri significantly out-farms Vayne by 0.8 CS per minute, accumulating an estimated 12 CS lead by mid game. This substantial farming gap gives Zeri a major gold advantage and earlier item completions. Vayne players should prioritize wave management techniques like freezing near tower and using abilities efficiently to minimize the deficit.
Damage
1,018Zeri
969Vayne
Zeri deals 49 more champion damage per minute than Vayne. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Vayne choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Zeri's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
15,188Zeri
14,142Vayne
Zeri generates a commanding 1,046 more gold per game than Vayne. This substantial economic advantage means Zeri consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Vayne should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.2Zeri
0.4Vayne
Both Zeri and Vayne provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.2s/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
597Zeri
771Vayne
Vayne vastly out-sustains Zeri, healing and mitigating 174 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Vayne can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Zeri is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Zeri, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Zeri
53.1%
+6.3% advantage
Zeri early game win rateZeri53.1%
Vayne early game win rateVayne46.9%
Late Game
Zeri
55.9%
+11.8% advantage
Zeri late game win rateZeri55.9%
Vayne late game win rateVayne44.1%

Zeri dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 53.1% win rate — a 6.3 percentage point lead over Vayne. This lopsided early game means Zeri can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Zeri is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 55.9% win rate — 11.8 points above Vayne. Extended games heavily favor Zeri, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

Zeri holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Vayne players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Zeri Runes Against Vayne

Precision rune tree - Zeri primary runes vs VaynePrecision
Lethal Tempo - best Zeri rune vs VayneTriumph - best Zeri rune vs VayneLegend: Bloodline - best Zeri rune vs VayneCut Down - best Zeri rune vs Vayne
Inspiration rune tree - Zeri secondary runes vs VayneInspiration
Cash Back - best Zeri rune vs VayneTriple Tonic - best Zeri rune vs Vayne
61.5% WR

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


Zeri matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.4. The table below shows Zeri'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 Zeri build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Zeri matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.4
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
50.72%2117.494214,73648.5%52.8%
47.06%2057.293214,96946.7%47.3%
54.41%2056.992014,50355.7%53.5%
52.36%1927.493114,87653.3%51.8%
52.45%1437.71,03715,91839.1%63.3%
54.40%1267.290714,14457.4%51.6%
52.42%1247.51,01816,00351.1%53.3%
50.00%1097.695115,18256.8%45.3%
56.70%977.598215,64955.8%57.4%
40.96%837.689513,81836.4%46.1%
46.25%817.493013,82346.5%46.0%
46.05%767.182713,78050.0%41.2%
50.72%697.693215,07852.6%48.4%
55.22%677.590514,76551.7%57.9%
46.97%677.395615,79247.8%46.5%
54.55%667.41,01815,18853.1%55.9%
56.14%587.51,00615,47657.1%55.2%
48.21%567.898914,99865.2%36.4%
52.27%447.31,02115,54650.0%53.9%
52.78%367.21,11315,56050.0%54.2%
35.29%347.793414,16137.5%33.3%
64.71%347.595316,41872.7%60.9%
56.25%327.891815,22068.8%43.8%
50.00%297.289115,12053.9%46.7%
54.17%246.888012,75157.1%50.0%
30.43%236.793714,86927.3%33.3%
50.00%226.881413,51144.4%53.9%
61.11%197.193115,98866.7%58.3%
52.63%197.21,06211,40533.3%85.7%
64.29%147.397311,81366.7%60.0%
27.27%117.374311,90612.5%66.7%
54.55%117.71,05617,45733.3%62.5%
25.00%87.793518,4700.0%33.3%
0.00%76.674613,6340.0%0.0%
28.57%77.587914,90150.0%20.0%
42.86%71.894915,67733.3%50.0%
57.14%77.275613,44350.0%66.7%
50.00%67.866111,68840.0%100.0%
16.67%64.192913,2310.0%33.3%
66.67%67.61,55315,41450.0%75.0%
60.00%56.61,02717,009100.0%50.0%
25.00%55.581413,0320.0%33.3%
20.00%56.41,24216,70650.0%0.0%
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Zeri vs Vayne - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Zeri do against Vayne in League of Legends?

Zeri wins the Zeri vs Vayne matchup with a 54.5% win rate compared to Vayne's 45.5%, a 9.1 percentage point difference. This data is based on 66 recent ranked games in patch 26.4.

How does Zeri do against Vayne in the early game?

In the early game, Zeri has the advantage against Vayne with a 53.1% win rate versus 46.9%. Zeri players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Zeri do against Vayne in the late game?

In the late game, Zeri takes over the Zeri vs Vayne matchup with a 55.9% win rate compared to 44.1%. Zeri scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Zeri vs Vayne matchup?

Zeri wins the matchup against Vayne with a 54.5% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.4. The 9.1 percentage point advantage means Zeri is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 66 games analyzed.

What is the best Zeri build against Vayne?

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

What are the best Zeri runes against Vayne?

The best Zeri runes against Vayne use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 61.5% win rate in the Zeri vs Vayne matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Zeri counter Vayne?

Yes, Zeri has a favorable matchup against Vayne with a 54.5% win rate. Zeri strongly counters Vayne in lane based on current patch 26.4 data.

How do I play Zeri against Vayne?

When playing Zeri against Vayne, 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.