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Cypher
33.3% WR
VS
Veto
66.7% WR
Who Wins the Cypher vs Veto Matchup?
Winner
Veto
Matches: 9
33.3%
Win Rate
66.7%
1.36
Avg KDA
1.28
15.2
Avg Kills
16.4
13.4
Avg Deaths
14.7
134.8
DMG/Round
153.1
34.2%
HS %
35.1%
201
Combat Score
224
36.3%
Attack WR
46.8%
53.2%
Defense WR
63.7%
Cypher vs Veto Performance Breakdown
Analysis of 9 matches reveals that Veto holds a clear advantage over Cypher in this head-to-head matchup, winning 3 out of 4 critical performance metrics. While Cypher shows strength in one category, Veto's overall statistical edge across fragging, damage, and side-specific win rates gives them the upper hand in most engagements.
Fragging Power
1.36Cypher
1.28Veto
Fragging capabilities are closely matched between Cypher and Veto, with KDA ratios of 1.36 and 1.28 respectively. This near-parity means mechanical skill and positioning will often determine which agent comes out ahead in direct duels.
Damage Output
134.8Cypher
153.1Veto
Veto delivers substantially higher damage per round (153.1 ADR) compared to Cypher's 134.8 ADR. This 18.4 damage differential per round adds up significantly over a match, giving Veto a major advantage in trading scenarios and multi-kill potential during site executes or retakes.
Attack Side
36.3%Cypher
46.8%Veto
On the attacking side, Veto dominates with a 46.8% win rate compared to Cypher's 36.3%. This 10.5 percentage point gap indicates Veto is significantly more effective at executing onto sites, whether through superior entry fragging, better utility usage for site takes, or stronger post-plant positioning.
Defense Side
53.2%Cypher
63.7%Veto
Veto excels on the defensive half with a commanding 63.7% win rate, far surpassing Cypher's 53.2%. This 10.5 percentage point advantage demonstrates Veto's superior ability to anchor sites, gather information, and deny enemy executes through effective utility and positioning.
The Cypher vs Veto matchup in Valorant is a dominant matchup where one agent significantly outperforms. Based on 9 competitive matches analyzed, Veto wins 66.7% of the time compared to Cypher's 33.3%, a 33.3 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in attack-side performance, where Veto consistently outperforms. In this Sentinel vs Sentinel matchup, Veto has overwhelming superiority in this agent matchup. Cypher should never take isolated fights against Veto and must rely entirely on team coordination, utility, and crossfires to compete effectively.
Cypher vs Veto Fragging Analysis
Veto edges out Cypher in a competitive fragging comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in kill production, damage output, headshot accuracy. With only a 3-2 margin based on 9 matches analyzed, this Cypher vs Veto matchup remains contestable for both sides. Cypher shouldn't feel outgunned — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in Cypher's favor.
Avg KDA
1.36Cypher
1.28Veto
The KDA comparison between Cypher and Veto reveals an exceptionally tight contest, with Cypher averaging 1.36 and Veto posting 1.28. This razor-thin margin of just 0.08 demonstrates that neither agent has a systematic fragging advantage in this matchup. When facing each other in ranked games, success depends almost entirely on individual player mechanics, crosshair placement, and split-second decision making rather than any inherent agent kit advantage. Players on either side should approach these duels with confidence, knowing the statistical playing field is level.
Avg Kills
15.2Cypher
16.4Veto
Veto secures approximately 1.2 more kills per match than Cypher in this head-to-head (16.4 vs 15.2). Over the course of a typical 20+ round game, this translates to Veto contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Veto's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Cypher can compensate through superior utility assistance, site anchoring, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
13.4Cypher
14.7Veto
Cypher demonstrates markedly better survivability against Veto, recording 13.4 deaths per game versus 14.7. Dying nearly 1.2 fewer times per match gives Cypher significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in clutch rounds, and more economic stability from staying alive. Veto players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
DMG/Round
134.8Cypher
153.1Veto
Veto significantly outdamages Cypher in head-to-head encounters, posting 153.1 ADR versus 134.8. This 18.4 damage-per-round advantage means Veto consistently wins the damage exchange in firefights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Cypher players should avoid prolonged dueling with Veto — instead, look for quick picks with burst damage weapons or rely on ability damage and team crossfires to compensate for the raw gunfight disadvantage.
HS %
34.2%Cypher
35.1%Veto
Veto lands headshots at a slightly higher rate (35.1% vs 34.2%), providing a modest but meaningful advantage in time-to-kill during duels. This 0.9 percentage point edge translates to Veto more frequently one-tapping or two-tapping opponents before Cypher can fully react. Cypher players should counter this by avoiding predictable angle holds, using movement to throw off Veto's crosshair placement, and prefiring common positions to negate the accuracy gap.
Cypher vs Veto Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Veto
36.3%
46.8%
Defense Side
Veto
53.2%
63.7%
Attack Side Breakdown
The attack-side performance gap between Veto and Cypher is dramatic: 46.8% versus 36.3%, a commanding 10.5 percentage point advantage. Veto dominates offensive scenarios in this matchup to a degree that requires Cypher to fundamentally change their approach to attack-side play.
Our analysis of 9 competitive matches reveals Veto has overwhelming attack-side superiority in every measurable category. Site executions, entry success, post-plant conversion, and mid-round adaptability all massively favor Veto. This isn't a gap that Cypher can overcome through practice or "playing better" — it's a structural matchup disadvantage. Cypher teams must build their entire attack strategy around protecting Cypher from direct Veto engagement: give Cypher lurk roles, put them in trade positions rather than entry, and design executes where Cypher's weaknesses are covered by teammate utility.
Under no circumstances should Cypher take entry duels against Veto. The 10.5% attack gap makes entry fragging against Veto one of the lowest-percentage plays in Valorant. Cypher must exclusively play support roles on attack: flash for teammates, smoke for executes, trade after entries, or create map pressure through lurks that don't involve Veto confrontation. Veto should actively hunt Cypher entries, knowing the statistical advantage is overwhelming.
Cypher has favorable matchups against 9 agents and unfavorable matchups against 16 agents in Valorant. Cypher's strongest matchup is against Waylay with a 66.7% win rate. The most challenging matchup is Miks at 0.0% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and performance metrics.
Cypher matchup win rates and combat stats in Valorant (Patch 13.02)
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Cypher's best matchup is against Waylay, achieving a 66.7% win rate. Cypher excels in this matchup through superior fragging ability and favorable utility interactions.
What is Cypher's hardest matchup?
Cypher's hardest matchup is against Miks, with only a 0.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Cypher should focus on team coordination and utility usage to compensate.
How many favorable matchups does Cypher have?
Cypher has 9 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 16 unfavorable matchups in Valorant. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better agent picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Cypher in difficult matchups?
When playing Cypher in difficult matchups, prioritize team coordination, utility usage, and crossfires. Avoid isolated 1v1 duels against unfavorable opponents and look for opportunities to use Cypher's abilities to create advantages. Adjust your positioning based on whether you're on attack or defense.
What stats matter most in Cypher's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Cypher's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average damage per round, and attack/defense win rates. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more supportively and relying on team trades.
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Cypher's post-plant conversion rate against Veto is catastrophic. The data shows Cypher fails to hold spike plants at a dramatically higher rate than Veto. Never leave Cypher alone post-plant — they need constant teammate support, crossfire setups, and utility coordination to have any chance of winning these scenarios. Consider not planting at all if Cypher is the only survivor. Veto should play extremely confidently in post-plants, knowing Cypher struggles to convert even favorable positions.
Defense Side Breakdown
The defensive disparity between Veto and Cypher is substantial: 63.7% versus 53.2%, a 10.5 point chasm. Veto absolutely dominates CT side in this matchup — their site holds are significantly harder to break, their retake contributions more impactful, and their defensive utility more effective at every level.
Cypher cannot be trusted with traditional site anchor responsibilities against Veto. The 10.5% defensive gap is too large to overcome through positioning or individual skill. Teams must protect Cypher: pair them with multiple teammates, give them off-site lurk positions, or have them rotate immediately when Veto's presence is identified on their site. Veto should aggressively anchor the most difficult sites on any map, knowing their defensive capability is overwhelming.
Cypher should avoid retake scenarios against Veto entirely when possible. The data from 9 matches shows Cypher's retake conversion rate against Veto is dramatically lower than average. If Cypher must retake, require 3+ player numbers advantage and full utility coordination. Veto should play post-plant positions knowing Cypher lacks the capability to effectively contest them. In clutch scenarios, Veto wins at overwhelming rates.
Economy decisions for Cypher must account for their defensive inadequacy. Force buying against Veto is essentially throwing away credits — the defensive gap makes partial buys nearly unwinnable. Cypher should always advocate for full saves, building toward rounds where team utility can compensate for their individual defensive weakness. Veto can confidently force and half-buy, knowing their defensive advantages persist across all economy states.
Overall Side Analysis
Veto demonstrates commanding superiority on both attack (46.8%) and defense (63.7%), comprehensively outperforming Cypher across all phases of the game. Based on our analysis of 9 competitive matches, this is one of the more one-sided agent matchups in Valorant, with Veto holding advantages at every stage.
Map selection and team composition cannot fix Cypher's disadvantage in this matchup. Veto outperforms across all map types and team structures. If you're playing Cypher into Veto, your team composition needs to compensate heavily: strong fragging agents to carry Cypher's weight, utility-heavy supports to cover their positioning, and coordination to avoid leaving Cypher in isolated Veto encounters.
For ranked climbing, avoid playing Cypher when you expect to face Veto frequently. The 21.1 combined percentage point disadvantage across both sides is too large to overcome through individual skill improvement. If Veto is meta in your rank bracket, strongly consider adding them to your agent pool or playing agents that have more neutral matchups.
Final verdict: Veto decisively wins the Cypher vs Veto matchup. This isn't a skill check or a "play better" situation — Veto has systematic advantages that manifest across thousands of games. Cypher players facing Veto should adjust expectations, play more supportively, and recognize that direct confrontations are statistically unfavorable at every stage of the game.
Sentinel vs Sentinel Dynamics
Both Cypher and Veto fill the Sentinel role in Valorant team compositions. This role mirror means teams won't face composition issues from having both agents — the question is purely which Sentinel performs better in direct competition. Our data clearly indicates Veto is the stronger Sentinel pick when these agents face each other.
In Sentinel vs Sentinel encounters, similar ability timing and usage patterns mean both agents often use their kits in comparable ways. The winner typically comes down to which player uses their abilities more efficiently and wins the mechanical duels that follow. Veto's statistical advantage suggests their specific Sentinel kit translates slightly better to winning these mirror encounters.
Cypher vs Veto matchup guide: Veto leads with a 66.7% win rate, but Cypher can still win. Learn the combat stats and strategies to turn this 9-match dataset into ranked wins.
