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Deadlock
43.2% WR
VS
Fade
56.8% WR
Who Wins the Deadlock vs Fade Matchup?
Winner
Fade
Matches: 37
43.2%
Win Rate
56.8%
1.21
Avg KDA
1.50
14.4
Avg Kills
14.6
15.3
Avg Deaths
13.8
124.9
DMG/Round
128.4
35.0%
HS %
32.4%
190
Combat Score
193
45.5%
Attack WR
51.5%
48.5%
Defense WR
54.5%
Deadlock vs Fade Performance Breakdown
In the Deadlock vs Fade matchup, Fade demonstrates complete superiority across all four key performance categories. Based on 37 analyzed matches, Fade outperforms Deadlock in fragging efficiency, damage output, and both attack and defense win rates. This comprehensive advantage makes Fade the statistically favored pick when facing Deadlock in ranked Valorant matches.
Fragging Power
1.21Deadlock
1.50Fade
Fade maintains a noticeable fragging advantage with a 1.50 KDA versus Deadlock's 1.21. This difference in kill-death-assist ratio suggests Fade players are more reliable in clutch situations and contribute more consistently to round wins through individual playmaking.
Damage Output
124.9Deadlock
128.4Fade
Damage output is evenly distributed in this matchup, with Deadlock averaging 124.9 ADR and Fade at 128.4 ADR. Neither agent holds a decisive firepower advantage, making utility usage and team coordination the key differentiators.
Attack Side
45.5%Deadlock
51.5%Fade
On the attacking side, Fade dominates with a 51.5% win rate compared to Deadlock's 45.5%. This 6.0 percentage point gap indicates Fade 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
48.5%Deadlock
54.5%Fade
Fade excels on the defensive half with a commanding 54.5% win rate, far surpassing Deadlock's 48.5%. This 6.0 percentage point advantage demonstrates Fade's superior ability to anchor sites, gather information, and deny enemy executes through effective utility and positioning.
The Deadlock vs Fade matchup in Valorant is a dominant matchup where one agent significantly outperforms. Based on 37 competitive matches analyzed, Fade wins 56.8% of the time compared to Deadlock's 43.2%, a 13.5 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in fragging ability, where Fade consistently outperforms. In this Sentinel vs Initiator matchup, Fade has overwhelming superiority in this agent matchup. Deadlock should never take isolated fights against Fade and must rely entirely on team coordination, utility, and crossfires to compete effectively.
Deadlock vs Fade Fragging Analysis
Fade claims 4 out of 5 fragging metrics in the Deadlock vs Fade matchup, establishing clear mechanical superiority with advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. Our analysis of 37 ranked games reveals Fade consistently outperforms Deadlock in direct combat scenarios. While Deadlock manages to win the remaining metric, the overall picture favors Fade in gunfights. Deadlock players should play around their one strength while minimizing exposure in areas where Fade dominates.
Avg KDA
1.21Deadlock
1.50Fade
Fade demonstrates noticeably stronger kill-death-assist performance against Deadlock, maintaining a 1.50 KDA versus 1.21. This 0.29 point gap reflects Fade's superior ability to secure eliminations while avoiding death in these head-to-head encounters. Deadlock players facing Fade should prioritize team coordination over solo aggression — look for 2v1 situations, coordinate utility usage with teammates, and focus on trading rather than taking isolated duels where Fade's statistical advantage becomes most pronounced.
Avg Kills
14.4Deadlock
14.6Fade
Kill production between Deadlock and Fade is virtually identical, with Deadlock averaging 14.4 kills per game and Fade securing 14.6. This parity suggests both agents are equally capable of finding frags in this matchup, and round outcomes depend more heavily on objective play, utility usage, and team coordination than raw elimination numbers. Players should focus on impactful kills — entries, clutch situations, and trading — rather than simply padding their kill count.
Avg Deaths
15.3Deadlock
13.8Fade
Fade demonstrates markedly better survivability against Deadlock, recording 13.8 deaths per game versus 15.3. Dying nearly 1.5 fewer times per match gives Fade significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in clutch rounds, and more economic stability from staying alive. Deadlock players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
DMG/Round
124.9Deadlock
128.4Fade
Fade applies 3.5 more damage per round than Deadlock in this matchup (128.4 vs 124.9 ADR). While not overwhelming, this gap compounds meaningfully over a full match: Fade contributes noticeably more chip damage, assists, and near-kills that set up teammates. Deadlock can close this gap through better trading patterns, ensuring their damage leads to actual eliminations rather than just tagging opponents who then escape or get healed.
HS %
35.0%Deadlock
32.4%Fade
Deadlock demonstrates notably superior headshot accuracy against Fade: 35.0% versus 32.4%. This 2.6 percentage point gap in precision means Deadlock ends gunfights faster, conserves more ammo, and wins more 50-50 duels where both players see each other simultaneously. Fade faces a real disadvantage in aim duels and should compensate through utility, positioning, or weapon choices that don't require headshot precision (shotguns, Odin spraying through smokes, etc.).
Deadlock vs Fade Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Fade
45.5%
51.5%
Defense Side
Fade
48.5%
54.5%
Attack Side Breakdown
Fade holds a meaningful attack-side advantage in the Deadlock vs Fade matchup, winning 51.5% of offensive rounds compared to 45.5% for Deadlock. This 6.0 percentage point gap translates to real tactical implications that both sides should account for in their attack-side strategies.
Our analysis of 37 matches reveals Fade's kit enables more effective site executions across multiple dimensions. Whether through superior entry tools, better post-plant utility, or stronger mid-round adaptability, Fade consistently converts attack rounds at a higher rate. Deadlock teams need to acknowledge this disadvantage and adjust accordingly — consider running more coordinated executes, prioritizing trades over individual plays, and using utility to create advantages before committing to site takes.
Entry fragging dynamics shift noticeably in Fade's favor in this matchup. When Fade takes the first duel on a site execute, they convert at a meaningfully higher rate than Deadlock. For Deadlock players, this means being more selective about entry timings — wait for utility to clear angles, ensure a teammate is positioned to trade, or look for off-angle entries that negate Fade's advantages. Fade can confidently take entries knowing the data supports aggressive play.
Deadlock has favorable matchups against 11 agents and unfavorable matchups against 11 agents in Valorant. Deadlock's strongest matchup is against Sage with a 72.7% win rate. The most challenging matchup is Breach at 0.0% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and performance metrics.
Deadlock matchup win rates and combat stats in Valorant (Patch 13.02)
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Deadlock's best matchup is against Sage, achieving a 72.7% win rate. Deadlock excels in this matchup through superior fragging ability and favorable utility interactions.
What is Deadlock's hardest matchup?
Deadlock's hardest matchup is against Breach, with only a 0.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Deadlock should focus on team coordination and utility usage to compensate.
How many favorable matchups does Deadlock have?
Deadlock has 11 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 11 unfavorable matchups in Valorant. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better agent picks and adapt your playstyle.
How should I play Deadlock in difficult matchups?
When playing Deadlock in difficult matchups, prioritize team coordination, utility usage, and crossfires. Avoid isolated 1v1 duels against unfavorable opponents and look for opportunities to use Deadlock's abilities to create advantages. Adjust your positioning based on whether you're on attack or defense.
What stats matter most in Deadlock's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Deadlock'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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Post-plant is where Fade's advantage becomes most pronounced. The 6.0% attack-side gap suggests Fade excels at converting spike plants into round wins through superior defuse denial or retake resistance. Deadlock should stack post-plants with multiple players when possible, communicate molly and utility timings precisely, and avoid isolated post-plant positions where Fade's kit advantages become decisive. For Fade, recognize your post-plant strength and play confidently for spike after successful takes.
Defense Side Breakdown
Fade demonstrates notably stronger defensive performance against Deadlock, holding 54.5% of rounds versus 48.5%. This 6.0 point advantage represents meaningful tactical superiority that should influence how both agents approach CT-side play in this matchup.
Site anchor assignments should account for Fade's defensive advantage. Fade can confidently solo anchor sites, knowing their kit enables effective stalling and information gathering. Deadlock should avoid solo anchor positions against Fade — instead, pair with a teammate who can provide support utility, or play positions that allow quick rotates to avoid extended 1v1 holds. When attackers target Deadlock's site with Fade on the execute, expect faster site falls.
Retake scenarios meaningfully favor Fade in this matchup. Our 37 match analysis shows Fade converts retakes at a significantly higher rate, whether through better clearing utility, superior positioning, or stronger clutch mechanics. Deadlock should never attempt solo retakes against Fade — always wait for teammates, coordinate utility, and take the retake together. Fade can confidently take 1vX retakes that Deadlock should avoid.
Economy rounds highlight Fade's defensive advantages. Deadlock should prioritize full saves over force buys when facing Fade, as the defensive utility gap compounds on limited economy. Fade can play more aggressively on eco rounds, pushing for information or early picks knowing their kit provides advantages even without full utility. On full buy rounds, Deadlock should ensure teammate utility covers their defensive gaps.
Overall Side Analysis
Fade demonstrates commanding superiority on both attack (51.5%) and defense (54.5%), comprehensively outperforming Deadlock across all phases of the game. Based on our analysis of 37 competitive matches, this is one of the more one-sided agent matchups in Valorant, with Fade holding advantages at every stage.
Map selection and team composition cannot fix Deadlock's disadvantage in this matchup. Fade outperforms across all map types and team structures. If you're playing Deadlock into Fade, your team composition needs to compensate heavily: strong fragging agents to carry Deadlock's weight, utility-heavy supports to cover their positioning, and coordination to avoid leaving Deadlock in isolated Fade encounters.
For ranked climbing, avoid playing Deadlock when you expect to face Fade frequently. The 12.0 combined percentage point disadvantage across both sides is too large to overcome through individual skill improvement. If Fade is meta in your rank bracket, strongly consider adding them to your agent pool or playing agents that have more neutral matchups.
Final verdict: Fade decisively wins the Deadlock vs Fade matchup. This isn't a skill check or a "play better" situation — Fade has systematic advantages that manifest across thousands of games. Deadlock players facing Fade should adjust expectations, play more supportively, and recognize that direct confrontations are statistically unfavorable at every stage of the game.
Sentinel vs Initiator Dynamics
The Sentinel (Deadlock) vs Initiator (Fade) dynamic creates asymmetric encounters where each agent brings fundamentally different tools to engagements. Deadlock's Sentinel abilities serve different purposes than Fade's Initiator kit, meaning direct fights often feature non-equivalent utility exchanges.
Understanding how Sentinel abilities interact with Initiator counterplay is essential for maximizing your agent's potential. Deadlock's Sentinel toolkit may excel at certain aspects while Fade's Initiator kit counters others. The Fade advantage suggests their role's capabilities translate better to winning these cross-role encounters on average.
52.9%
52.5%
48.5%
56.3%
49.4%
53.5%
53.3%
53.3%
54.1%
45.3%
56.9%
53.5%
44.4%
55.4%
52.1%
56.7%
40.4%
59.5%
51.9%
54.2%
54.5%
Deadlock vs Fade matchup guide: Fade leads with a 56.8% win rate, but Deadlock can still win. Learn the combat stats and strategies to turn this 37-match dataset into ranked wins.
