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Neon
44.0% WR
VS
Brimstone
52.0% WR
Who Wins the Neon vs Brimstone Matchup?
Winner
Brimstone
Matches: 25
44.0%
Win Rate
52.0%
1.22
Avg KDA
1.82
16.2
Avg Kills
16.7
17.2
Avg Deaths
15.1
139.0
DMG/Round
151.2
23.5%
HS %
28.5%
220
Combat Score
230
43.8%
Attack WR
44.6%
55.4%
Defense WR
56.2%
Neon vs Brimstone Performance Breakdown
In the Neon vs Brimstone matchup, Brimstone demonstrates complete superiority across all four key performance categories. Based on 25 analyzed matches, Brimstone outperforms Neon in fragging efficiency, damage output, and both attack and defense win rates. This comprehensive advantage makes Brimstone the statistically favored pick when facing Neon in ranked Valorant matches.
Fragging Power
1.22Neon
1.82Brimstone
Brimstone significantly outperforms Neon in fragging efficiency with a 1.82 KDA compared to 1.22. This 0.61 KDA differential indicates that Brimstone players consistently secure more eliminations while dying less frequently, translating to more impactful rounds and better economy management throughout matches.
Damage Output
139.0Neon
151.2Brimstone
Brimstone outputs 151.2 average damage per round, edging out Neon's 139.0 ADR. This consistent damage advantage helps Brimstone secure more assist credits and finish weakened opponents, contributing to overall team success even when not landing the final blow.
Attack Side
43.8%Neon
44.6%Brimstone
Attack-side performance is balanced between these agents, with Neon at 43.8% and Brimstone at 44.6% win rates. Success on attack will depend more on team strategy and map control than individual agent selection.
Defense Side
55.4%Neon
56.2%Brimstone
Both agents perform similarly on defense, with Neon posting a 55.4% win rate and Brimstone at 56.2%. Defensive success in this matchup comes down to crosshair placement, utility timing, and team communication rather than agent-specific advantages.
The Neon vs Brimstone matchup in Valorant is a clear advantage for one side. Based on 25 competitive matches analyzed, Brimstone wins 52.0% of the time compared to Neon's 44.0%, a 8.0 percentage point difference. The most significant gap is in fragging ability, where Brimstone consistently outperforms. In this Duelist vs Controller matchup, Brimstone dominates this matchup statistically. Brimstone can confidently take 1v1 duels, while Neon should focus on playing with teammates, using utility to create advantages, and avoiding direct confrontations.
Neon vs Brimstone Fragging Analysis
Brimstone achieves a clean sweep in the fragging department, winning all five combat metrics against Neon in the Neon vs Brimstone matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that Brimstone holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 25 competitive matches, Brimstone players can approach duels against Neon with confidence, while Neon players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on utility-based contributions, information gathering, and team coordination to remain impactful.
Avg KDA
1.22Neon
1.82Brimstone
The KDA disparity between Brimstone and Neon is substantial: 1.82 versus 1.22, a commanding 0.61 point difference that reveals Brimstone's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 25 games shows Brimstone consistently outfragging and outliving Neon in these encounters. For Neon players, the strategic implication is clear: avoid 1v1 gunfights against Brimstone whenever possible. Instead, leverage team utility, information gathering, and multi-person pushes to neutralize Brimstone's mechanical advantage. Playing for trades and crossfires becomes essential rather than optional.
Avg Kills
16.2Neon
16.7Brimstone
Brimstone secures approximately 0.6 more kills per match than Neon in this head-to-head (16.7 vs 16.2). Over the course of a typical 20+ round game, this translates to Brimstone contributing several additional eliminations to their team's efforts. The gap indicates Brimstone's playstyle or kit provides slightly better kill-securing opportunities, though Neon can compensate through superior utility assistance, site anchoring, or clutch performances.
Avg Deaths
17.2Neon
15.1Brimstone
The death disparity between Brimstone and Neon is stark: 15.1 versus 17.2 deaths per game. Neon dies 2.1 more times per match on average, fundamentally impacting their ability to influence rounds. This suggests Neon either takes unfavorable fights against Brimstone or lacks the tools to disengage safely. Neon players must completely rethink their aggression patterns — prioritize information and utility over kills, always have an exit plan, and never take coin-flip duels against Brimstone.
DMG/Round
139.0Neon
151.2Brimstone
Brimstone significantly outdamages Neon in head-to-head encounters, posting 151.2 ADR versus 139.0. This 12.2 damage-per-round advantage means Brimstone consistently wins the damage exchange in firefights, either securing kills outright or leaving opponents weak for teammates to clean up. Neon players should avoid prolonged dueling with Brimstone — 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 %
23.5%Neon
28.5%Brimstone
The headshot percentage disparity between Brimstone and Neon is substantial: 28.5% compared to 23.5%, a 5.0 point difference. Brimstone consistently displays far superior aim precision in this matchup, turning potential trades into clean kills and surviving encounters that would kill less accurate players. For Neon, challenging Brimstone in a fair aim duel is statistically unwise. Success requires creating unfair fights — off-angles, utility combinations, multi-person pressure — where Brimstone's aim advantage cannot fully manifest.
Neon vs Brimstone Attack and Defense Performance
Attack Side
Brimstone
43.8%
44.6%
Defense Side
Brimstone
55.4%
56.2%
Attack Side Breakdown
The attack-side comparison between Neon and Brimstone reveals near-perfect parity, with Neon winning 43.8% of attacking rounds compared to Brimstone's 44.6%. This negligible 0.7 percentage point difference indicates neither agent possesses inherent advantages when executing onto sites or pushing through chokepoints. When these agents meet on attack, success depends almost entirely on team coordination, execute timing, and individual mechanical skill rather than agent kit superiority.
From a tactical standpoint, neither Neon nor Brimstone should adjust their standard attacking approach based on this matchup. Both agents can run their typical execute patterns, default rotations, and lurk timings without worrying about a statistical disadvantage. The data from 25 matches suggests that whichever player has better game sense, utility timing, and raw mechanical aim will win attack-side encounters — there's no agent-based shortcut to victory here.
For entry fragging specifically, both Neon and Brimstone players can confidently take the first duel when executing onto sites. Neither agent's abilities create meaningful first-contact advantages over the other, so entry success comes down to crosshair placement, pre-aim quality, and jiggle-peeking technique. Whether you're playing Neon or Brimstone, approach site entries with the same confidence you'd have in any other matchup.
Neon has favorable matchups against 16 agents and unfavorable matchups against 11 agents in Valorant. Neon's strongest matchup is against Deadlock with a 85.7% win rate. The most challenging matchup is Sage at 28.0% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and performance metrics.
Neon matchup win rates and combat stats in Valorant (Patch 13.02)
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Neon's best matchup is against Deadlock, achieving a 85.7% win rate. Neon excels in this matchup through superior fragging ability and favorable utility interactions.
What is Neon's hardest matchup?
Neon's hardest matchup is against Sage, with only a 28.0% win rate. Against this opponent, Neon should focus on team coordination and utility usage to compensate.
How many favorable matchups does Neon have?
Neon has 16 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 Neon in difficult matchups?
When playing Neon in difficult matchups, prioritize team coordination, utility usage, and crossfires. Avoid isolated 1v1 duels against unfavorable opponents and look for opportunities to use Neon's abilities to create advantages. Adjust your positioning based on whether you're on attack or defense.
What stats matter most in Neon's matchups?
Key stats to analyze in Neon'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 scenarios in this matchup are similarly balanced. Neither agent demonstrates superior spike defense or retake denial capabilities against the other based on our attack-side data. When the spike is down, focus on standard post-plant fundamentals: positioning for crossfires, using utility to delay defuses, and communicating enemy positions to teammates. The 0.7% difference is small enough to be statistical noise rather than a meaningful advantage.
Defense Side Breakdown
Defensive performance between Neon and Brimstone is virtually identical, with Neon holding 55.4% of rounds on CT side and Brimstone at 56.2%. This 0.7 point margin indicates both agents contribute equally when anchoring sites, retaking, or denying post-plants. Neither possesses defensive utility advantages significant enough to swing matchup outcomes.
Both Neon and Brimstone can anchor sites with equal effectiveness in this matchup. Whether holding A, B, or mid on any map, neither agent's defensive kit provides meaningful advantages over the other. Site anchor decisions should be based on map knowledge, team composition needs, and personal preference rather than matchup considerations. The 0.7% difference is too small to influence site assignment choices.
Retake scenarios are similarly balanced between Neon and Brimstone. Neither agent demonstrates superior retake utility, post-plant clearing ability, or clutch potential against the other based on our defensive data from 25 matches. When retaking against either agent, focus on standard retake fundamentals: utility to clear common spots, coordinated timing with teammates, and trading effectively. Don't adjust your retake approach based on whether you're facing Neon or Brimstone.
Economy decisions and utility usage shouldn't change based on this specific matchup during defense. Both agents have comparable force buy success rates, full buy conversion, and utility effectiveness against each other. Make economy calls based on team needs and general defensive principles rather than Neon vs Brimstone specific considerations. Your standard defensive utility timing and placement will be equally effective regardless of which agent you're facing.
Overall Side Analysis
Brimstone maintains a consistent but slim advantage across both sides of the map in this matchup, with 44.6% attack win rate and 56.2% defense win rate. While Brimstone is statistically favored regardless of map side, the margins are close enough that Neon remains highly competitive and can win games through strong individual performance.
Map choice and team composition have minimal impact on this specific matchup outcome. Both agents perform similarly across attack-sided, defense-sided, and balanced maps. Pick based on personal comfort, team needs, and broader composition considerations rather than Neon vs Brimstone specific factors. The slight Brimstone advantage doesn't change based on external factors.
For ranked climbing, don't overthink this matchup. The statistical differences are small enough that individual skill, team coordination, and game sense remain the primary factors determining outcomes. Focus on improving your fundamentals on either agent rather than trying to gain edges through matchup knowledge. Both Neon and Brimstone are viable ranked picks with minimal matchup disadvantage.
Bottom line: this is one of the more balanced agent matchups in Valorant. Brimstone has a slight statistical edge, but Neon is absolutely viable and can win through skill. If you're comfortable on Neon, don't switch to Brimstone just for this matchup — the difference is too small to justify changing your agent pool.
Duelist vs Controller Dynamics
The Duelist (Neon) vs Controller (Brimstone) dynamic creates asymmetric encounters where each agent brings fundamentally different tools to engagements. Neon's Duelist abilities serve different purposes than Brimstone's Controller kit, meaning direct fights often feature non-equivalent utility exchanges.
Understanding how Duelist abilities interact with Controller counterplay is essential for maximizing your agent's potential. Neon's Duelist toolkit may excel at certain aspects while Brimstone's Controller kit counters others. The Brimstone advantage suggests their role's capabilities translate better to winning these cross-role encounters on average.
Neon vs Brimstone matchup guide: Brimstone leads with a 52.0% win rate, but Neon can still win. Learn the combat stats and strategies to turn this 25-match dataset into ranked wins.
