Aatrox Top has trouble against Malphite (48.3% win rate) based on 1663 games. This is a tough matchup for Aatrox players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Aatrox Top vs Malphite Top in patch 15.18 (25.18), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 62.3% in this matchup.
Current meta showdown: Aatrox (8.3% pick rate, 2nd most popular out of 63 Top champions) versus Malphite (5.3%, 8th place). These two top lane titans clash constantly, making matchup mastery a decisive factor in your climb. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Grasp of the Undying + Demolish combination (61.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Hubris, Sundered Sky, Voltaic Cyclosword, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 48.3% to 62.3% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Aatrox faces both matchup (48.32%) and farming disadvantages (6.07 vs 6.31/min). With a 0.24 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Aatrox outputs more damage (799 vs 667/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Complete dominance by Malphite: leads in both matchup win rate (51.7%) and KDA (2.50 vs 1.90, 2nd vs 31st place). Aatrox players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B | Tier | S+ |
| 48.3% | Matchup Winrate | 51.7% |
| 49.23% | Role Winrate | 52.61% |
| #49 | Winrate Rank | #4 |
| 8.3% | Pickrate | 5.3% |
| 1.9 | Average KDA | 2.5 |
| 405 | Gold per Minute | 394 |
| 6.07 | CS/Min | 6.31 |
| 0.27 | Wards per Minute | 0.31 |
| 799 | Damage per Minute | 667 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Aatrox versus Malphite matchup in the top lane, neither champion has an overwhelming advantage. The winner is determined by player skill and understanding the intricacies of the confrontation. Studying this guide will improve your chances of success.
Except for rare builds, Aatrox deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Meanwhile, Malphite deals primarily magic damage (72.19%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Malphite, ranking 35th (versus 42nd for Aatrox) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.5 versus 1.9) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Aatrox player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Malphite player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
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Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
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Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
