Aphelios ADC struggles against Xayah (49.1% win rate) based on 1435 games. This matchup can be tricky for Aphelios players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Aphelios ADC vs Xayah ADC in patch 15.15 (25.15), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
Aphelios dominates the meta (10th most popular, 8.4% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Xayah (4.6% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of bot lane's current powerhouses. Identical tiers, different outcomes: Despite matching B-tier ratings, Aphelios struggles with only 49.1% win rate. Xayah's mechanics prove more effective in this particular confrontation. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Press the Attack + Triumph combination (55.9% win rate) plus optimal itemization Yun Tal Wildarrows, Infinity Edge, Mortal Reminder, and Berserker's Greaves boosts your chances from 49.1% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Aphelios faces both matchup (49.10%) and farming disadvantages (6.56 vs 7.84/min). With a 1.28 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Aphelios outputs more damage (810 vs 789/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 Xayah: leads in both matchup win rate (50.9%) and KDA (2.40 vs 2.00, 14th vs 30th place). Aphelios players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B | Tier | B |
| 49.1% | Matchup Winrate | 50.9% |
| 49.71% | Role Winrate | 49.77% |
| #21 | Winrate Rank | #18 |
| 8.4% | Pickrate | 4.6% |
| 2.0 | Average KDA | 2.4 |
| 416 | Gold per Minute | 436 |
| 6.56 | CS/Min | 7.84 |
| 0.26 | Wards per Minute | 0.29 |
| 810 | Damage per Minute | 789 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Aphelios versus Xayah matchup as ADC, 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, Aphelios deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Xayah deals mainly physical damage (96.53%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Xayah, ranking 4th (versus 22nd for Aphelios) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.4 versus 2.0) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Aphelios player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Xayah 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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