Malphite Top counters Jax hard (46.4% win rate) based on 1300 games. This matchup is really difficult for Jax players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Jax 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 70%+ in this matchup.
Current meta showdown: Jax (6.7% pick rate, 5th 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 (54.3% win rate) plus optimal itemization Blade of The Ruined King, Trinity Force, Sundered Sky, and Mercury's Treads boosts your chances from 46.4% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Jax faces both matchup (46.36%) and farming disadvantages (5.78 vs 6.31/min). With a 0.53 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Jax outputs more damage (706 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 (53.6%) and KDA (2.50 vs 1.60, 2nd vs 49th place). Jax players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A | Tier | S+ |
| 46.4% | Matchup Winrate | 53.6% |
| 50.51% | Role Winrate | 52.61% |
| #29 | Winrate Rank | #4 |
| 6.7% | Pickrate | 5.3% |
| 1.6 | Average KDA | 2.5 |
| 416 | Gold per Minute | 394 |
| 5.78 | CS/Min | 6.31 |
| 0.34 | Wards per Minute | 0.31 |
| 706 | Damage per Minute | 667 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Jax deals mixed damage - the opponent has fewer options for defense. Meanwhile, Malphite deals primarily magic damage (72.19%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Malphite, ranking 35th (versus 50th for Jax) 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 1.6) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Jax 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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+18 Summoner Spell Haste+10 Item Haste
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Every 4s in combat, your next basic attack on a champion will:Deal bonus magic damage equ…
Charge up a powerful attack against a tower over 3s, while within 600 range of …
After taking damage from an enemy champion, heal for 4% of your missing health …
Absorb life essence from monsters or enemy minions that die near you, permanent…
Hitting an enemy champion with an ability permanently increases your maximum ma…
Gain bonuses upon reaching the following levels:Level 5: +5 Ability Haste Level…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
