Malphite Top performs well against Gnar (53.8% win rate) based on 760 games. This matchup works well for Malphite players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Malphite Top vs Gnar Top in patch 15.24 (25.24), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 80.8% in this matchup.
Malphite dominates the meta (2nd most popular, 7.8% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Gnar (3.2% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of top lane's current powerhouses. Meta strength confirmed: Malphite's superior tier rating (S+ vs B) translates into a solid 53.8% matchup win rate. This performance explains why Malphite ranks 1st in win rate among Top champions. Malphite shows excellent consistency, combining a strong 53.0% overall win rate with matchup success. Optimize for consistency: Arcane Comet paired with Manaflow Band (63.2% win rate, 12.7% popularity) provides the stats you need, while the item sequence Sunfire Aegis > Kaenic Rookern > Frozen Heart with Plated Steelcaps delivers 80.8% win rate against Gnar.
Lane dominance: Malphite not only wins the matchup but crushes CS (6.53/min vs 6.32 for Gnar). This 0.21 CS/min advantage generates significant gold leads that compound your already favorable position. Quality over quantity: Malphite wins through smart play rather than raw damage - despite lower DPS (679 vs 888/min), the 53.8% win rate shows superior utility, positioning, and team fight impact. Statistical dominance: Malphite leads in both matchup win rate (53.8%) and KDA (2.60 vs 1.90) - complete superiority across all metrics.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S+ | Tier | B |
| 53.8% | Matchup Winrate | 46.2% |
| 53.01% | Role Winrate | 49.17% |
| #1 | Winrate Rank | #46 |
| 7.8% | Pickrate | 3.2% |
| 2.6 | Average KDA | 1.9 |
| 395 | Gold per Minute | 415 |
| 6.53 | CS/Min | 6.32 |
| 0.27 | Wards per Minute | 0.29 |
| 679 | Damage per Minute | 888 |
The Malphite versus Gnar matchup in the top lane is favorable with proper positioning. Use your statistical advantage and prevent the opponent from realizing their potential.
The magic damage that Malphite deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Gnar deals mainly physical damage (79.45%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
An important advantage of Malphite is higher farming statistics (ranked 31st among role champions) (versus 43rd for Gnar), which provides a stable gold advantage in extended games and allows faster access to key items. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (1.9 versus 2.6) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
Despite the statistical advantage in the matchup, overconfidence can be the main mistake. It is important for the Malphite player to maintain constant pressure on Gnar, not allowing the opponent to safely scale up, and actively use the advantage gained to help their team.
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Gain bonuses upon reaching the following levels:Level 5: +5 Ability Haste Level…
Your next damaging ability hit sets champions on fire dealing 20 - 40 bonus mag…
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