Jhin vs Jinx ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Jhin vs Jinx

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

This lane turns on Jhin's ability to punish Jinx's last-hit attempts with fourth shot burst and (Q) bounce damage.
Jhin wins short trades and lane pressure by holding wave thin and exploiting Jinx's low early agency and no dash.

Trading pattern

Step forward to auto and use fourth shot when Jinx walks up for cannon or melee minions if support can't zone.
Use (Q) bounce through low-health minions to poke Jinx, but avoid wasting fourth shot on minions.
Only use (W) root after Jinx or her support applies CC or damage to ensure reliable follow-up.

Danger windows

Avoid trading when fourth shot is spent and Jinx's support can engage or zone.
Respect (E) root when paired with her support's engage cooldowns.
Be cautious stepping forward if Jinx's support controls brush or the engage zone, as punish windows close.

Early game

Use the first three waves to keep the wave thin and punish Jinx stepping up for low-health minions.
Hold (W) for marked targets after support CC or trap damage to secure short trades.
Avoid pushing past river without trap or support coverage to prevent (E) engage paths.

Power spikes

Fourth shot ready creates a strong last-hit punish window, forcing Jinx to give up low-value CS.
Level 6 (R) adds long-range execute pressure to punish Jinx's low-health recalls or retreat paths.
First completed damage item strengthens fourth-shot trades, enabling recall or plate leads.

Win conditions

Convert fourth-shot lane pressure into health leads that force Jinx recalls or lost plates.
Use traps and (R) to control dragon approaches and punish Jinx's predictable retreat paths.
Leverage early lane agency to deny Jinx free farm and reach safer mid-game scaling windows.