Malphite vs Jayce TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malphite vs Jayce

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Malphite should focus on surviving early poke and armor stacking to blunt Jayce's physical damage and ranged harassment.
Prioritize a stable lane state to reach level 6 where (R) becomes a game-changing engage tool for teamfights and kill setups.

Trading pattern

Take low-risk trades when passive shield is up and Jayce's hammer form engage (Q) is on cooldown.
Use (E) to reduce Jayce's attack speed and auto-attack damage during trades.
Avoid committing when (R) is down or mana is low to prevent losing lane pressure.

Danger windows

Jayce is most dangerous when his cannon (Q) is empowered through (E), enabling strong poke and lane control.
Avoid extended trades when Jayce's hammer form (Q) and (E) knockback are available for burst or disengage.
Be cautious after (R) engage is used without follow-up or objective payoff, as Malphite's threat diminishes.

Early game

Avoid extended trades before armor and cooldowns matter to minimize poke damage from Jayce's ranged (Q) and (E).
Use (Q) poke sparingly to conserve mana and only when Jayce's key cooldowns are down.
Stay behind minions to reduce damage from Jayce's empowered (Q) through (E) poke.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) to initiate fights or ganks with guaranteed knockup and coordinate follow-up.
After first armor item, increase armor stacking to blunt Jayce's physical poke and auto attacks.
Respect Jayce's first damage item spike where his poke and burst become more punishing; avoid unnecessary trades during this window.

Win conditions

Survive early poke and stack armor to blunt Jayce's physical damage and auto attacks.
Use level 6 (R) to create kill setups or force objectives with reliable engage.
Focus on grouped mid-game fights where (R) can decisively swing teamfights in your favor.