Understanding Rank Distribution in League of Legends
Every year, millions of players participate in the competitive grind of League of Legends, striving to reach the prestigious Challenger rank. While many players find themselves in the lower tiers, the excitement of achieving Gold rank is equally fulfilling. But have you ever wondered where you stand among other players in the game? Let’s dive into the rank distribution in League of Legends.
In League of Legends, players are divided into ten different ranks in the solo queue standings. These ranks, listed from highest to lowest, are: Challenger, Grandmaster, Master, Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Iron.
Ranking up and down within these tiers depends on your performance in ranked games. The more victories you achieve, the faster you climb the ranks.
Rank Distribution Breakdown
Let’s take a look at the rank distribution percentages in both solo and flex queues:
Solo Queue Rank Distribution:
| Rank | Distribution Percentage |
|---|---|
| Challenger | 0.020% |
| Grandmaster | 0.047% |
| Master | 0.47% |
| Diamond | 2.7% |
| Emerald | 11% |
| Platinum | 16% |
| Gold | 19% |
| Silver | 19% |
| Bronze | 20% |
| Iron | 7.8% |
Flex Queue Rank Distribution:
| Rank | Distribution Percentage |
|---|---|
| Challenger | 0.0087% |
| Grandmaster | 0.018% |
| Master | 0.2% |
| Diamond | 2.3% |
| Emerald | 8.7% |
| Platinum | 14% |
| Gold | 19% |
| Silver | 20% |
| Bronze | 24% |
| Iron | 9.7% |
Only a small percentage of players reach the Challenger, Grandmaster, and Master tiers, while the majority of players can be found in the Bronze, Silver, and Gold ranks. In fact, 58% of players are spread across these three ranks. The Platinum rank serves as a halfway point between the lower and upper ranks, but there is a significant disparity in player population between the two ends.
So the next time you find yourself playing with different players in consecutive games, remember that there are many others sharing the same rank in the vast League of Legends community.
Note: These rank distribution numbers are accurate as of Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023.
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