CS2 Mouse Sensitivity Guide: Best DPI and eDPI Settings
What sensitivity should you use in CS2? Learn the ideal DPI, in-game sens and the eDPI range most pros play on, plus how to find your own.
Sensitivity is the single most important aim setting in Counter-Strike 2. Too high and your crosshair overshoots every target, too low and you cannot turn fast enough. The good news: almost every professional plays in a surprisingly narrow range, and you can use it as a starting point.
What is eDPI?
eDPI is the true measure of your sensitivity because it combines your mouse DPI with your in-game sensitivity. Two players with different settings can have identical aim if their eDPI matches.
Best DPI for CS2
Set your mouse to 400 or 800 DPI. These are the values almost every pro uses because they keep the sensor accurate and let you fine tune the rest in game. Higher DPI values add nothing but potential jitter for most sensors.
Recommended sensitivity range
Most competitive players sit between 700 and 1100 eDPI. Use your playstyle to pick a starting point, then adjust in small steps.
| Playstyle | eDPI range | Example at 800 DPI |
|---|---|---|
| Low and precise (AWP, riflers) | 600 to 800 | 0.75 to 1.0 sens |
| Balanced (most players) | 800 to 1000 | 1.0 to 1.25 sens |
| High and aggressive | 1000 to 1200 | 1.25 to 1.5 sens |
How to find your perfect sens
- Set your mouse to 800 DPI.
- Start at 1.0 in-game sensitivity, which is 800 eDPI.
- Play deathmatch and check if you consistently overshoot or undershoot targets.
- Lower the sens slightly if you overshoot, raise it slightly if you cannot turn in time.
- Once a full 180 degree turn feels natural on your mousepad, stop and stick with it.
Frequently asked questions
What DPI do CS2 pros use?
Almost all professional players use 400 or 800 DPI. These keep the mouse sensor accurate, and the final feel is tuned with in-game sensitivity instead of raising DPI.
What is a good eDPI for CS2?
Between 700 and 1100 eDPI suits most players. Lower values favour precise AWPing and rifling, higher values favour aggressive, fast-turning playstyles.