CS2 guide
Best cm/360 for CS2.
CS2 rewards crosshair placement, small corrections, and predictable movement. There is no universal setting for everyone, so use cm/360 to find a controlled starting point and then test it under real match pressure.
Practical Starting Ranges
Counter-Strike has slower time-to-kill pressure, recoil control, and many narrow angle fights. A lower raw sensitivity is not automatically better, but the setting should make small corrections repeatable.
| Range | Feel | Good for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 to 40 cm | Fast | Wide clears, fast turns, smaller mousepads | Pixel adjustments can feel jumpy |
| 40 to 65 cm | Balanced | Rifling, angle holding, spray control | May need arm movement for sharp turns |
| 65 to 85+ cm | Slow | Stable taps, narrow holds, controlled micro-corrections | Quick clears and flash turns can feel heavy |
CS2 Sensitivity Examples At 800 DPI
These examples convert target cm/360 into CS2 sensitivity at 800 DPI. Use them as checkpoints, then use the calculator if your DPI is different.
| Target cm/360 | CS2 sens | CS2 eDPI |
|---|---|---|
| 25 cm | 2.078 | 1662 |
| 40 cm | 1.299 | 1039 |
| 52 cm | 0.999 | 799 |
| 65 cm | 0.799 | 639 |
| 80 cm | 0.649 | 519 |
How To Test A CS2 Sensitivity
- Check whether you can clear common angles without lifting too often.
- Spray, counter-strafe, and adjust onto small targets before deciding.
- Keep the same setting for several sessions before judging it too harshly.
- Test pistol micro-corrections separately from rifle spray control.
- If you often die while turning into a second angle, your cm/360 may be too high for your desk space.
A Simple 15-Minute Test
Use the same value for the whole test. The goal is to find repeated problems, not to chase a flawless first impression.
- Five minutes: clear common angles on a map you know well.
- Five minutes: practice counter-strafe taps and small target corrections.
- Five minutes: test spray transfers and wide turns after utility or flashes.
- Adjust by 5 to 10 percent only if the same issue shows up in multiple drills.
Common Mistakes
- Assuming a slow setting is automatically better for rifles.
- Copying a setting without checking mousepad size and lift habits.
- Changing DPI and sensitivity together without calculating the final cm/360.
- Judging a new value after one match instead of testing consistent scenarios.
Convert From Valorant
If you are moving from Valorant, start with the Valorant to CS2 converter. If the result feels too heavy for fast peeks, lower your cm/360 slightly by raising sensitivity in small steps. For direct calculations, use the CS2 eDPI calculator and the cm/360 calculator.
Common Questions
What cm/360 should I try first in CS2?
If you have no previous setting, start in the balanced range and test angle clearing, counter-strafing, and spray control before making changes.
Is a slower CS2 sensitivity always better for rifles?
No. Slower settings can help with precision, but they can also make quick clears and flash turns harder if you lack desk space.
How do I know if my CS2 sensitivity is too low?
If you lift the mouse constantly, struggle to clear wide angles, or cannot react to targets outside your crosshair placement, test a slightly lower cm/360.
Is CS2 eDPI enough to compare settings?
CS2 eDPI is useful inside CS2, but cm/360 is clearer when comparing physical turn distance or converting between games.
How do I convert cm/360 into CS2 sensitivity?
Use the cm/360 calculator with your DPI and CS2 yaw. At 800 DPI, 52 cm/360 is roughly CS2 1.00 sensitivity.
Last reviewed: May 29, 2026.