What is eDPI in CS2?
eDPI is the only fair way to compare two players' sensitivity. Here's what it means and what range to aim for.
The definition
eDPI = mouse DPI × in-game sensitivity. It's your "effective DPI" — the true speed of your aim. Two players can have wildly different sens numbers but the same eDPI, and they'll move the crosshair at the same speed.
Example: 400 DPI at 2.2 sens and 800 DPI at 1.1 sens both give an eDPI of 880 — identical aim.
Why it matters
Raw sensitivity is meaningless on its own because it depends on DPI. eDPI cancels that out, which is why pros and stat sites always compare eDPI. It's the number to track when you find a sens you like.
What's a good eDPI for CS2?
- Low (600–800): the pro standard. More arm aim, more precise, easier to hold angles. Most CS2 pros sit here.
- Medium (800–1200): a balance of flick speed and control — great for most players.
- High (1200+): fast and wristy. Easier 180s, harder to be consistent.
The CS2 pro average lands around 800 eDPI (e.g. 400 DPI × 2.0). Lower than you'd expect — lower sens wins duels.
Work out yours
Use the eDPI calculator to get your eDPI, cm/360 and inches/360 in one go — and convert it to other games.