How to find the perfect CS2 sensitivity

Adjusting CS2 sensitivity is a great first step to climbing the competitive leaderboards.

Good mouse settings are the bread and butter of CS2. No amount of practice can compensate for messed-up or unoptimized mouse settings. While many players can get by with copying the best CS2 video settings, the same approach doesn’t work for mouse sensitivity.

Sensitivity is subjective and differs for each individual.  What feels right for a pro player may be extremely offputting for a novice player, no matter how much they practice. It’s all about finding the right vibes to stay competitive. New players may not know where to start with mouse sensitivity in CS2, especially given all the complicated settings.

Here are some ways to find the best CS2 sensitivity settings.

How to find the perfect CS2 sensitivity

There are many complex methods to find the perfect sensitivity. 

The eDPI method

The first method requires a basic understanding of eDPI (effective Dots per Inch). The metric helps standardize mouse sensitivity by combining a player’s DPI (dots per inch) with their in-game sensitivity. It allows for an apples-to-apples comparison of sensitivity settings across different setups, regardless of the mouse or hardware used.

To get an accurate eDPI value, players can multiply their mouse DPI with in-game sensitivity. If a player’s mouse DPI is 800 and their in-game sensitivity is 1.2, their eDPI would be 800 × 1.2 = 960. On average, CS2 pros prefer to keep their eDPI between 600 and 1000, making it reasonable to consider this range as ideal. To achieve this eDPI, players can simply divide their target eDPI by their mouse DPI to determine the in-game sensitivity they should use.

Set up like S1mple – WITH CFG!

Trial and Error

The next method may work for players who have never played CS2 and want to get a headstart. Those familiar with the Aimbotz server or other practice modes should consider fine-tuning their sensitivity through direct trial and error. In CS2, low sensitivity is often considered better than high sensitivity due to complex spray patterns.

Players prefer sensitivity under 1.5 to have more spray control to achieve higher accuracy. So, while testing sensitivities, start from low and then go up, stopping at a number that works best. Those who rely on their movement tactics may want to stick with higher sensitivity, so their line-of-sight can keep up.

Porting sensitivity settings from other shooters

The easiest method is to use third-party sensitivity converters to transfer sensitivity settings from other shooter games to CS2. Some in-game adjustments may be necessary, as movement mechanics can differ between games. Players may use Aimlabs’ sensitivity converter to get accurate results.

Simply open the website and fill in the required fields. The website will ask for the origin game and preferred sensitivity in the said game. Select the target game as well to get the best CS2 sensitivity.

Best CS2 sensitivity options

Finding the perfect CS2 sensitivity can take some time. Players who are struggling to find the ideal settings may use these pro settings as a baseline:

For riflers:

• ropz: DPI: 400 Sensitivity: 1.77 eDPI: 708
• Donk: DPI: 800 Sensitivity: 1.25 eDPI: 1000
• Twistzz: DPI: 400 Sensitivity: 1.59 eDPI: 636

For AWPers:

• m0NESY: DPI: 400 Sensitivity: 2 eDPI: 800
• broky: DPI: 400, Sensitivity: 1.9 eDPI: 760
• s1mple: DPI: 400 Sensitivity: 3.09 eDPI: 1236

It’s a good idea to start by testing these settings in a practice server and adjust them to personal preference. This is the best way for players to find their ideal sensitivity without getting caught up in complicated calculations.

How to set CS2 sensitivity

In-game mouse settings in CS2 are pretty simple. There are four setting options:

• Reverse Mouse
• Zoom Button Hold
• Mouse Sensitivity
• Zoom Sensitivity Multiplier

But, players only need to be concerned about sensitivity and zoom sensitivity in multiplayer. The latter refers to the sensitivity of the player’s mouse while using a scoped weapon, such as AWP. It adjusts how quickly the crosshair moves when the player is zoomed in, which can differ from the sensitivity used when not zoomed.

By default, the zoom sensitivity is often set lower than regular sensitivity to provide more precision while aiming down sights, especially with weapons that require precise, long-range shots. Players who religiously do AWPing in CS2 may tweak this slider as well, though, most players like to keep it at default 1.0.

Higher sensitivity settings enable quicker movements with less physical effort. Lower sensitivity settings offer greater precision for aiming control. Use these as benchmarks for different playstyle preferences.

Here’s how to find the sensitivity slider in CS2

• Launch the game and go to the Main Menu.
• Click on Settings
• Go to the Keyboard/Mouse tab.
• Under Mouse Settings, look for the Sensitivity slider.
• Adjust the slider to the preferred sensitivity.

To change it from config:

• Locate the autoexec.cfg or config.cfg file. Typically, this is the path: Steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike Global Offensive/cs2/cfg .
• Open the file with a text editor.
• Add or modify the line: sensitivity (X). Replace X with the preferred value.
• Save the file and restart the game.

DPI can be adjusted depending on the mouse model. Most models have small buttons on the body that allow DPI changes, like those on Logitech, Razer, or other popular gaming brands. Some mice may require software installation to adjust DPI settings. It’s recommended to first settle on a comfortable DPI and then fine-tune the in-game sensitivity.