Professional Player Settings and Benchmarks

Professional CS2 players use a wide range of settings, but certain patterns emerge. Common eDPI ranges: 240-800, with most pros clustering around 400-600 eDPI. Sensitivity settings vary by player: some play 1.5 at 400 DPI (600 eDPI), others play 1.0 at 600 DPI (600 eDPI). The critical factor is the resultant eDPI, not the individual numbers.

Most pros play 144Hz or 240Hz monitors, with the 240Hz becoming more common among elite players. They maintain 240+ FPS on their target resolution (often 1440p at 240Hz). Few pros use 60Hz or even 144Hz anymore in modern competitive play.

Video settings among pros are nearly universal: Motion Blur OFF, Shadows OFF, V-Sync OFF, FXAA OFF, FPS limit set 1.5-2x monitor refresh rate. This consistency suggests these are optimal competitive settings. Most pros play at 1440p resolution, balancing visibility and FPS.

Crosshair settings vary more widely. Common patterns: small gap (0-3), medium thickness (1-2), bright color (white, cyan, yellow), static rather than dynamic. No center dot is popular, though some pros include one. The consistent pattern: minimal, bright, static crosshairs enabling precise aiming without distraction.