Sensitivity Ranges by Playstyle

Different weapon roles benefit from different sensitivity ranges. AWPers (sniper rifle users) typically prefer lower sensitivity (200-400 eDPI) because sniping rewards precision over speed. Long flick shots benefit from fine mouse control. Professional AWPers like s1mple use 400 eDPI despite lower than typical. Lower sensitivity enables consistent scope positioning and flick accuracy.

Riflers (assault rifle users) use middle range sensitivity (400-800 eDPI). Rifles are versatile, requiring both precision for long-range and speed for medium range. This middle ground enables both capabilities. Most pros settling on standard sensitivity are riflers.

SMG players benefit from higher sensitivity (600-1000 eDPI) because SMG spraying happens at close range where speed matters more than precision. Higher sensitivity enables rapid turn rates to close distance and maintain aim in chaotic close-range engagement.

Lurkers (players playing flanks and off-position) might prefer higher sensitivity to enable quick repositioning. Anchors (players defending fixed positions) might prefer lower sensitivity enabling precise pre-aiming. However, role preferences are secondary to personal comfort—consistency trumps role optimization.