eDPI Calculator
An eDPI calculator computes your effective DPI — the true speed of your mouse cursor — by multiplying your hardware DPI setting by your in-game sensitivity value: eDPI = DPI × in-game sensitivity. Because every game uses a different sensitivity scale, eDPI is the only reliable way to compare mouse setups across players and titles. Two players can have completely different DPI and sensitivity numbers but feel identical in-game if their eDPI matches.
The average competitive FPS player uses 400–800 eDPI. Professional CS2 players typically sit in the 500–1000 eDPI range, while Valorant pros are considerably lower — the average across all active VCT pros in 2026 is roughly 280–350 eDPI, with 47% using 800 DPI paired with a 0.3–0.45 in-game sensitivity. Apex Legends and Fortnite pros tend to run higher at 800–1,500 eDPI because those games reward faster flick movements.
Use this free eDPI calculator to find your number instantly, compare it to our pro player benchmarks, and see which tier you fall into. If you play multiple games, note that eDPI is not portable between titles — a 400 eDPI setup in CS2 feels very different from 400 eDPI in Valorant due to differing yaw values. For cross-game conversions, pair this tool with our sensitivity converter.
What Is a Good eDPI for Gaming?
eDPI is rated on a scale from Ultra-Low (precision snipers and large-pad setups) to Very High (casual and mobile players). Use this table to benchmark your result.
| eDPI Range | Rating |
|---|---|
| < 400 | Ultra-Low |
| 400–800 | Pro |
| 800–1600 | Balanced |
| 1600–3200 | High |
| > 3200 | Very High |
Source: Based on pro player databases (prosettings.net) and published competitive gaming research. eDPI values are game-specific — do not compare across different games.
Pro Player eDPI Examples
| Player | Game | DPI | Sens | eDPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NiKo | CS2 | 400 | 1.585 | 634 |
| s1mple | CS2 | 400 | 3.09 | 1,236 |
| ZywOo | CS2 | 400 | 2.0 | 800 |
| device | CS2 | 400 | 1.0 | 400 |
| sh1ro | CS2 | 400 | 1.8 | 720 |
| ropz | CS2 | 400 | 1.0 | 400 |
| broky | CS2 | 400 | 1.1 | 440 |
| TenZ | Valorant | 800 | 0.408 | 326 |
| Shroud | Valorant | 450 | 0.78 | 351 |
| Sugarfree | Valorant | 1600 | 0.19 | 304 |
| cNed | Valorant | 800 | 0.34 | 272 |
| Derke | Valorant | 800 | 0.29 | 232 |
| Aspas | Valorant | 800 | 0.38 | 304 |
| yay | Valorant | 800 | 0.348 | 278 |
Source: prosettings.net (April 2026). Settings may change — verify current settings before copying.
Best eDPI by Game — CS2, Valorant, Apex & Fortnite
Because each game uses a different sensitivity multiplier, the ideal eDPI range varies by title. Use this table as a starting point, then adjust to match your playstyle and hand speed.
| Game | Casual Range | Competitive Range |
|---|---|---|
| CS2 | 800–1600 | 400–1000 |
| Valorant | 400–900 | 200–450 |
| Apex Legends | 800–2000 | 600–1400 |
| Fortnite | 600–1800 | 400–1200 |
| Overwatch 2 | 800–2000 | 600–1600 |
Source: Aggregated from prosettings.net and dcprosens.com (2026). Pro average is approximate and changes as rosters update.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is eDPI?
eDPI stands for effective DPI. It is calculated by multiplying your mouse's hardware DPI by your in-game sensitivity setting: eDPI = DPI × sensitivity. eDPI gives you a single number that represents your true mouse speed, letting you compare setups across different DPI and sensitivity combinations.
What is a good eDPI for FPS games?
Most professional FPS players use 200–800 eDPI. The majority of CS2 and Valorant pros fall in the 200–600 eDPI range. This low range improves crosshair precision and reduces over-aiming. Casual players typically use 800–1600 eDPI. Values above 3200 are generally considered too high for competitive play.
What is the difference between DPI and eDPI?
DPI (dots per inch) is a hardware setting on your mouse — it controls how many pixels the cursor moves per inch of physical movement. eDPI factors in both your DPI and your in-game sensitivity multiplier. Two players with different DPI settings can have the same eDPI (e.g. 400 DPI × 2.0 sens = 800 eDPI = 800 DPI × 1.0 sens).
Does eDPI vary between games?
Yes. Each game has its own sensitivity scale. CS2's sensitivity is not the same as Valorant's or Overwatch's. The eDPI value is only meaningful within the same game — you cannot directly compare eDPI across different titles unless the games share the same sensitivity multiplier.
How do I lower my eDPI without changing DPI?
Reduce your in-game sensitivity setting. If your eDPI is 1600 and you want to reach 800 eDPI while keeping 800 DPI, set your in-game sensitivity to 1.0. You can also halve your DPI (to 400) and keep your sensitivity the same.
What eDPI do pro CS2 players use?
CS2 pro eDPI values typically range from 160 to 1000. Common examples: NiKo uses ~634 eDPI (400 DPI × 1.585 sens), s1mple uses ~1236 eDPI (400 DPI × 3.09 sens), and ZywOo uses a very low ~185 eDPI in Valorant. Lower eDPI requires more mouse movement but offers greater precision.
Should I use high or low DPI with low sensitivity?
Most pros prefer low DPI (400–800) with higher in-game sensitivity over very high DPI with very low sensitivity. High DPI can introduce sensor rounding artefacts at very low in-game sensitivities. The sweet spot for most gaming mice is 400–1600 DPI with your in-game sensitivity adjusted to reach your target eDPI.
What is a good eDPI for Valorant?
The optimal eDPI range for Valorant is 200–450. Analysis of all active VCT Americas, EMEA, and Pacific pros in 2026 shows that 47% use 800 DPI and the most common in-game sensitivity is 0.3–0.5, producing an eDPI of 240–400. A reliable starting point is 280 eDPI (800 DPI × 0.35 sens). Valorant uses a yaw value of 0.07 — different from CS2's 0.022 — so you cannot copy CS2 sensitivity numbers directly.
How do I convert my eDPI between different games?
eDPI cannot be directly compared across games because each game uses a different sensitivity multiplier (yaw value). To convert from CS2 to Valorant, multiply your CS2 sensitivity by 0.314. To convert from Valorant to Apex Legends, multiply by 3.18. For accurate conversions, use a sensitivity converter tool and target the same cm/360 (centimetres of mouse movement per full 360° rotation) — not the same eDPI number.
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