My Valorant sensitivity is 0.375 — what is my CS2 equivalent?

0.375 × 3.18 = 1.19 (CS2 sensitivity at the same DPI). For context: at 800 DPI, Valorant 0.375 produces approximately 48 cm/360. The same cm/360 in CS2 requires sensitivity 1.19 at 800 DPI. If you were using 400 DPI in Valorant at 0.375, you would use CS2 sensitivity 1.19 at 400 DPI — the DPI doesn't change, only the in-game sensitivity value changes by the conversion factor.

Do Valorant and CS2 feel the same at equal cm/360?

The cm/360 will match exactly with the converted value — meaning one full 360° rotation requires the same physical mouse travel. However, the games feel perceptually different because: (1) CS2's maps have tighter corridors and more pixel-precision angles. (2) Valorant agents have abilities that create unique aiming situations (omen smokes, sage walls). (3) CS2's recoil spray patterns require full-magazine recoil control, while Valorant weapons are generally tap- and burst-friendly. The raw aim response is identical; game-specific skill takes practice.

Should I lower my DPI when converting from Valorant to CS2?

No. DPI is a hardware setting that should remain constant across all games. Changing DPI would require changing your sensitivity in every game to compensate. The correct approach is always: keep DPI constant, change only the in-game sensitivity number. The conversion factor of 3.18 already accounts for the different yaw values — just apply it to your current DPI without changing anything at the hardware level.

Does the Valorant-to-CS2 conversion work for CS2 on Linux?

Yes. The conversion formula is based on each game's software sensitivity multiplier (yaw), which is identical on Windows and Linux. The only potential difference is if your mouse or OS configuration applies different acceleration or scaling on Linux — ensure raw input is enabled in both games and that any Linux-specific mouse settings (via xinput, libinput, or evdev) are configured to linear, non-accelerated behavior. With those prerequisites met, the same conversion factor applies regardless of operating system.

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Valorant to CS2 Sensitivity Converter — Exact Conversion Guide

Switching between Valorant and CS2 is one of the most common cross-game transitions in competitive PC gaming. Both games attract players from the same tactical shooter audience, and many top players practice in both titles. However, despite their similar gameplay philosophies, Valorant and CS2 use fundamentally different mouse input scales: CS2 has a yaw of 0.022 degrees per unit (inherited from the Source Engine), while Valorant uses 0.07 degrees per unit. This means that Valorant sensitivity 0.35 feels almost identical to CS2 sensitivity 1.1, even though the numbers look completely unrelated. The conversion factor is approximately: CS2_sensitivity = Valorant_sensitivity × 3.18 (for matching cm/360 at the same DPI). Our converter applies this calculation precisely so you can switch between games without reconfiguring your muscle memory.

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Step-by-Step Guide

Note your Valorant DPI and sensitivity

Open Valorant and go to Settings → Controls → General. Note your "Mouse Sensitivity" value (typically between 0.20 and 0.80 for competitive players). Also confirm your DPI from your mouse software — this is the same DPI you use in every game, set at the hardware level. With these two values, the converter can calculate your exact cm/360 in Valorant and output the precise CS2 equivalent.

Enter values into the converter

Open the Valorant to CS2 Sensitivity Converter. Select Valorant as the source game. Enter your DPI (e.g., 800) and your Valorant sensitivity (e.g., 0.40). The converter outputs your Valorant cm/360 and the equivalent CS2 sensitivity. At 800 DPI and 0.40 Valorant sensitivity: cm/360 = 360 / (800 × 0.40 × 0.07 / 2.54) ≈ 40.5 cm. The CS2 equivalent at 800 DPI would be approximately 1.27 sensitivity.

Apply the CS2 sensitivity and verify

Open CS2 and go to Settings → Mouse. Set "Sensitivity" to the converter's output. Open console (`) and verify with cl_showpos 1 if desired. For verification, use the tape method in a practice server (workshop maps like "training_aim_csgo2" or Aim Lab are ideal). Move your mouse exactly 33.33 cm and confirm your view rotates 180°. Alternatively, verify your full 360° rotation with the tape method. Minor discrepancies (within 1-2 cm) are normal due to engine rounding.

Account for CS2 crosshair and visual differences

Even with perfect sensitivity conversion, Valorant and CS2 feel different visually. Valorant's crosshair expands on movement; CS2 uses a static or spread-based indicator. CS2's maps use tighter angle holds and more definitive pixel-level corners than Valorant's slightly more open layouts. Your first few CS2 sessions may feel awkward not because of sensitivity but because of visual processing differences. Give your eyes and spatial reasoning 3-5 sessions to recalibrate to CS2's aesthetic.

Fine-tune for CS2-specific technique

CS2 rewards counter-strafing (tapping the opposite direction key to stop instantly before shooting) that Valorant does not require in the same way. Your sensitivity conversion is complete, but if your shots feel imprecise after conversion, practice the CS2 movement-stop routine: strafe left, tap D while releasing A, then shoot in the stationary moment. This is a CS2 skill, not a sensitivity issue. A workshop map like "recoil master" can help you learn CS2's AK and M4 spray patterns.

Tips & Best Practices

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The exact conversion factor is Valorant sens × 3.18 = CS2 sens (at the same DPI). Memorize this for quick mental calculations.

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CS2 and Valorant both benefit from identical DPI across games — don't change your DPI when switching, only the in-game sensitivity.

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CS2's default FOV (68° vertical / 90° horizontal at 16:9) is similar to Valorant — no FOV adjustment affects this conversion.

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Both games have raw input — ensure it's enabled in both for identical input behavior.

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Practice in CS2's "Workshop" maps designed for aim training before entering competitive — the ecosystem has excellent community maps for sensitivity validation.

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CS2 sensitivity supports up to 3 decimal places — the converted value like 1.272 can be entered exactly without rounding.

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If switching between both games regularly, keep both game clients open or note your exact values in a text file — muscle memory adapts faster when switching is quick and consistent.

Frequently Asked Questions

CS2_sensitivity = Valorant_sensitivity × (0.07 / 0.022) = Valorant_sensitivity × 3.1818... The underlying reason: both sensitivities are multiplied by their respective yaw values to get degrees per mouse count. To match cm/360, you need the product of DPI × sensitivity × yaw to be equal in both games. CS2 yaw is 0.022, Valorant yaw is 0.07, so the ratio 0.07/0.022 ≈ 3.18 is the conversion factor. Example: Valorant 0.35 → CS2 0.35 × 3.18 = 1.11.

Converting from Valorant to CS2 is one of the most straightforward sensitivity transfers in competitive gaming because the conversion formula is fixed and precise: multiply your Valorant sensitivity by 3.18. With our converter handling the calculation automatically, you can switch between games in seconds and maintain your established muscle memory for aim. Invest the adaptation period in CS2-specific skills — counter-strafing, spray control, and angle discipline — rather than sensitivity adjustments, and you'll transfer your tactical FPS skills effectively.

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