Sensitivity Finding Guide Step by Step 2026 — cm/360 Method

By Mustafa Bilgic, FPSTrain — 2026-05-08

This guide walks through how to find your optimal FPS sensitivity using the cm/360 method (the industry standard), with pro player benchmarks for CS2, Valorant, Apex Legends, and other major FPS games.

1. What is cm/360?

cm/360 is the physical distance you must move your mouse (in centimeters) to make your character rotate 360 degrees in-game. It is the platform-independent measure of sensitivity:

cm/360 = 360 × (DPI × in-game sensitivity × YawConstant)
For CS2 at 800 DPI, 1.0 sens, yaw 0.022 → cm/360 = 360 / (800 × 1.0 × 0.022) ≈ 20.45cm/360

2. Pro sensitivity benchmarks (2025-2026)

Game	Median pro cm/360	Range	Source
CS2	40-50 cm/360	30-65 cm/360	HLTV pro database
Valorant	35-50 cm/360	25-65 cm/360	Liquipedia VCT
Apex Legends	20-30 cm/360	14-45 cm/360	ProSettings.net
Call of Duty Warzone	20-30 cm/360	15-40 cm/360	ProSettings.net
Overwatch 2	25-35 cm/360	18-50 cm/360	OWCS pro data
Fortnite	15-25 cm/360	10-40 cm/360	FortniteTracker pro data

Tactical shooters (CS2, Valorant) tend toward higher cm/360 (40-50). Battle royales (Apex, Warzone, Fortnite) tend lower (20-30). Hero shooters (OW2) sit in between.

3. Step-by-step method

Set DPI to 800 or 1600. Most pros use 400-1600 DPI. 800 is the most common starting point.
Disable Windows mouse acceleration. Settings > Mouse > Additional > Pointer Options > uncheck "Enhance pointer precision".
Disable in-game raw input or set to default. CS2: m_rawinput 1. Valorant: raw input on by default.
Choose a target cm/360 from the pro range above. If new, start at the higher end (more arm aim).
Calculate in-game sensitivity. Use Mouse-Sensitivity.com or game-specific tools to convert.
Test in aim trainer. KovaaK's "1wall6targets TE" or "Wide Wall 6 Targets" baseline benchmark.
Adjust by ±5%. If your flicks consistently overshoot, lower sensitivity (higher cm/360). If undershoot, raise sensitivity.
Train for 7-14 days at the new sensitivity before adjusting again. Motor learning needs consistency.
Lock it in. Once stable, don't change for at least 30 days.

4. Common mistakes

Changing sensitivity weekly. Defeats motor learning consolidation.
Using DPI > 3200. No measurable benefit; may amplify pointer noise.
Different sensitivity per game. Pros usually target similar cm/360 across games (subject to game-specific aim assist or scope mechanics).
Not measuring mousepad space. Need ~30cm of free mousepad to swing 360+ on tactical shooters.
Mouse acceleration on. Either OS or driver-level acceleration breaks consistent muscle memory.

5. Switching from one game to another

Use Mouse-Sensitivity.com or fpsaim.com sensitivity converter to maintain cm/360 across games. Adjustments may be needed for:

Aim assist games (Apex, Warzone) often benefit from slightly higher cm/360 than M&KB tactical shooters.
ADS / scope sensitivity may scale differently per game (some pros set ADS multiplier to keep cm/360 consistent across hipfire and ADS).
FOV affects effective sensitivity. Higher FOV = effective lower sensitivity for same in-game value.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the "best" cm/360?

For tactical shooters (CS2, Valorant), 40-50 cm/360 is the pro median. For BR games, 20-30. Personal preference within the range matters more than the specific number.

Why 800 DPI?

800 DPI is the most common pro choice because it's high enough for fine adjustment yet low enough to limit pointer noise on lower-grade sensors. Modern PixArt sensors (Logitech HERO, Razer Focus Pro) work well from 400-3200 DPI.

How long does sensitivity adjustment take?

Motor learning consolidation takes 7-14 days for a 5-10% sensitivity change. Larger changes (>20%) may take 2-4 weeks. Don't change again until you're consistent.

How do I convert my cm/360 to an in-game sensitivity value?

Use the formula cm/360 = 360 / (DPI × in-game sens × yaw constant). Pick your target cm/360, then rearrange to solve for in-game sensitivity at your DPI — for example CS2 uses a yaw of 0.022. Our free sensitivity converter does the math and matches it across games for you.

Should I use the same sensitivity in every game?

Aim to keep a similar cm/360 across games so your muscle memory transfers, then adjust slightly for game mechanics. Aim-assist titles (Apex, Warzone) often feel better a touch lower, and ADS/scope multipliers can be set to preserve your hipfire cm/360 when zoomed.

How much mousepad space do I actually need?

For a 40-50 cm/360 tactical-shooter sens you need roughly 30cm or more of free mousepad to complete a 360 without lifting the mouse. If you run out of room mid-swing, either size up your mousepad or raise your sensitivity slightly so a full turn fits your desk.

Sources: HLTV pro database, ProSettings.net, Liquipedia VCT/ALGS, FortniteTracker, Mouse-Sensitivity.com.

Last reviewed by Mustafa Bilgic on 2026-05-08. Errors to [email protected].