What is eDPI? The Ultimate Guide
January 13, 2026•6 min read
Understanding eDPI: The Universal Aiming Standard
eDPI stands for Effective Dots Per Inch. It is the single most important number for understanding how fast your cursor moves in-game.
The Simple Formula
eDPI = DPI x In-Game Sensitivity
400 DPI at 2.5 sens = 1000 eDPI. 800 DPI at 1.25 sens = 1000 eDPI. They feel identical in-game.
What eDPI Should You Use?
- 200–400 eDPI (Valorant): Very low. Common among pros who value micro-adjustments.
- 400–800 eDPI (Valorant): The sweet spot for most competitive players.
- 1000+ eDPI (CS2): Considered high; most CS2 pros use 400–1000.
Pro Player eDPI Examples
- TenZ (Valorant): 800 DPI × 0.3 = 240 eDPI
- s1mple (CS2): 400 DPI × 3.09 = 1236 eDPI
- NiKo (CS2): 400 DPI × 1.4 = 560 eDPI
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Dalto Outlier
Lead Aim Coach & Hardware ExpertDalto is a veteran FPS aim coach and hardware analyst. Having trained hundreds of competitive players in Valorant and CS2, he specializes in mouse sensor technology, perfect sensitivity calibrations, and cognitive muscle memory optimization.
