How to Use Our Mouse Sensitivity Converter
Our converter makes it easy to transfer your settings. To get an accurate result, you just need a few pieces of information about your current setup and the game you’re moving to.
Game 1 (From): Select the game you are coming from. This is the game where you feel your aim is already dialed in. Game developers use different sensitivity scales, so choosing the correct game is crucial.
Sensitivity 1 (From): Enter your current in-game sensitivity number for Game 1. You can find this in the game’s settings menu, usually under “Controls” or “Mouse & Keyboard.”
DPI 1 (From): Enter the Dots Per Inch (DPI) setting of your mouse. This is a hardware setting you typically set in your mouse’s software (e.g., Logitech G Hub, Razer Synapse). If you’re using the same mouse for both games, this value will often stay the same.
Game 2 (To): Select the new game you want to play. Our calculator will convert your settings to match this game’s specific sensitivity scale.
DPI 2 (To): Enter the DPI you plan to use for the new game. Most of the time, this will be the same as your “DPI 1” unless you are using a different mouse or want to try a new DPI setting.
Once you fill in these fields, the calculator will instantly provide you with the new sensitivity value to enter into Game 2.
Understanding Your Results
The number our calculator provides is the precise sensitivity setting you need to enter into your new game (“Game 2”) to replicate the aiming feel from your original game (“Game 1”). But what’s happening behind the scenes?
The converter is calculating your true sensitivity. This is the physical distance you have to move your mouse on your mousepad to perform a full 360-degree turn in-game. This value, often measured in centimeters or inches per 360° (cm/360°), is the universal constant that defines your aim, regardless of the game you’re playing.
Here’s the simple breakdown:
Normalization: The calculator takes your sensitivity and DPI from Game 1 and converts them into this universal cm/360° value.
Conversion: It then takes that cm/360° value and translates it into the unique sensitivity scale used by Game 2, considering the DPI you plan to use.
The final result ensures that a 10 cm swipe of your mouse in the new game turns your character the exact same amount as a 10 cm swipe did in your old game. This preserves your muscle memory and lets you start playing competitively without a frustrating adjustment period.
What is a Good “True Sensitivity” (cm/360°)?
Your ideal true sensitivity depends on your playstyle, the games you play, and your personal comfort. However, we can group sensitivities into general categories:
Using our converter helps you keep your preferred cm/360° consistent, which is the key to building lasting aiming skill.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is mouse sensitivity?
Mouse sensitivity is a setting within a game that determines how much your in-game camera or crosshair moves in response to the physical movement of your mouse. A higher sensitivity value means a small mouse movement results in a large screen movement, while a lower sensitivity requires you to move your mouse further for the same screen movement.
What is DPI (Dots Per Inch)?
DPI, or Dots Per Inch, is a measure of a mouse’s hardware sensitivity. It indicates how many “dots” or counts the mouse sensor will register for every inch it physically moves. For example, a mouse set to 800 DPI will report 800 counts of movement for every inch it travels. A higher DPI makes the cursor move further on the screen with the same physical mouse movement. Most gaming mice allow you to change your DPI through dedicated buttons or software.
What is eDPI (Effective Dots Per Inch)?
eDPI is a crucial concept that combines your in-game sensitivity and your mouse DPI to create a single, true measure of your sensitivity. It provides a way to easily compare setups with other players, even if they use a different DPI.
Concrete Example:
Even though their individual settings are different, both players have the exact same effective sensitivity.
How do I find my current mouse DPI?
The most reliable way to find your mouse’s DPI is through its manufacturer’s software. Here are some common examples:
Logitech: G HUB
Razer: Synapse
Corsair: iCUE
SteelSeries: GG / Engine
If you don’t have the software installed, you can download it from the manufacturer’s website. Once opened, you’ll find a section for performance or DPI settings where you can view and adjust the current DPI levels.
Should I use a high or low sensitivity?
There is no single “best” sensitivity; it’s highly preferential. However, there are clear trade-offs:
Low Sensitivity (e.g., 200-400 eDPI in Valorant/CS:GO):
Pros: Promotes smooth, precise aiming and makes micro-adjustments easier. It forces you to use your arm for large movements, which is generally more stable than using just your wrist. This is favored in tactical shooters where precision is paramount.
Cons: Requires a large mousepad. Turning 180 degrees quickly can be difficult and physically demanding.
High Sensitivity (e.g., 600+ eDPI in Valorant/CS:GO):
Pros: Allows for very fast turning and target switching with minimal physical movement (mostly wrist aiming). This can be advantageous in fast-paced arena shooters with lots of verticality.
Cons: Can lead to jittery or shaky aim. It becomes much harder to make small, precise adjustments, which can hurt your accuracy at long ranges.
Most professional players in tactical FPS games lean towards a lower eDPI, typically between 200 and 500.
How does Field of View (FOV) affect my perceived sensitivity?
Field of View (FOV) is a game setting that determines how wide your viewing angle is. While it doesn’t change your true cm/360° sensitivity (the distance to do a 360° turn remains the same), it dramatically affects how your sensitivity feels.
Higher FOV: The world on your screen appears smaller and further away. This makes your crosshair appear to move slower across the screen, making the sensitivity feel lower.
Lower FOV: The world is more “zoomed in.” This makes your crosshair appear to move faster across the screen, making the sensitivity feel higher.
This is why your ADS (Aim Down Sights) sensitivity often feels different from your hipfire sensitivity—when you ADS, the game drastically lowers your FOV. Some converters allow you to adjust for this, but it’s a key reason why a 1:1 conversion might still feel slightly off if the FOV between two games is very different.
What is the difference between raw input and mouse acceleration?
Raw Input: This setting forces a game to take movement data directly from your mouse hardware, bypassing any processing from your operating system (like Windows pointer settings). It is highly recommended to enable raw input in games whenever possible for the most consistent and accurate tracking.
Mouse Acceleration: This setting increases the speed of your cursor based on how fast you move your mouse. A slow, 5 cm movement will move the cursor less than a fast, 5 cm movement. It is highly recommended to turn mouse acceleration off in both your game and Windows settings. Acceleration creates inconsistency and destroys muscle memory because the same physical movement can result in different in-game movements.
How can I find the “perfect” sensitivity for me?
Finding your ideal sensitivity is a process of experimentation. A popular technique is the “PSA Method” (Perfect Sensitivity Approximator).
Start Low: Set your sensitivity so that a full swipe across your entire mousepad just barely turns you 360 degrees in-game. This is your starting point.
Test and Adjust: Enter a training range and focus on tracking a single small point. Strafe left and right while trying to keep your crosshair perfectly on the dot.
If you consistently drag behind the target, your sensitivity is too low. Increase it by 10-15%.
If you consistently overshoot the target, your sensitivity is too high. Decrease it by 10-15%.
Narrow It Down: Continue this process, making smaller and smaller adjustments until you find a range where your aim feels both responsive and stable. There isn’t a single magic number, but rather a comfortable range.
Why does my sensitivity feel different even after converting it?
Even with a perfect 1:1 conversion of your cm/360°, your aim might feel slightly different for several reasons:
Different FOV: As mentioned above, a different field of view can alter your perceived sensitivity.
Game Engines: Different game engines handle input processing differently, which can lead to subtle variations in feel.
Character Movement: The speed and mechanics of character movement in the new game can influence how you need to aim.
Map Design: A game with tight corridors (like Valorant) versus an open-world game (like Apex Legends) demands different types of aim.
Can I use this converter for hipfire and ADS sensitivity?
This converter is primarily designed for hipfire sensitivity, which uses a 360-degree turn as its basis. ADS (Aim Down Sights) sensitivity is more complex because it’s tied to FOV changes and often uses different scaling (e.g., “Monitor Distance Matching”). While you can use the converter, the feel may not be a perfect 1:1 match without further tweaking in your game’s advanced settings.
Continue Your Gaming Improvement
Now that you have your aim dialed in, focus on other aspects of your performance. Test and improve your reflexes with our Reaction Time Calculator, a crucial skill for any competitive gamer. You can also measure your clicking speed and endurance with the CPM (Clicks Per Minute) Calculator to see how you stack up.
