How to Use Our Game Sensitivity Converter
Getting a consistent feel across your favorite shooters is simple. Just provide the settings from your main game, and our tool will handle the complex calculations for you.
Game You’re Converting From: Select the game you currently play and have your sensitivity settings dialed in for. This is your “base” game.
Sensitivity From: Enter your current in-game sensitivity number from the game you selected above. You can find this in the game’s mouse or controls settings menu.
Mouse DPI From: Input the DPI (Dots Per Inch) setting your mouse is currently set to. If you’re unsure, most gaming mouse software (like Logitech G Hub, Razer Synapse, etc.) will show this value. The most common default DPI settings are 400, 800, and 1600.
Game You’re Converting To: Select the new game you want to play. The calculator will provide the correct sensitivity for this game.
Mouse DPI To (Optional): By default, this will use the same DPI as your “from” game. However, if you plan to use a different DPI setting for the new game, enter that value here.
After filling out the fields, the calculator will instantly provide your “New Sensitivity” for the target game.
Understanding Your Results
The number our Game Sensitivity Converter provides is the exact in-game sensitivity value you should enter into your new game’s settings to replicate the aiming feel from your original game. The goal is to achieve a 1-to-1 match in the physical distance you move your mouse to turn your character a full 360 degrees in-game.
To truly understand how this works, you need to grasp three core concepts: DPI, In-Game Sensitivity, and eDPI.
What is DPI (Dots Per Inch)?
DPI is a measure of your mouse’s hardware sensitivity. It dictates how many pixels the cursor on your screen moves for every inch you physically move the mouse.
Low DPI (e.g., 400): You need to move your mouse a larger physical distance to cover the same area on screen. This is often preferred by tactical shooter players for more precise, controlled movements.
High DPI (e.g., 1600, 3200): You only need to move your mouse a small physical distance to make the cursor fly across the screen. This can be useful for fast-paced games or for users with limited desk space.
Think of DPI as the “raw power” of your mouse’s sensor.
What is In-Game Sensitivity?
This is a software multiplier within the game itself. It takes your mouse’s DPI input and either amplifies or reduces it. For example, a sensitivity of “2” in a game will make your aim twice as fast as a sensitivity of “1” at the same DPI.
The Magic Combination: eDPI (Effective Dots Per Inch)
eDPI is the single most important metric for understanding your “true sensitivity.” It combines your hardware DPI and your software sensitivity into one number, giving you a universal measure of how fast your aim is.
The formula is simple:
eDPI=DPI×In-Game Sensitivity
Example:
As you can see, even though Player A and Player B have completely different DPI and in-game settings, their “true sensitivity” (eDPI) is identical. They both have to move their mouse the exact same physical distance to perform a 360-degree turn in Valorant.
Our Game Sensitivity Converter essentially calculates the eDPI from your first game and then works backward to find the correct in-game sensitivity for your second game, accounting for the unique sensitivity scales and engine mechanics of each title.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is mouse DPI and how do I find mine?
DPI, or Dots Per Inch, is the standard for measuring mouse sensitivity. It indicates how many pixels your cursor moves on the screen for every inch the mouse is physically moved. You can almost always find and change your mouse’s DPI in its dedicated software.
For Logitech: Look in the “Logitech G HUB” software.
For Razer: Look in the “Razer Synapse” software.
For SteelSeries: Look in the “SteelSeries Engine/GG” software.
For Corsair: Look in the “Corsair iCUE” software.
If you don’t have special software, your mouse might have a dedicated DPI button (often below the scroll wheel) that cycles through preset levels like 400, 800, 1200, and 1600.
What is eDPI and why is it so important?
eDPI stands for “Effective Dots Per Inch” and is the most reliable way to measure your true sensitivity. It’s calculated by multiplying your mouse DPI by your in-game sensitivity setting (eDPI=DPI×Sensitivity). eDPI is crucial because it gives you a single, standardized number that represents your aim speed, regardless of your hardware (DPI) or software (in-game) settings. This allows you to accurately compare your sensitivity with other players or convert it between games, which is exactly what this calculator does.
Should I use the same sensitivity for every game?
Generally, yes. Using the same “true sensitivity” (eDPI) across all your games is highly recommended. The primary benefit is building consistent muscle memory. When the physical distance you move your mouse to turn 90 degrees or flick to a target is the same in Valorant as it is in Apex Legends, your brain doesn’t have to re-learn aiming mechanics every time you switch games. This leads to more consistent performance and a faster improvement curve. Some players may opt for a slightly higher sensitivity in faster-paced tracking-heavy games (like Overwatch or Apex) compared to slower tactical shooters (like CS:GO or Valorant), but starting with a consistent baseline is always the best approach.
Does a higher DPI mean better aim?
Not necessarily. There’s a common misconception that higher DPI is “better.” While a higher DPI can technically provide smoother tracking on high-refresh-rate monitors, the difference is often imperceptible to humans beyond a certain point (like 1600 DPI). Many professional FPS players use and dominate with low DPI settings like 400 or 800. The key is finding a comfortable eDPI. A lower eDPI (achieved with low DPI and/or low in-game sensitivity) offers more control and precision for small adjustments but requires larger physical movements. A higher eDPI allows for faster turns with less effort but can make fine-tuning your aim more difficult. Neither is inherently better; it’s about personal preference and comfort.
What’s the difference between raw input and mouse acceleration?
Raw Input: This setting forces a game to take positioning data directly from your mouse hardware, bypassing any processing or settings from your operating system (like Windows pointer speed). It’s highly recommended to enable raw input in games whenever possible for the most pure and consistent aiming experience.
Mouse Acceleration: This setting increases the speed of your cursor based on how fast you physically move your mouse. A slow, one-inch movement might move your cursor 800 pixels, but a fast, one-inch flick might move it 1200 pixels. It’s almost universally recommended to disable mouse acceleration (“Enhance Pointer Precision” in Windows) for gaming. It introduces inconsistency and makes it impossible to build reliable muscle memory, as the same physical movement can result in different in-game outcomes.
How do I find the perfect sensitivity for me?
Finding your ideal sensitivity is a process of experimentation. A popular method is the “PSA Method” (Perfect Sensitivity Approximator).
Start Low: Set a very low eDPI (e.g., 200 for Valorant/CS:GO). Go into a practice range and try to track a target while moving. It should feel uncomfortably slow.
Go High: Now, double that sensitivity. It should feel uncomfortably fast and hard to control. Your perfect sensitivity is somewhere between these two points.
Find the Middle: Set your sensitivity to the halfway point between the low and high values. Test it again.
Refine: Based on how the middle value feels, decide if it’s still too fast or too slow. Then, take that new range (e.g., between the middle and the high, or the middle and the low) and find the new midpoint.
Repeat: Keep repeating this process, narrowing the range until you land on a sensitivity that feels both controllable for precise shots and fast enough to react to enemies.
Why does my converted sensitivity feel different in the new game?
Even with a perfect 1-to-1 conversion, your aim might feel slightly “off” in a new game. This is usually due to factors outside of pure sensitivity calculation:
Field of View (FOV): A wider FOV can make your sensitivity feel faster because objects in the center of your screen are smaller. A narrower FOV can make it feel slower. Our converter accounts for this, but drastic FOV differences can still be jarring.
Game Engine & Pacing: The movement speed, character acceleration, and general “feel” of a game’s engine can influence your perception of sensitivity. The snappy movement of Apex Legends feels inherently different from the grounded, deliberate movement of CS:GO.
Hipfire vs. ADS (Aim Down Sights): Many games have a separate sensitivity multiplier for when you are aiming down sights. Our calculator converts your primary (hipfire) sensitivity. You may need to manually adjust your ADS sensitivity in the new game’s settings to feel right.
Can I convert sensitivity between different aspect ratios or resolutions?
Yes. Sensitivity is based on the angle of rotation in the game world, not the pixels on your screen. Converting from a 1920×1080 resolution to a 2560×1440 resolution, or from a 16:9 aspect ratio to a 4:3 stretched ratio, does not require a change in your calculated sensitivity value. The goal is to maintain the same cm/360°, and resolution changes do not affect that relationship.
Is it better to change my DPI or my in-game sensitivity?
For making large adjustments, it doesn’t matter much. Changing from 800 DPI and 0.5 sens to 1600 DPI and 0.25 sens results in the exact same eDPI. However, for fine-tuning, it is almost always better to adjust your in-game sensitivity. Your DPI is a foundational setting for your mouse across your entire computer. It’s best to set it once to a comfortable level (like 800 or 1600) for both desktop use and gaming, and then use the more granular in-game sliders to make small, precise adjustments to your aim.
What are common sensitivity ranges for pro players?
While you should never copy a pro player’s settings blindly, it can be helpful to see what eDPI ranges are common at the highest levels of play. This gives you a good starting point.
Common Pro eDPI Ranges (for CS:GO & Valorant)
Note: These are general ranges. Your ideal eDPI depends on your role, playstyle, and physical setup (desk space, mousepad size).
After converting your sensitivity, you might be curious about how your mouse polling rate affects your gameplay. You can use our Mouse Polling Rate Converter to understand the difference between settings like 1000Hz and 4000Hz. Additionally, ensuring your monitor’s refresh rate is optimal is key; check out our Frames Per Second (FPS) Calculator to see how different hardware combinations perform.
