Mouse Sensitivity Converter

Mouse Sensitivity Conversion Explained

Every competitive FPS game uses its own internal sensitivity scale, which makes it difficult to maintain consistent aim when switching between titles. A sensitivity of 2.0 in CS2 feels completely different from 2.0 in Valorant or Overwatch 2 because each game uses a different “yaw” value — the number of degrees the camera rotates per unit of mouse movement. This converter translates sensitivity settings between games by using a universal measurement: centimeters per 360-degree turn (cm/360).

What Is cm/360 and Why Does It Matter?

cm/360 is the physical distance you need to move your mouse on your desk to complete a full 360-degree rotation in-game. It is the gold standard for comparing sensitivity across different games, DPI settings, and hardware. If your cm/360 is the same in CS2 and Valorant, your muscle memory transfers perfectly between both games. Professional players almost always maintain a consistent cm/360 across every title they play.

Understanding DPI and eDPI

DPI (dots per inch) is a hardware setting on your mouse that determines how many pixels the cursor moves per inch of physical movement. eDPI (effective DPI) is calculated by multiplying your mouse DPI by your in-game sensitivity. Two players with the same eDPI in the same game will have identical aiming speed, regardless of their individual DPI and sensitivity values. For example, 400 DPI at 2.0 sens gives the same eDPI (800) as 800 DPI at 1.0 sens.

How to Find Your Ideal Sensitivity

There is no single “best” sensitivity — it depends on your mouse pad size, aiming style, and the games you play. However, most professional FPS players use a cm/360 between 25 and 55 cm. Here are some guidelines to help you dial in your settings:

• Start with a proven baseline: Many pros in tactical shooters like CS2 and Valorant use around 40–50 cm/360. For fast-paced games like Apex Legends or Overwatch 2, 30–40 cm/360 is more common.
• Match your mouse pad: Your sensitivity should allow you to comfortably do at least a 180-degree turn within the usable area of your pad. If your pad is 40 cm wide, a cm/360 of 80 cm would mean you cannot even do a half-turn.
• Consider your aiming style: Wrist aimers typically prefer higher sensitivities (lower cm/360), while arm aimers prefer lower sensitivities (higher cm/360) for greater precision.
• Use aim trainers: Tools like Aimlabs or Kovaak's let you practice tracking and flicking at different sensitivities. Gradually lower your sens until your tracking accuracy starts to drop, then nudge it back up slightly.
• Commit to your choice: Once you find a comfortable cm/360, stick with it across all your games. Constant changes prevent muscle memory from developing.

Game Yaw Values and How Conversion Works

Each game defines a “yaw” value that determines how many degrees the camera rotates per count of mouse input at a given sensitivity. CS2 uses a yaw of 0.022, meaning at sensitivity 1.0, each mouse count rotates the view by 0.022 degrees. Valorant uses 0.07, Overwatch 2 uses 0.0066, and so on. The conversion formula first calculates your cm/360 from the source game, then derives the equivalent sensitivity in the target game that produces the same cm/360. This ensures your physical mouse movement for a full rotation remains identical between games.