Your next
level starts
with a plan.

Make your settings comparable

Write down your DPI and in-game sensitivity. Multiply them to get your eDPI: 800 DPI × 0.30 and 1600 DPI × 0.15 both give 240 eDPI, for example. This is a comparison value, not a universal recommendation.

Train for 10 minutes with one goal

Start with slow, controlled aiming movements. Then practise stopping before you shoot. In your next match, focus on keeping your crosshair at the expected head height.

Change one thing at a time

Try the same settings across several sessions. Note whether you often overshoot or fall short of the target. Only then adjust in small steps. One lost match is not a reason to change your sensitivity.

A training suggestion, not a promise of a particular rank.

Create a fair comparison

Use the same scene, resolution and graphics quality. Note your FPS and noticeable drops. First check whether an FPS cap is active, and close unnecessary background programs.

Observe instead of guessing

Compare GPU usage, memory usage and the load on individual CPU cores. Low overall CPU usage does not rule out a bottleneck on individual cores. But a single reading is not enough for a reliable diagnosis.

Test one change

Try lowering your resolution and graphics settings. If FPS increases significantly, take a closer look at graphics load. If little changes, also check the CPU, limits, temperatures and background load before buying new hardware.

Games and computers respond differently. Keep drivers up to date and use official downloads.

Mouse: comfort first

Check whether the shape and size suit your hand and grip. A high maximum DPI says little about how comfortable a mouse will be for you. Check the return policy before ordering an unfamiliar model.

Monitor: the whole system matters

Consider the resolution and frame rate your PC achieves in your games. After connecting a monitor, check its selected refresh rate too. A fast monitor does not replace a stable frame rate.

SSD: check compatibility

Check the connector, form factor and supported drives in your motherboard manual. An SSD can shorten loading times; it is not a universal fix for low FPS. Back up important data before replacing a drive.