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Best PUBG Settings: Pro DPI & Video
PUBG is heavy to run — pros prioritize frame rate and stable scoped aim over everything else.
PUBG's first fight is with your own frame rate — the game is heavy, and scoped aim lives or dies on stability. The pro approach: frames first, low-latency display, and a sensitivity you can hold perfectly still at 200 meters.
DPI: what the field actually runs
| DPI | Pros | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 800 | 27 | 42% |
| 400 | 26 | 41% |
| 1600 | 7 | 11% |
| 950 | 1 | 2% |
The field is nearly split between 800 DPI (~42%) and 400 DPI (~41%), with 1600 DPI third. Both camps are valid — eDPI discipline is what separates them.
eDPI: the one number that describes your aim
eDPI = DPI × in-game sensitivity. PUBG pro data does not include a reliable eDPI column yet, but the rule still applies: it is the only number that survives a mouse, DPI or game change. Compute yours, then compare it against the community norm for the game.
PUBG pro data does not include a reliable eDPI column yet, but scoped play means you want an eDPI low enough to micro-adjust at range without overshooting.
Resolution & display
| Resolution | Pros | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1728x1080 | 36 | 56% |
| 1920x1080 | 24 | 38% |
| 2560x1440 | 1 | 2% |
| 3840x1260 | 1 | 2% |
1728x1080 leads (~56%) ahead of 1920x1080 — a slight vertical stretch preference that keeps the game's native feel while widening the view.
Video settings: the universal pro rules
PUBG is the rare game where pros actively lower settings to stay competitive — eye-candy is the enemy of scoped clarity.
- Fullscreen + native resolution. Maximum frames and cleanest scoped image
- Vsync off. Input lag breaks scoped aim; leave it off
- Shadows low, textures medium. Player visibility beats scenery; shadows cost a lot of frame rate
- FOV 103. The common pro FOV for peripheral awareness
- Anti-aliasing off or low. Scoped images stay sharper without the blur cost
How to find your own sensitivity
- Pick a DPI (400 or 800) and never change it.
- Tune sens for range: you should be able to hold a scope still on a head at 200m.
- Adjust in small steps and test in the training range, then keep it for a week.
FAQ
What DPI do PUBG pros use?
Nearly a 50/50 split between 800 and 400 DPI — 1600 DPI is a small minority.
What resolution do PUBG pros use?
1728x1080 leads at ~56%, with 1920x1080 second.
Should I turn graphics down in PUBG?
Yes for competition — frames and visibility beat eye-candy, especially for scoped aim.
What is the best FOV in PUBG?
103 is the common pro choice, balancing peripheral awareness with target size.