10 Best AWPers in CS2
There is no doubt that the AWP is one of the deadliest weapons in CS2 — it's the only weapon in the game that kills a player with one shot to the body. This fact (and also the map control of the AWP) explains why a good sniper is the key to success in every match. The best AWPers in CS2 are gaining fame and respect and capturing the attention of eSports fans around the world.
But who is the best AWPer in CS2? In this article, we will deal with this question once and for all by presenting the rating of the best AWPers in Counter-Strike 2. These guys are known not for doing 360 no scope (although they can), but for their deadly accuracy, dozens of championships won, and their mastery of AWP on a symphony orchestra conductor level. Read on to find out whom to look up to in order to strike fear into the hearts of your opponents at the weapon purchase stage.
10. m0NESY - Iliya Osipov
If you're a fan of CS, you’ve surely heard at one time about this one of the best AWP masters in the world. m0NESY is famous for his refined technique and lightning-fast reflexes. His game for G2 is a subject of legends and the envy of opponents because when he is on the field, the enemy can move only by crawling.
Find out more about m0NESY on his CS2 profile page.
Player rating: 1.19
AWP kills per round: 0.87
Total AWP kills: 4,893
Recent major tournament achievements:
- PGL Major Copenhagen 2024 - 3-4 ($80,000)
- Gamers8 2023 - 3rd - 4th ($80,000)
9. TORZSI — ÁDÁM TORZSÁS
This Hungarian talent is a true rising star. After performing well at MOUZ Academy, he became the main AWPer on the main roster despite his young age and managed to become a semifinalist in his first Major. By his 20s, he had already achieved serious results and had taken his rightful place in our ranking of the 12 CS best AWPers.
To get more information about Torzsi's playing style, recent games, and statistical data, check out the torzsi's CS2 profile.
Player rating: 1.15
AWP kills per round: 0.42
Total AWP kills: 7,840
Recent major tournament achievements:
- ESL Pro League Season 18 — 1st ($200,000)
- IEM Rio Major 2022 — 3-4th ($80,000)
8. SMOOYA — OWEN BUTTERFIELD
Smooya is one of the most qualified British AWPers. It is said that his best years were when he played for BIG, but one could argue that he was ranked only 3rd there. But after joining Fnatic he's been consistently bringing the team to win in all kinds of tournaments.
Find out about Smooya's top performances, unique strategies, and recent results on his smooya CS2 profile.
Player rating: 1.21
AWP kills per round: 0.40
Total AWP kills: 10,670
Recent major tournament achievements:
- REPUBLEAGUE Season 2 — 1st ($67,692.80)
- DreamHack Open November 2021 — 1st ($50,000)
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7. JW — JESPER WECKSELL
3 x Major winner and 1 x Major MVP. Although there have been ups and downs in his career, you can't deny his skill with the AWP by any means. This player went down in game history as the great CS:GO sniper, and he has the potential to become the best sniper in CS2.
Explore JW's professional journey, signature gaming strategies, and statistics on the JW's CS2 profile.
Player rating: 1.04
AWP kills per round: 0.25
Total AWP kills: 15,721
Recent major tournament achievements:
- DreamHack Masters Malmö 2019 — 1st ($100,000)
- World Electronic Sports Games 2017 — 1st ($800,000)
6. GUARDIAN — LADISLAV KOVÁCS
GuardiaN's distinctive features are fast movement around the map, flexibility, and swift entry frags. For 7 years (2013-2018) he was one of the top 20 players, and in 2015 he was even ranked 2nd.
However, after being removed from the main roster of NAVI and Faze for 'laziness' in 2020, he fell for a year off the competitive scene. While he has yet to be approached by any organization, this one of the best CS2 AWPers is sure to return one day and show some fantastic, old-school plays.
Get to know more about GuardiaN, his professional career, and personal game statistics by checking out the GuardiaN's CS2 profile.
Player rating: 1.11
AWP kills per round: 0.41
Total AWP kills: 17,185
Recent major tournament achievements:
BLAST Pro Series: Miami 2019 — 1st ($125,000)
EPICENTER 2018 — 1st ($150,000)
If you want to learn more about competing in the game, check out this complete list of the CS2 pro teams.
5. FALLEN — GABRIEL TOLEDO
South America's region's best sniper and two-time Major winner. He deserves respect for being not only an AWPer, but also a captain. FalleN's ability to coordinate a team while handing out headshots makes him one of the best AWPers of CS2 on the professional scene.
For more information about FalleN's gaming history, statistics, and recent results, visit the FalleN's CS2 profile.
Player rating: 1.06
AWP kills per round: 0.36
Total AWP kills: 16,832
Recent major tournament achievements:
- Flashpoint Season — 2nd ($250,000)
- ZOTAC Cup Masters 2018 — 1st ($200,000)
4. JAME — DZHAMI ALI
Jame is a great AWP player who has saved his teammates many times and is a hero of memes for his love for saving AWP for future rounds. He performed extremely well at Roobet Cup 2023, and in general, we can say that his career is on the rise.
Discover Jame's career journey, unique gaming style, and recent achievements on the Jame's CS2 profile.
Player rating: 1.17
AWP kills per round: 0.46
Total AWP kills: 16,995
Recent major tournament achievements:
- Thunderpick World Championship 2023 — 2nd ($100,000)
- Roobet Cup 2023 — 1st ($150,000)
3. DEVICE — NICOLAI REEDTZ
Four-time Major champion and owner of perhaps the most amazing collection of cups among pro players. His distinctive features are a passive and accurate style of play, which repeatedly brought his team victory.
Gain insights into the Device's gaming techniques, tournament wins, and statistics by checking out the Device's CS2 profile.
Player rating: 1.16
AWP kills per round: 0.27
Total AWP kills: 14,186
Recent major tournament achievements:
- BLAST Pro Series: Global Final 2019 — 1st ($350,000)
- StarLadder Berlin Major 2019 — 1st ($500,000)
2. ZYWOO — MATHIEU HERBAUT
This is the man who twice left s1mple without the title of the best player in the world. One of the best CS2 players in general and undoubtedly one of the best CS AWPers. They call him the silent genius because he never gets in the way and just silently does his job. And you have to admit that he's pretty good at it.
Check ZywOo's CS2 profile to learn about his journey to becoming one of the best players in the world, his gaming strategies, and his recent performances.
Player rating: 1.32
AWP kills per round: 0.31
Total AWP kills: 9,985
Recent major tournament achievements:
- BLAST Premier: World Final 2023 — 1st ($500,000)
- BLAST Premier: Fall Final 2023 — 1st ($200,000)
1. S1MPLE — OLEKSANDR KOSTYLIEV
And finally, the Ukrainian angel of death, a real beast, killing machine, and s1mple the best AWP player of CS2. You can read thousands of lists of the best AWPers in CS2, and in all of them, s1mple will take first place. Curiously enough, having achieved everything he possibly could, he won his first Major only in 2021 as a part of the NAVI team roster. Well, at least it was well deserved, as he was named MVP of this tournament.
Learn more about the s1mple's remarkable career, unique gaming style, and tournament achievements on the s1mple's CS2 profile.
Player rating: 1.24
AWP kills per round: 0.31
Total AWP kills: 14,288
Recent major tournament achievements:
- BLAST Premier: Spring Finals 2022 — 1nd ($200,000)
- PGL Major Stockholm 2021 — 1st ($1,000,000)
Now you know who the best pro AWPers in CS2 are. We are well aware that this list isn’t exhaustive, and there are many more worthy contenders. Nevertheless, this ranking more or less reflects the picture as it stands today. The best AWP players have been and are the crowd favorites who show God-like skill levels and get standing ovations. The mastery of the AWP shows that cybersports can sometimes be far more entertaining than their outdoor counterparts. The secret to success is training and an unyielding will to win. Believe in yourself, and maybe it will be you who will make it to the next top of the best AWP players.
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