About CM per 360° Calculator
### The Universal Metric for Perfect Aim "CM/360" (Centimeters per 360-degree turn) is the gold standard for measuring mouse sensitivity. Unlike generic "Sensitivity" numbers which vary wildly between games (e.g., 2.0 in CS:GO is 0.6 in Valorant), CM/360 describes the actual physical distance your mouse travels to complete a full rotation in-game. By knowing this value, you can flawlessly transfer your aim mechanics to *any* First-Person Shooter, regardless of its engine or settings.
This calculator eliminates the guesswork. Whether you are setting up a new game, buying a new mousepad, or trying to copy a pro player's config, converting everything to CM/360 ensures you are comparing apples to apples.
### How to Calculate Your CM/360 1. **Select Your Game**: Choose the game you play from our dropdown (supports all major titles like Overwatch 2, Quake, Apex Legends, etc.). 2. **Input Mouse DPI**: Enter your mouse's hardware DPI setting (e.g., 400, 800, 1600). 3. **Input In-Game Sensitivity**: Enter the numerical value from your game's options menu. 4. **Get Result**: The tool instantly displays the centimeters (and inches) required for a full 360° turn.
### Understanding Aim Styles via CM/360 * **Wrist Aiming (10cm - 30cm)**: High sensitivity. Requires very little physical movement. Great for fast-paced games like *Quake* or *Fortnite* closerange building. Pros: Fast reaction. Cons: Hard to be precise at long range. * **Hybrid Aiming (30cm - 45cm)**: The sweet spot for many modern shooters like *Apex Legends* or *Overwatch*. Allows for both tracking speed and decent precision. * **Arm Aiming (45cm - 80cm+)**: Low sensitivity. Requires a large mousepad. The standard for tactical shooters like *CS2* and *Valorant*. Pros: Incredible micro-precision. Cons: Tiring for 180° turns.
### Why Mousepad Size Matters This tool is vital for hardware compatibility. If your sensitivity is **60cm/360** (Low Sens) but your mousepad is only **30cm** wide, you physically cannot turn around without lifting your mouse twice. This puts you at a severe disadvantage. Always ensure your mousepad is at least 1.5x wider than your CM/360 value for comfortable gameplay.
### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) **Q: What is the average CM/360 for pros?** A: In tactical shooters (CS/Valorant), the average is around 50-60cm/360. In tracking shooters (Apex/Overwatch), it's around 30-40cm/360.
**Q: Does Windows Sensitivity affect this?** A: Most modern games use "Raw Input," ignoring Windows settings. However, if Raw Input is OFF, Windows pointer speed will affect your CM/360.
**Q: My result is "Infinite". Why?** A: You likely entered 0 sensitivity or 0 DPI. Enter valid positive numbers.