Payday 3 sensitivity calculator
Use our sensitivity calculator for Payday 3 to optimize your gameplay settings and improve performance.
Find the ideal in-game sensitivity for your target cm/360° and DPI.
Recommended Payday 3 Sensitivity
0.0381
at 800 DPI for 30 cm/360°
Note: This uses a linear approximation. Some games have non-linear scaling.
What is a Payday 3 sensitivity calculator?
cm/360° (centimetres per full 360° rotation) is the universal sensitivity measurement used by competitive players. Unlike in-game sensitivity numbers, which vary between games, cm/360° means the same thing everywhere: how far you physically move your mouse to spin your crosshair one full revolution.
How to use this tool
Enter your mouse DPI and your target cm/360°. The calculator converts this to the exact Payday 3 in-game sensitivity you should set. If you don't know your target cm/360°, measure how far you swipe your mouse for a full 360° rotation in your current setup — that's your baseline.
Payday 3 Recommended cm/360° Range
20–50 cm/360°
Most FPS players land in this range. Adjust from your current feel. For Co-op FPS like Payday 3, most competitive players use 20–50 cm/360°. A longer swipe distance (high cm/360°) gives more precision; shorter (low cm/360°) gives faster aim transitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good cm/360° for Payday 3?
For Payday 3, 20–50 cm/360° covers most competitive players. If you're playing Co-op FPS and prioritising precision aim, aim for the higher end of that range.
Why is cm/360° better than in-game sensitivity?
Payday 3's sensitivity setting is an arbitrary number that only makes sense within Payday 3. cm/360° is absolute — it tells you exactly how much physical movement equals a full spin, making it transferable to any game or setup.
How do I find my current cm/360°?
Open a game, spin your crosshair exactly 360°, and measure how far you moved the mouse with a ruler. That number (in centimetres) is your current cm/360°. Alternatively, enter your current DPI and sensitivity into this calculator and it will show you.