Pistols Comparison
P2000 vs Dual Berettas
The Dual Berettas leads in 6 of 13 stats, giving it an overall advantage over the P2000.
Side-by-Side Stat Comparison
| Stat | P2000 | Dual Berettas |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $300 |
| Kill Reward | $300 | $300 |
| Damage | 35 | 38 |
| Armor Penetration | 50.5% | 52% |
| Fire Rate (RPM) | 353 | 500 |
| Magazine Size | 13 | 30 |
| Reserve Ammo | 52 | 120 |
| Reload Time | 2.17s | 3.77s |
| Move Speed | 240 u/s | 240 u/s |
| Range Modifier | 0.91 | 0.79 |
| Wall Penetration | 1 | 1 |
| Headshot Multiplier | 4.00x | 4.00x |
| DPS (Raw) | 206 | 317 |
DPS & Time to Kill
DPS is calculated as damage x RPM / 60. TTK assumes consecutive body shots against armored targets.
Time to Kill (Armored Body Shots)
| Target HP | P2000 Shots | P2000 TTK | Dual Berettas Shots | Dual Berettas TTK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 HP | 6 | 850ms | 6 | 600ms |
| 125 HP | 8 | 1190ms | 7 | 720ms |
| 150 HP | 9 | 1360ms | 8 | 840ms |
Key Differences
- The P2000 is $100 cheaper than the Dual Berettas, making it a better budget option.
- The Dual Berettas deals 3 more base damage per shot.
- The Dual Berettas has a higher fire rate at 500 RPM vs 353 RPM.
- The Dual Berettas delivers more raw DPS (317 vs 206), meaning faster kills on paper.
- The Dual Berettas has a larger magazine (30 rounds vs 13), giving more sustained fire before reloading.
- The Dual Berettas has higher armor penetration (52% vs 50.5%), making it stronger against armored opponents.
The Economics
The price gap is $100: the P2000 costs $200 against $300 for the Dual Berettas. On a full buy with armor and utility (~$1,000-1,400 on top of the gun), that difference decides whether a third teammate can buy a smoke or a flash — weapon choice is a team-economy decision, not just a personal one. Both pay the same $300 per kill, so neither builds economy faster. Run full round scenarios in the economy calculator.
Bottom line: The Dual Berettas leads in 6 of 13 stats, giving it an overall advantage over the P2000. Raw output favors the Dual Berettas (317 DPS vs 206), but CS2 rounds are won on first-shot accuracy and positioning — treat the stat edge as a tiebreaker, not the decision. Once you know which one you are carrying, dress it: see the best P2000 skins and best Dual Berettas skins.
When to Use Each Weapon
P2000
- Choose the P2000 on eco or semi-buy rounds when your team has limited funds.
Dual Berettas
- Buy the Dual Berettas on full-buy rounds when economy allows, since it costs more.
- The Dual Berettas excels at holding long angles where each shot counts due to its higher per-bullet damage.
- The Dual Berettas's faster fire rate makes it effective in close-range duels and spray-downs.
- The Dual Berettas's larger magazine is ideal for holding rushes or clearing multiple enemies without reloading.
- The Dual Berettas is the better pick against fully-armored opponents due to its superior armor penetration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the P2000 better than the Dual Berettas in CS2?
- It depends on the situation. The P2000 has a lower price point, while the Dual Berettas fires faster. The Dual Berettas leads in 6 of 13 stats, giving it an overall advantage over the P2000.
- When should I buy the P2000 over the Dual Berettas?
- Buy the P2000 when your economy is tight — it saves you $100. Consider the Dual Berettas when the round calls for faster fire rate.
- Which has more DPS: P2000 or Dual Berettas?
- The Dual Berettas has higher raw DPS. Dual Berettas: 317 DPS vs P2000: 206 DPS. Keep in mind raw DPS doesn't account for accuracy or recoil.
- What is the TTK for P2000 vs Dual Berettas?
- Against a 100 HP armored target, the P2000 needs 6 shots (850ms) while the Dual Berettas needs 6 shots (600ms). Real TTK varies with accuracy, headshots, and distance.