Pistols Comparison
P250 vs Tec-9
The Tec-9 leads in 5 of 13 stats, giving it an overall advantage over the P250.
Side-by-Side Stat Comparison
| Stat | P250 | Tec-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $300 | $500 |
| Kill Reward | $300 | $300 |
| Damage | 38 | 33 |
| Armor Penetration | 63.5% | 90.6% |
| Fire Rate (RPM) | 400 | 500 |
| Magazine Size | 13 | 18 |
| Reserve Ammo | 26 | 90 |
| Reload Time | 2.17s | 2.42s |
| Move Speed | 240 u/s | 240 u/s |
| Range Modifier | 0.94 | 0.85 |
| Wall Penetration | 1 | 1 |
| Headshot Multiplier | 4.00x | 4.00x |
| DPS (Raw) | 253 | 275 |
DPS & Time to Kill
DPS is calculated as damage x RPM / 60. TTK assumes consecutive body shots against armored targets.
P250
253
Raw DPS
Tec-9
275
Raw DPS
Time to Kill (Armored Body Shots)
| Target HP | P250 Shots | P250 TTK | Tec-9 Shots | Tec-9 TTK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 HP | 5 | 600ms | 4 | 360ms |
| 125 HP | 6 | 750ms | 5 | 480ms |
| 150 HP | 7 | 900ms | 6 | 600ms |
Key Differences
- The P250 is $200 cheaper than the Tec-9, making it a better budget option.
- The P250 deals 5 more base damage per shot.
- The Tec-9 has a higher fire rate at 500 RPM vs 400 RPM.
- The Tec-9 delivers more raw DPS (275 vs 253), meaning faster kills on paper.
- The Tec-9 has a larger magazine (18 rounds vs 13), giving more sustained fire before reloading.
- The Tec-9 has higher armor penetration (90.6% vs 63.5%), making it stronger against armored opponents.
When to Use Each Weapon
P250
- Choose the P250 on eco or semi-buy rounds when your team has limited funds.
- The P250 excels at holding long angles where each shot counts due to its higher per-bullet damage.
Tec-9
- Buy the Tec-9 on full-buy rounds when economy allows, since it costs more.
- The Tec-9's faster fire rate makes it effective in close-range duels and spray-downs.
- The Tec-9's larger magazine is ideal for holding rushes or clearing multiple enemies without reloading.
- The Tec-9 is the better pick against fully-armored opponents due to its superior armor penetration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the P250 better than the Tec-9 in CS2?
- It depends on the situation. The P250 deals more damage per shot, while the Tec-9 fires faster. The Tec-9 leads in 5 of 13 stats, giving it an overall advantage over the P250.
- When should I buy the P250 over the Tec-9?
- Buy the P250 when your economy is tight — it saves you $200. Consider the Tec-9 when the round calls for faster fire rate.
- Which has more DPS: P250 or Tec-9?
- The Tec-9 has higher raw DPS. Tec-9: 275 DPS vs P250: 253 DPS. Keep in mind raw DPS doesn't account for accuracy or recoil.
- What is the TTK for P250 vs Tec-9?
- Against a 100 HP armored target, the P250 needs 5 shots (600ms) while the Tec-9 needs 4 shots (360ms). Real TTK varies with accuracy, headshots, and distance.
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