S1
Silver 1
Silver Tier · Bottom 5% · Premier 0 – 2,999
5%
Player Base
Bottom 5%
Percentile
0 – 2,999
Premier Rating
0.60 – 0.75
Avg K/D
About Silver 1
Silver 1 is the entry-level rank in CS2, representing players who are brand new to the game or still learning the very basics. At this rank, players are discovering mechanics like movement, aiming, buying weapons, and basic map layouts.
Typical Stats at S1
| Metric | Range |
|---|---|
| K/D Ratio | 0.60 – 0.75 |
| Average Damage per Round (ADR) | 40 – 55 |
| Headshot Percentage | 20 – 30% |
| Premier Rating Range | 0 – 2,999 |
Where S1 Falls in the Distribution
S1 — 5% of players (Bottom 5%)
How to Rank Up from Silver 1
1
Focus on learning crosshair placement — keep your crosshair at head height
2
Learn the buy menu and basic economy (save when you can't afford rifles)
3
Practice moving and shooting separately — stop before shooting for accuracy
4
Learn callouts for at least one map (Dust 2 or Mirage are beginner-friendly)
5
Play Deathmatch to improve your aim before jumping into competitive
All CS2 Ranks
S1 Silver 1 5% S2 Silver 2 5% S3 Silver 3 6% S4 Silver 4 6% SE Silver Elite 7% SEM Silver Elite Master 8% GN1 Gold Nova 1 10% GN2 Gold Nova 2 11% GN3 Gold Nova 3 10% GNM Gold Nova Master 9% MG1 Master Guardian 1 8% MG2 Master Guardian 2 6% MGE Master Guardian Elite 4% DMG Distinguished Master Guardian 3% LE Legendary Eagle 2% LEM Legendary Eagle Master 1.5% SMFC Supreme Master First Class 0.7% GE Global Elite 0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
- What percentile is Silver 1 in CS2?
- Silver 1 (S1) represents approximately Bottom 5% of the CS2 player base, with about 5% of players at this exact rank.
- What Premier rating is Silver 1?
- Silver 1 roughly corresponds to a Premier rating of 0 – 2,999. The exact mapping varies as Valve adjusts rating boundaries.
- How do I rank up from Silver 1?
- To rank up from Silver 1, focus on winning consecutive matches, improving your K/D ratio and ADR, and playing consistently. The tips section on this page provides specific advice for your skill level.
- What are typical stats for Silver 1?
- Typical stats at Silver 1: K/D ratio of 0.60 – 0.75, Average Damage per Round (ADR) of 40 – 55, and headshot percentage of 20 – 30%.
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