The best sniper rifles in Warzone

Call of Duty: Warzone throws players into a wide-open battlefield where they must face fierce competition with other operators dropping into the AO Whether it's racing for victory in Plunder or battling opponents on the chaotic map of Area 99 Resurgence, there's no shortage of action in every match. However, for those looking to stay ahead of the competition, equipping yourself with the right weapons for the job is essential.



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Assault rifles and submachine guns are the best weapons in the world right now Warzone meta. However, there are a few underrated weapon categories for players to consider. One such category is the game's list of sniper rifles, each of which offers great long-range potential along with a mix of firearms, semi-automatic weapons, and firearms. Here are just some of them best shooting rifles to use Warzonetogether with the best builds for them.


1 Kar98K

Single-shot shooting rifle with excellent maneuverability

A screenshot showing Kar98k's best build in Warzone

Best Kar98K Attachments:

  • Range Caller V3.4 Optic (Optic)
  • Polarfire S suppressor (muzzle)
  • Prazisiongewehr 720 Long Barrel (barrel)
  • XRK Edge BW-4 hand stop (under barrel)
  • 7.92x57mm High Grain Rounds (Ammunition)


The Kar98K is currently the best sniper rifle for players looking for a powerful alternative to a sniper rifle. His ability eliminate your opponent with a single headshot or two point shots make him a particularly strong choice. The only major drawback of the weapon is its limited range, which can be improved with the aforementioned attachments. Key accessories that players should equip are the Polarfire S Suppressor, Prazisiongewehr 720 Long Barrel, and 7.92x57mm High Grain Rounds each. increasing projectile speed and damage range.

With these attachments, Kar98K can achieve a reliable one-shot head kill at up to 46 meterscompared to the standard 31 meters. For the latter two attachments, players should choose the optics of their preference – ideally with increased magnification – and the XRK Edge BW-4 Handstop. This improves control propertiessuch as aim-down speed and sprint-to-fire speed. The result is a fast and reliable Marksman Rifle that is especially deadly on smaller Resurgence maps like Area 99 and Rebirth Island.


2 Tempus torrent

Suppressed rifle with excellent damage and range

A screenshot showing the best Tempus Torrent builds in Warzone

Best Tempus Torrent Attachments:

  • Corio Eagleseye 2.5x (optical)
  • Chroma LRS (barrel)
  • Schlager Tango (Underbarrel)
  • 50 round drum (magazine)
  • 7.62x51mm High Grain Rounds (Ammunition)

Next up is the pro build Tempus torrentan older semi-automatic marksman rifle known for boasting the best kill time at 50 meters. The Tempus Torrent's primary drawback is its high vertical recoil, which can reduce its effectiveness at longer ranges. However, the above build greatly alleviates this problem. The essential accessories that players should equip are the Chroma LRS barrel and the 7.62x51mm High Grain Rounds, both increase damage range and projectile speed while also hide players from the minimap.


With these attachments Tempus Torrent Hitscan range is extended to 63 meterscompared to the standard 41 meters. Another key attachment is the Schlager Tango, which reduces recoil and improves shooting stability. For the last few attachments, players have some flexibility. These include an optic of your choice along with an extended magazine to provide suppressive fire for teammates or maintain continuous fire with minimal downtime. The result is an excellent capable semi-automatic rifle eliminate fully armored opponents with just four shots.

3 DM-10

A fast-firing medium-range marksman rifle

A screenshot showing the best DM-10 builds in Warzone

Best DM-10 Supplements:

  • Ported compensator (mouth)
  • Ranger Handguard (Underbarrel)
  • Reinforced barrel (barrel)
  • Balance weight of inventory(s)
  • Rapid Fire (Fire Mods)

Optional accessories with Gunfighter:

  • Willis 3x (optics)
  • Extended Mag I (magazine)
  • Quick release handle (rear handle)


Move to a Black Ops 6 weapon now s DM-10another semi-auto weapon similar to the Tempus Torrent, only its damage range isn't necessarily the best in comparison. However, in terms of customization options, the DM-10 may be a superior choice over the Tempus. Basic add-ons players will want to use include the Ported Compensator, Ranger Handguard, and Buffer Weight Stock, each of which aims to dampen the gun's recoil to make it much more controllable from a distance. Pair it with Reinforced Barrel and players get an effective time-to-kill range of about 53 meters, compared to 42.

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As for the last base attachment, Rapid Fire is a great choice, and while it often reduces the kill rate of weapons in Warzoneincreases it for DM-10. For players using the Gunfighter, be sure to throw in a good optic, any extended mag along with the Quick Draw Grip. increase aim-down speed by 24%. The resulting structure provides a reliable four shot kill at most ranges but may sometimes require a fifth shot at long range. It may not be as powerful as Tempus Torrent, but it's definitely a close second.


4 SWAT 5.56

Heavy Burst Rifle

A screenshot showing the best SWAT 5.56 builds in Warzone

Best SWAT 5.56 Attachments:

  • Willis 3x (optics)
  • Ported compensator (mouth)
  • Reinforced barrel (barrel)
  • Vertical Forend (Lower)
  • 5.56 Nato Overpressure (Fire Mods)

Optional accessories with Gunfighter:

  • Commando Grip (rear grip)
  • Extended Mag I (magazine)
  • Light Stock (in stock)

It's after DM-10 SWAT 5.56one of two salvo options in the Marksman Rifle category. In terms of raw time to kill, the SWAT 5.56 is far from the best choice, but sits comfortably behind the DM-10, making it the second worst Black Ops 6 options above 33 meters. Basic accessories players will want to use include the Ported Compensator and Vertical Foregrip smooth out the weapon's vertical kickalong with the Reinforced Barrel and 5.56 Nato Overpressured Mod to increase projectile speedy


With these combinations of attachments, players are awarded effective range to kill 38 metersof 33. Completing the necessary attachments for a five-attachment setup are optics, with the Willis 3x being a great choice. For players using Gunfighter, remember to use Light Stock and Commando Grip for improved handling and general movement speedon top of the extended stack. While not exactly the best marksman rifle, it is particularly strong at mid-range and capable elimination of the opponent with three doses if every bullet in the batch finds its mark.

5 Tsarkov 7.62

A shooting rifle with high maneuverability and mobility

Screenshot showing the best build of Tsarkov 7.62 in Warzone

Best Tsarkov 7.62 Attachments:

  • Willis 3x (optics)
  • Ported compensator (mouth)
  • Reinforced barrel (barrel)
  • Ranger Handguard (Underbarrel)
  • Recoil Springs (Fire Mods)

Optional accessories with Gunfighter:

  • Commando Grip (rear grip)
  • Extended Mag II (magazine)
  • Light Stock (in stock)


It's the last one in line Tsarkov 7.62a semi-automatic rifle that doesn't boast the best damage in its weapon category, but is a nimble choice for players who want to stay fast on the battlefield. Kicking off the must-have additions to this build are the Ported Compensator, Ranger Handguard and Recoil Springs each weapon recoil mitigationwhich is particularly strong in rapid fire. Pairing these options with a reinforced barrel increases weapon range to 52 metersa big improvement over the usual 43.

The essential accessory is the Willis 3x, which gives players extra magnification for targets at longer distances. While these attachments make for a solid five-attachment lineup, Gunfighter players should opt for the Commando Grip. improve handlingextended magazine of your choice and Light Stock for the best mobility support. While the Carkov 7.62 isn't exactly the best weapon in the game, it can be a good choice for mid-range deployments.

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