Dominating Call of Duty: Warzone requires the right arsenal. As seasoned players and analysts who've tracked meta shifts across seasons, we've ranked Season 5's top weapons using TrueGameData stats—covering over 100 guns from Modern Warfare and Black Ops Cold War on Verdansk '84 and Rebirth Island.
Season 5 Reloaded shook up the meta by nerfing the Krig 6, elevating options like the FARA 83. While optimizing your graphics and controller settings matters, mastering these weapons is key to victory. Here's our authoritative tier list and countdown of the top 10.
We've evaluated every primary weapon for performance in current patches. S-Tier defines the meta; A-Tier offers strong alternatives.
S-Tier: FARA 83, Krig 6, Stoner 63, Kar98k, Swiss K31, OTs 9, MAC-10
A-Tier: AK-47 (CW), QBZ-83, Grau 5.56, Milano, MP5 (MW), MP5 (CW), CR-56 AMAX, PKM, Bullfrog, Bruen Mk9, HDR, AS VAL, SP-R 208, EM2, JAK-12, Gallo SA12, C58
B-Tier: TEC-9, Nail Gun, CX-9, FFAR 1, RAM-7, MG 82, XM4, M4A1, MP7, Kilo 141, M13, PPSh-41, DMR 14, ZRG 20mm, LW3 – Tundra, M16, AK-74u, Oden, Origin 12, Groza, Sweeper, SA87, LC10
C-Tier: Fennec, FN Scar 17, Pelington 703, AX-50, M82, AUG(CW), Uzi, P90, RPD, VLK Rogue, Holger-26, Riot Shield, AN-94, CARV.2, R9-0
D-Tier: AUG (MW), Crossbow, PP19 Bizon, M60, MG34, Hauer 77, ISO, Striker 45, FAL, FiNN LMG, M91, Type 63, FR 5.56
F-Tier: Dragunov, Rytec AMR, EBR-14, 725, KSP 45, MK2 Carbine, R1 Shadowhunter, AK-47 (MW), SKS, Model 680
S-Tier weapons lead the pack—versatile and lethal. A-Tier guns excel with smart builds. B-Tier works in niches; C-Tier needs buffs. D-Tier offers fun but lacks edge; avoid F-Tier.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 221ms | Fire Rate: 730 RPM | Reload: 2.15s | Sprint-to-Fire: 263ms | Bullet Velocity: 720m/s | ADS Speed: 2.61m/s | Damage (0-31m): 42 | Headshot (31m+): 36
A staple since dominating 2020's meta, the Grau 5.56 shines with laser-like accuracy and manageable recoil. Ideal for all ranges with the right loadout—perfect for fully loaded perks.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 221ms | Fire Rate: 679 RPM | Reload: 2.15s | Sprint-to-Fire: 263ms | Bullet Velocity: 636m/s | ADS Speed: 2.8m/s | Damage (0-31m): 42 | Headshot (31m+): 36
From underrated in Season 4 to a Rebirth Island favorite, the QBZ-83 delivers punchy close-to-mid damage with solid accuracy post-buffs.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 267ms | Fire Rate: 600 RPM | Reload: 2.24s | Sprint-to-Fire: 263ms | Bullet Velocity: 617m/s | ADS Speed: 2.3m/s | Damage (0-26m): 54 | Damage (26m+): 48
Premier sniper support for mid-range shredding, boosted by Krig 6 nerfs. High damage rewards precise aim.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 400ms | Fire Rate: 719 RPM | Reload: 6.42s | Sprint-to-Fire: 325ms | Bullet Velocity: 600m/s | ADS Speed: 1.75m/s | Damage (0-40m): 49 | Damage (40m+): 42
Slow but devastating against squads. Pairs well with PKM or Bruen for LMG supremacy.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 192ms | Fire Rate: 855 RPM | Reload: 2.4s | Sprint-to-Fire: 117ms | Bullet Velocity: 350m/s | ADS Speed: 3.38m/s | Damage (0-7.7m): 45 | (7.7-16m): 31 | (16m+): 27
Blazing TTK and low recoil rival top SMGs. Magazine size holds it back slightly vs. MAC-10.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 263ms | Fire Rate: 652 RPM | Reload: 2.19s | Sprint-to-Fire: 263ms | Bullet Velocity: 606m/s | ADS Speed: 2.63m/s | Damage (0-34m): 43 | Headshot (34-56m): 37 | (56m+): 34
Post-nerf accuracy king among ARs. Prioritize headshots for optimal results.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 454ms | Fire Rate: 42 RPM | Reload: 2.95s | Sprint-to-Fire: 263ms | Bullet Velocity: 543m/s | ADS Speed: 1.33m/s | Damage (0-50m+): 250
Quickscoping beast with top mobility in its class, thanks to Cold War buffs.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 167ms | Fire Rate: 1118 RPM | Reload: 2s | Sprint-to-Fire: 163ms | Bullet Velocity: 356m/s | ADS Speed: 3.36m/s | Damage (0-15m): 27 | (15m+): 22
Rusher's dream: blistering fire rate and mobility post-integration.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 292ms | Fire Rate: 44 RPM | Reload: 3.58s | Sprint-to-Fire: 263ms | Bullet Velocity: 642m/s | ADS Speed: 1.95m/s | Damage (0-62m+): 250
Agile for close fights, pinpoint for long-range. Minimal drop, easy headshots.
Key Stats: ADS Time: 296ms | Fire Rate: 790 RPM | Reload: 3.17s | Sprint-to-Fire: 263ms | Bullet Velocity: 600m/s | ADS Speed: 2.31m/s | Damage (0-27m): 39 | (27m+): 35
Meta ruler post-Krig nerfs. Reliable across all ranges despite recoil tweaks.
Equip these for Season 5 wins. We'll update as patches roll out. For multiplayer, check our Black Ops Cold War top weapons. Images: Activision
