Check out the best Sniper Rifle in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2020 & Warzone! Find out pros & cons of HDR vs AX-50, loadouts, attachments setup & which is best for you in COD MW!!!
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Check Out Warzone Summary Here!Best Sniper Rifle: HDR vs AX-50 Comparison
This article is for both Modern Warfare Multiplayer and Warzone.
Distinct Characteristics For Both
Unlike most other weapons, HDR & AX-50 has distinct characteristics that makes them highly preference oriented. Your experience with each Sniper Rifle will vary greatly based on your playstyle. We break down these differences in our guide.
HDR vs AX-50 Comparison Table
| Characteristics | HDR | AX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet Velocity | Slower | Faster |
| Bullet Drop | None | Some |
| Stability At Range | Higher | Lower |
| ADS Speed | Slower | Faster |
| Rate of Fire | Slower | Faster |
| Damage | 1 shot kill | 1 shot kill |
Use Blueprints To Test Sniper Rifles
If you have the Battle Pass or met Mission Challenges, chances are you may have a few HDR or AMX blueprints lying around. As they come with attachments, use blueprints to get a better feel of the 2 weapons.
Check out All Weapon Blueprints here!Best Sniper Rifle Loadout: HDR
Best Sniper For Accurate Players
HDR's power lies in its ballistics stability at all ranges. In short, if you're good at putting the crosshairs on targets first, you can kill your opponents fast. Its slower rate of fire means that follow-up shots are slower so make every shot count.
Check out HDR Stats here!HDR Best For:
- Players good with aiming.
- Long-Range engagements.
- Players that likes to take things slow.
- Calculating players that loves to ambush.
Great For Long-Range Sniping
HDR has a very stable ballistics trajectory that remains flat even to extreme ranges. If you're looking to pick people from very far away, HDR is suitable for the task.
Harder to Snap-Shot
HDR is restricted by its slower Aim Down Sights (ADS) speed & Slower fire rate (Re-cocking motion). Its highly possible you'll be outgunned when caught with your pants down, so plan and act strategically.
Bring Renetti Or Another weapon For Protection
Unless you're running Amped Perk, you'll probably won't swap fast enough to your other weapon in time when ambushed. Renetti will be a good sidearm to bring for its fast swap speed and ease of use. Renetti was introduced in Season 3.
Check out Renetti guide here!HDR Best Sniper Rifle Loadout & Attachments
All-Purpose Warzone Loadout
| Primary | HDR |
|---|---|
| Secondary | RAM-7 |
| Lethal | Frag Grenade or Molotov Cocktail |
| Tactical | Heartbeat Sensor |
| Perk 1 | Cold-Blooded |
| Perk 2 | Overkill |
| Perk 3 | Amped |
Snipe & Fight At All Ranges
This loadout allows you to snipe with ease while still be able to fight at all ranges. Deal with enemies close by with Ram-7 while sniping away with HDR in the meantime.
Hide From Thermal Optics
Thermal optics are plentiful in Warzone and being able to hide from it is a huge plus, especially when counter-sniping. So, we picked Cold Blooded for this setup.
Check First If Area Is Safe To Snipe
Heartbeat sensor lets you have a rough estimate on if there's enemies in the vicinity. Check it often to see if the are's clear for a long-range shot.
HDR Recommended Attachments
| Attachment | Reason |
|---|---|
| Merc Thermal Optic | Easier target acquisition with thermal optics. Won't show players using the Cold-Blooded Perk however so is a bit more situational. |
| FTAC Stalker-Scout | Increased Aim-Down sight speed (ADS) for faster engagements. |
| Focus | Increased control while being shot at, allowing more accurate counter-attack. |
| Thermal Dual Power Scope | Find targets at extreme ranges easily with this thermal high-power scope |
| Tac Laser | If you're exposing your position with high power optics anyway, why not lower your ADS time as well? |
Best Sniper Rifle Loadout: AX-50
Best Sniper For Mobility
AX-50 can better adapt to the changing environments thanks to its faster Aim Down Sights (ADS) speed & good fire rate (Re-cocking motion). It will feel handy for players that likes to set their own conditions for battle.
Check out AX-50 Stats here!AX-50 Best For:
- Players that likes to remain mobile.
- Aggressive players.
- Close to Mid-Range Engagements.
Familiarize With the Bullet Drop
While not as serious as the Bullet drops in other games, AX-50 has a bit of bullet drop that can make make you miss a shot in ranged engagements. Its something that can only be minimized by muscle memory, so get training!
Can Wipe Opponents Faster In Warzone
With its faster rate of fire, you can kill opponents downed by your 1st shots faster than HDR in Warzone. If finishing the job is what you're after, AX-50 will be of good use.
AX-50 Best Sniper Rifle Loadout & Attachments
Warzone Pursuer Loadout
| Primary | AX-50 |
|---|---|
| Secondary | Renetti until you found a good weapon to keep as protection |
| Lethal | Frag Grenade or Molotov Cocktail |
| Tactical | Gas Grenade |
| Perk 1 | Cold-Blooded |
| Perk 2 | High Alert Perk |
| Perk 3 | Amped |
Great Versatility In The Field
Weapons are plentiful in Warzone field. Why stick to one weapon? With Amped, you can swap your secondary weapon to anything you deem is good in the field that fit your situation. Just keep your AX-50 for fast sniping.
Know When You're Spotted With High Alert
High Alert lets you know when you've been sighted and a rough direction of the enemy spotting you. Use it to evade & outflank opponents.
Hide From Thermal Optics
As you move & snipe around, it is very likely you'll be spotted by thermal optics. Cold-Blooded will stop those pesky snipers spots and let you move around and counter-snipe easier.
AX-50 Recommended Attachments
| Attachment | Reason |
|---|---|
| Merc Thermal Optic | Easier target acquisition with thermal optics. Won't show players using the Cold-Blooded Perk however so is a bit more situational. |
| Cronen C480 Pro Optic | Avoid exposing your position with this x3.5 optics. Easier to use in mobile situations than high-power optics |
| Singuard Arms Assassin | Increased Aim-Down sight speed (ADS) for faster engagements. |
| Focus | Increased control while being shot at, allowing more accurate counter-attack. |
| Tac Laser | Suitable for the highly mobile playstyle of AX-50 |
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