Valorant - Weapons Tier List Patch 8.09

Let's take a look at the latest Valorant guns tier list in Patch 8.09. We ranked every single weapon, starting from worst to best, so you can make the perfect choice!

Valorant Gun Tier List Patch 8.09: All Guns Ranked
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The new Patch 8.09 in Valorant is finally here! Although it doesn't offer many changes, apart from a few tweaks to Brimstone and some bug fixes, we're excited to share with you our guns tier list for the new 8.09 meta.

As the old saying goes, information is power. That's why we're here to rank all Valorant guns from worst to best, so you can choose the most powerful weapon and rank up fast!

Don't forget to take a look at the short pros and cons lists for each gun below. Let's dive in!

Valorant - Weapons Tier List Patch 8.09
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Tier List Explanation

The 5 tiers used to divide all Valorant guns are as follows:

  • D-Tier - Weak and not recommended
  • C-Tier - Decent performance but with a lot of limitations
  • B-Tier - Solid choices in the right hands
  • A-Tier - Powerful performance and versatility in combat
  • S-Tier - Best weapons in the current meta

This list ranks all guns from worst to best for Patch 8.09, following the order with D-Tier guns being the weakest and S-Tier guns being the strongest, according to METAscr.

Note: Be aware that the ratings might vary in different lists. It's always important to experiment with guns to find the best match for you!

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Valorant Patch 8.09 D-Tier Guns

Valorant - Weapons Tier List Patch 8.09

Classic

The Classic is the cheapest option available in Valorant, offering a high fire rate compared to other pistols. However, its accuracy is significantly lower at long ranges.

PROS:

  • Good for close-quarters combat

CONS:

  • Deals low damage
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Frenzy

The Frenzy is a great gun for close-quarters combat. Its weakness lies in its inaccuracy at long ranges.

PROS:

  • Fast fire rates

CONS:

  • Needs frequent reloads
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Bucky

The Bucky shotgun deals significant damage at close range. Unfortunately, its slow rate of fire might cause issues in some situations.

PROS:

  • High damage at close range

CONS:

  • Follow-up shots are slower to execute

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Valorant Patch 8.09 C-Tier Guns

Valorant - Weapons Tier List Patch 8.09

Shorty

The Shorty has some major weaknesses. Although it's cheap, it's very difficult to maximize its potential outside of close-quarters combat.

PROS:

  • Deals big damage in close-quarters combat

CONS:

  • Limited range
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Sheriff

With its ability to deal significant damage, the Sheriff is great for headshots. However, it requires precise aim and timing.

PROS:

  • Good accuracy at longer distances

CONS:

  • Difficult to master
  • Expensive
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Marshal

The Marshal is a good choice for those who like headshots. Like other sniper rifles, this one has a long reload time.

PROS:

  • Deals significant damage

CONS:

  • Expensive

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Valorant Patch 8.09 B-Tier Guns

Valorant - Weapons Tier List Patch 8.09

Stinger

Although the Stinger isn't the best choice in most situations, it offers some benefits, such as a high rate of fire.

PROS:

  • Low cost

CONS:

  • Unreliable for engagements beyond mid-range
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Ares

The Ares is a good gun when it comes to your budget. However, it requires time and effort to master.

PROS:

  • No need for frequent reloads

CONS:

  • Heavy
  • Difficult to master
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Judge

The Judge is a great shotgun for close-quarters combat. Its small size is considered a weakness since it requires frequent reloads.

PROS:

  • Fast fire rate

CONS:

  • Limited effective range
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Guardian

The Guardian deals high damage per shot but it requires players to manually control their fire rate.

PROS:

  • Accuracy

CONS:

  • Expensive
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Ghost

The Ghost is one of the cheaper sidearms available in Valorant, but it has lower damage per shot.

PROS:

  • Low cost

CONS:

  • Requires frequent reloads

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Valorant Patch 8.09 A-Tier Guns

Valorant - Weapons Tier List Patch 8.09

Bulldog

What makes the Bulldog powerful is its ability to switch between burst fire and automatic fire modes. Its downside is the limited effectiveness at long ranges.

PROS:

  • Good accuracy

CONS:

  • Expensive
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Spectre

The Spectre is extremely effective for aggressive playstyles but struggles with accuracy at longer distances.

PROS:

  • Light

CONS:

  • Requires multiple shots to eliminate enemies
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Outlaw

With its ability to fire consecutive shorts without zooming out, the Outlaw is not a bad choice. The disadvantage here is the long reload time.

PROS:

  • Significant damage output

CONS:

  • Difficult to master
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Odin

The Odin is known for its poor mobility. However, in some maps like Split, it can be very dangerous.

PROS:

  • Reduced need for reloads

CONS:

  • Heavy
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Operator

The Operator comes equipped with a scope and it's an excellent choice for one-shot kills. If the high cost is not a problem, go for it!

PROS:

  • One-shot kill potential

CONS:

  • Expensive

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Valorant Patch 8.09 S-Tier Guns

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Phantom

You can never go wrong with the Phantom. Its fully automatic firing mode and silenced shots are extremely effective.

PROS:

  • Versatile and quiet

CONS:

  • Less precise
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Vandal

The Vandal deals significant damage with each shot and it has a predictable recoil pattern. Its shots might not be silenced, but it definitely remains the cream of the crop!

PROS:

  • High damage output
  • Precise

CONS:

  • Noisy

Summary of Best Valorant Guns in Patch 8.09

Valorant - Weapons Tier List Patch 8.09
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It's important to keep in mind that Valorant is always evolving, along with the gun tier lists. Don't hesitate to check out all weapons - each one comes with unique attributes and strengths to help you reach top rankings in the Valorant meta! This tier list serves as guidance to make better decisions so you can climb to the top and rank up in Patch 8.09.

For more information about the new patch, you can check out our Valorant Agents Tier List.

Let's take a quick look at our ranking summary.

Tier Guns
D-Tier Classic, Frenzy, Bucky
C-Tier    Shorty, Sheriff, Marshal
B-Tier Stinger, Ares, Judge, Guardian, Ghost
A-Tier Bulldog, Spectre, Outlaw, Odin, Operator
S-Tier  Vandal, Phantom

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