Metric benchmark
Valorant Average Combat Score (ACS) by Rank
What is a good ACS in Valorant? See median combat score by rank tier so you know if you are carrying, trading evenly, or needing more impact.
Sample: 138 players · updated Jun 15, 2026
What this metric means
Average Combat Score (ACS) measures round impact — kills, assists, damage, and multi-kill bonuses. It is the scoreboard number most players mean when they ask about "ACS".
Median ACS by tier
By specific rank
| Rank | Median ACS | Players |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze 1 | 223 | 9 |
| Bronze 2 | 207 | 5 |
| Bronze 3 | 192 | 9 |
| Silver 1 | 216 | 7 |
| Silver 2 | 187 | 7 |
| Gold 1 | 210 | 10 |
| Gold 2 | 211 | 12 |
| Gold 3 | 222 | 11 |
| Platinum 1 | 223 | 16 |
| Platinum 2 | 195 | 7 |
| Platinum 3 | 230 | 5 |
| Diamond 1 | 198 | 10 |
| Diamond 2 | 205 | 5 |
| Ascendant 1 | 223 | 5 |
| Ascendant 3 | 198 | 5 |
How to improve
Low ACS usually means low damage traded per life, not just fewer frags. Focus on trading teammates and dealing damage before dying, not only opening picks.
Related pages
Frequently asked questions
What is a good ACS in Valorant? +
Good ACS is rank-relative. A Diamond player near the Diamond median is performing fine for that lobby; compare tier rows instead of pro match highlights.
What is ACS? +
Average Combat Score — round impact from kills, assists, damage, and multi-kills. It is the scoreboard stat players mean when they ask about "ACS".
Does high ACS mean you deserve to rank up? +
Not alone. Matchmaking, role, and win contribution matter. Use ACS as a signal, then review decision quality with VOD coaching.
Compare your stats automatically
UpForge desktop syncs your Riot profile and highlights gaps after every match.