Best Warzone 2 SMG - Submachine gun tier list

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June 14, 2023: Season 4 kicks off today and we've updated our Warzone SMG tier list so you know which are best and which ones to avoid.

What is the best Warzone 2 SMG to use over the course of Season 4? That's one question on the minds of Warzone fans preparing to drop into the action once again.

The latest seasonal update for Call of Duty's battle royale sees the arrival of the ISO 45 which comes with a range of characteristics perfect for close-quarters action.

Before we take a closer look at the best Warzone 2 SMG, don't forget to check out our other guides showcasing the best ranked play loadouts and intel on when the next double XP event takes place.

What is the best Warzone 2 SMG?

Determining the best Warzone 2 SMG is a tricky task. With nine to choose from and each one possessing a wide range of characteristics, there's one to suit all styles of play.

Currently leading the charge are the Lachmann Sub and the Vaznev 9K thanks to their impressive rate of fire, high mobility, and strong damage output capable of shredding through any opposition in close-range combat.

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Call of Duty Warzone 2 SMG tier list

S Tier Lachmann Sub Vaznev 9K
A TierPDSW 528 VEL 46 Bas-P Fennec 45 FTAC Siege
B TierFSS Hurricane Minibak MX9

There's very little separating the Warzone 2 SMG selection. Below the top tier, there are plenty of choices when looking for an alternative. The likes of the MX9 and VEL 46 come with plenty of firepower but their lack of versatility lets you down in the heat of battle.

Closely following the A tier is the B tier containing even more variety. The PDSW 528 and Minibak come with huge magazines as standard and as the first season of the battle royale progresses, there's always a chance the list moves around.

Once players start establishing a meta, we'll update the guide showcasing which SMGs you should use and which ones you need to avoid in order to score plenty of kills during a match.

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Warzone 2 season 4 start date

Season 4 of Warzone kicked off on June 14, 2023, and saw the arrival of the Vondel map and a Vengeance Icon which you can use to track any nearby opponents.

That's everything there is to know about the best Warzone 2 SMG. We will update this guide regularly once the game is out and we've managed to determine which is the best to use as part of a loadout. In the meantime, check out the best Warzone 2 FOV settings to find the best view of the action.

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