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The M4A4 and M4A1-S are the two primary rifle choices for Counter-Terrorists in CS2. This comparison helps you decide which to use based on your playstyle and the situation.

== Stats Comparison ==
{| class="wikitable"
! Stat !! [[M4A4]] !! [[M4A1-S]]
|-
| '''Price''' || $3100 || $2900
|-
| '''Damage''' || 33 || 38
|-
| '''Fire Rate''' || 666 RPM || 600 RPM
|-
| '''Magazine''' || 30 / 90 || 20 / 80
|-
| '''Armor Penetration''' || 70% || 70%
|-
| '''Movement Speed''' || 225 u/s || 225 u/s
|-
| '''Silencer''' || No || Yes
|-
| '''Tracers''' || Yes || No
|}

== When to Choose M4A4 ==
* You play positions where you face multiple enemies simultaneously (B site on many maps)
* You prefer spray-heavy gameplay and need the 30-round magazine
* You play close-to-medium range positions where the fire rate advantage matters
* You value the higher total ammo pool (120 vs 100 total rounds)

== When to Choose M4A1-S ==
* You hold long angles where the accuracy advantage is critical
* You play sneaky positions where the silencer hides your location
* You value the tighter spray pattern for easier recoil control
* You want to save $200 for an extra flashbang
* You have disciplined aim and rarely need more than 20 rounds per engagement

== Key Differences ==
'''Damage:''' The M4A1-S deals 38 damage per hit vs the M4A4's 33, meaning fewer body shots to kill.

'''Silencer:''' The M4A1-S produces no tracers and has reduced sound, making it harder for enemies to locate you. This is the single biggest gameplay difference between the two.

'''Magazine Size:''' The M4A4's 30-round magazine is significantly more forgiving. In clutch situations against multiple opponents, the extra 10 rounds can be the difference between winning and losing.

'''Fire Rate:''' The M4A4 fires at 666 RPM vs 600 RPM, giving it a slightly faster time-to-kill when spraying.

== Professional Usage ==
In professional CS2, the M4A1-S is generally more popular due to its silencer and accuracy advantages. However, many players switch between the two depending on the map and position they are playing. Teams often have a mix of both rifles within a single round.

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