Best Warzone Sniper Rifle loadouts in Season 5

Sniper rifles have been dominating Warzone’s meta for some time now, and the strongest snipers are always amongst the best guns in Call of Duty’s battle royale.

The power of snipers is unmatched for long-range engagements, providing critical support by pressuring and eliminating enemy teams from afar, often without them even having the chance to fight back.

To keep snipers in check, Raven Software has implemented various buffs and nerfs throughout the Warzone’s history, with Season 5 being no exception.

You’ll want to stay on top of the meta to make sure your sniper loadouts are optimized, as even a seemingly minor change can make all the difference. The last thing anyone wants is to lose a gunfight because they chose a weapon that isn’t competitive anymore.

Best Warzone Sniper Rifles ranked

There are 13 sniper rifles in Warzone Season 5, with the latest addition being the Kar98k. Though this season did not add any new sniper rifles, Warzone’s latest update did introduce balance changes that have affected the meta.

Here’s how all of Warzone’s sniper rifles rank from strongest to weakest, assuming you are using the best loadout possible for each weapon:

1. Kar98k
2. KATT-AMR
3. MORS
4. XRK Stalker
5. MCPR-300
6. FJX Imperium
7. Victus XMR
8. KV Inhibitor
9. Signal 50
10. Carrack .300
11. Longbow
12. SP-X 80
13. LA-B 330

Best Sniper Rifles in Warzone Season 5

These are the five best sniper rifles to use in Season 5, all of which can down enemies in one headshot:

5. MCPR-300

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Best MCPR-300 Warzone Loadout

• Muzzle: Sonic Suppressor L
• Barrel: 22″ OMX-456
• Laser: SL Razorhawk Laser Light
• Ammunition: .300 Mag Explosive
• Magazine: 5 Round Magazine

The addition of newer MW3 snipers has left the MCPR-300 in a difficult position. It’s hard to justify using these days, but it is still the best MW2 sniper rifle, with the MCPR-300 holding its own as long as you’ve got the skill required. It’s not meta in Warzone Season 5, but if you want some variety, this rendition of the Barrett .50 cal hits hard and has great handling and mobility.

4. XRK Stalker

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Best XRK Stalker Warzone Loadout

• Muzzle: Sonic Suppressor XL
• Barrel: Fission 60 Barrel
• Laser: SL Razorhawk Laser Light
• Ammunition: .50 Cal High Grain Rounds
• Bolt: XRK Stalker Light Bolt

The XRK Stalker used to be the best sniper rifle for Resurgence, thanks to its fast mobility and handling. However, the Kar98k has since dethroned it, leaving this weapon out of favor. Even so, the XRK Stalker is still viable, as sniping as a whole is so strong. Just don’t be surprised when someone else outguns you using its successor.

3. MORS

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Best MORS Warzone Loadout

• Barrel: Tonne Heavy Barrel
• Stock: Superlite-90 Stock
• Ammunition: HVP Anti-Material Slug
• Rear Grip: OP-980 Grip
• Bolt: Quickbolt

The MORS is still a great sniper to use in Warzone Season 5, with its impressive range and damage helping it stand out. Even after countless nerfs to key stats like ADS Speed and bullet velocity, the MORS remains a top-tier option. Though it isn’t quite as dominant as when it was first released, this railgun remains a phenomenal weapon that can compete in any lobby.

2. KATT-AMR

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Best KATT-AMR Warzone Loadout

• Muzzle: Sonic Suppressor XL
• Barrel: Zang-34 Barrel
• Laser: SL Razorhawk Laser Light
• Ammunition: .50 Cal High Velocity
• Bolt: Ephemeral Quickbolt

In contrast to other meta snipers, the KATT-AMR is slow and heavy. However, it is still an incredible option that can down in one shot at any range. Even better, it doesn’t require a special ammo type to do so, leaving you free to use attachments to optimize other key stats. If you want to be a true marksman and get kills from hundreds of meters away, this is the best sniper to use.

1. Kar98k

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Best Kar98k Warzone Loadout

• Muzzle: Sonic Suppressor L
• Barrel: Prazisionsgewehr 762 Long Barrel
• Optic: Range Caller v3.4 Optic
• Ammunition: 7.92x57mm High Grain Rounds
• Slings: Recon Sling

The Kar98k has taken over Warzone’s meta, and it doesn’t take a genius to figure out why. It can down in one shot up to 76 meters, which is extraordinary considering how fast its handling is compared to other snipers. This weapon is especially strong in Resurgence, where it is currently the best weapon in the entire game. Even after multiple nerfs in past seasons, the Kar98k is still spectacularly strong.

Those are all the best Sniper Rifles to use in Warzone Season 5. For more meta weapons, check out the best Assault Rifles, SMGs, and which guns are the most popular right now. Also, you’ll want to make sure you are using the best controller settings and PC settings possible to optimize your experience.