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Dresden 9mm vs PDSW 528

Warzone — SMG vs SMG · Side-by-side stats, TTK & damage profiles

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At a Glance

Close TTK

Dresden 9mm—PDSW 528WIN

Long TTK

Dresden 9mmTIEPDSW 528TIE

ADS Speed

Dresden 9mmWINPDSW 528—

Bullet Vel.

Dresden 9mmWINPDSW 528—

Reload

Dresden 9mmWINPDSW 528—

Stat Overview

Dresden 9mmPDSW 528

Stat Breakdown

Dresden 9mmDresden 9mm
PDSW 528PDSW 528
536
RPM
909
200
ADS (ms)
210
140
Sprint-to-Fire
110
700
Bullet Vel m/s
570
32
Mag Size
50
58.5
Vert. Recoil
39.6
2.9
Reload (s)
3.2

Indigo bar = Dresden 9mm · Teal bar = PDSW 528 · Green number = better stat

Stat Comparison

Dresden 9mmDresden 9mm
Stat
PDSW 528PDSW 528
536RPM909
200ADS (ms)210
140msSprint-to-Fire110ms
700 m/sBullet Vel.570 m/s
32Mag Size50
58.5Vert. Recoil39.6
2.9Reload (s)3.2

Green = better stat for that weapon.

TTK Comparison at 150 HP (chest shots)

Dresden 9mmRangePDSW 528
336ms0–11.2m264ms
336ms11.2–18.6m330ms
448ms18.6m+462ms

Green = faster TTK. Assumes all shots connect.

TTK Comparison

When comparing the Dresden 9mm vs PDSW 528 in Warzone, TTK is often the deciding factor. At close range, the PDSW 528 has the faster time-to-kill (264ms vs 336ms). Across all ranges TTK remains competitive between the two.

Handling and Mobility

Handling is where the Dresden 9mm and PDSW 528 often diverge most. The Dresden 9mm has a faster ADS time at 200ms compared to 210ms for the PDSW 528, giving it a reaction speed edge in gun fights. The Dresden 9mm also reloads faster, which matters in sustained fights.

Range and Bullet Velocity

Bullet velocity directly impacts how much lead you need to apply at range. The Dresden 9mm fires at 700 m/s versus 570 m/s for the PDSW 528, making it noticeably more consistent at distance.

Magazine and Reload

Magazine size affects how long you can stay in a fight without reloading. The PDSW 528 carries 50 rounds by default versus 32 for the Dresden 9mm. That extra capacity suits more suppressive or squad-wiping roles. Extended mag attachments are available for both and are typically recommended in any meta build.

Choose Dresden 9mm if…

  • ✓Faster ADS speed matters (200ms vs 210ms)
  • ✓Higher bullet velocity is key (700 m/s vs 570 m/s)

Choose PDSW 528 if…

  • ✓You need faster close-range TTK (264ms vs 336ms)
  • ✓Larger magazine (50 vs 32 rounds) suits suppressive play

Which Weapon Should You Use?

The Dresden 9mm vs PDSW 528 comparison comes down to playstyle. Overall the Dresden 9mm edges ahead in more categories — particularly TTK and handling — making it the safer all-round pick for most players. The PDSW 528 remains competitive but is better suited to a specific playstyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Dresden 9mm or PDSW 528 better in Warzone?

The Dresden 9mm vs PDSW 528 comparison comes down to playstyle. Overall the Dresden 9mm edges ahead in more categories — particularly TTK and handling — making it the safer all-round pick for most players. The PDSW 528 remains competitive but is better suited to a specific playstyle.

What is the TTK of the Dresden 9mm vs PDSW 528?

At close range, the Dresden 9mm TTK is 336ms and the PDSW 528 TTK is 264ms (150 HP, chest shots). The PDSW 528 is faster.

Which has better ADS speed — Dresden 9mm or PDSW 528?

The Dresden 9mm is faster at 200ms ADS.

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