The Best SMGs in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's Top SMGs: A Comprehensive Guide

Submachine guns (SMGs) consistently reign supreme in the Call of Duty franchise, and Black Ops 6 is no exception. The game's fast-paced maps and Omnimovement mechanics make SMGs particularly potent. This guide highlights the best SMGs in Black Ops 6, based on testing and data from sources like Warzone Meta.

Black Ops 6 Multiplayer & Ranked Play Top SMGs:

Several SMGs dominate Black Ops 6's multiplayer and ranked play due to their rapid fire rates and high mobility, making them exceptionally effective at close range. Gunsmith customization allows for mid-range effectiveness, rivaling even assault rifles.

4. PP-919: Unique among Black Ops 6 SMGs, the PP-919 shines at medium range. While its mobility and handling are slower, and its fire rate is relatively low, its massive 64-round magazine compensates. This is a significant advantage, especially in Ranked Play, where extended magazine attachments are restricted.

5. PPSh-41: This WWII classic returns in Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 2. It boasts a high fire rate, excellent mobility, and manageable recoil, making it a close-range powerhouse. Attachments like the Vertical Foregrip further improve recoil control. Multiplayer allows for the iconic drum magazine, increasing capacity to 55 rounds.

6. Jackal PDW: A mainstay since the September 2024 Beta, the Jackal PDW offers a balanced profile. It doesn't excel in any single area, but its ease of use and consistent performance make it suitable for any map or mode.

7. KSV: Similar to the AK74u from previous Call of Duty titles, the KSV is a Ranked Play favorite. Its rapid fire rate, high mobility, clean iron sights, and manageable recoil contribute to its dominance. The clear sights allow for an additional attachment, further enhancing accuracy or mobility.

Black Ops 6 Zombies Top SMGs:

SMGs, excluding Wonder Weapons, are arguably the best weapon class in Black Ops 6 Zombies. Their speed and fire rate are crucial for navigating hordes.

4. Kompakt 92: The Kompakt 92's incredibly fast fire rate and controllable recoil make it ideal for eliminating elite enemies like Abominations and Amalgams.

5. Saug: A highly situational weapon, the Saug’s Akimbo attachment allows dual-wielding, significantly boosting DPS. While a previous accuracy nerf impacted its performance, it remains valuable for close-quarters combat, especially when combined with the Napalm Burst Ammo Mod.

6. PPSh-41: While the PP-919 boasts higher magazine capacity (further amplified by Pack-a-Punch), the PPSh-41 surpasses it in other areas. Its fast fire rate, mobility, manageable recoil, and good reload time make it excellent. The combination of Deadshot Daiquiri and its Dead Head Augment maximizes DPS against unarmored zombies.

7. KSV: Dominating both Multiplayer and Zombies, the KSV excels due to its fast fire rate, accuracy, and high DPS. Fully upgraded and paired with Deadshot Daiquiri, it's highly effective against various zombie types. Its mobility synergizes well with Stamin-Up.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.