The Best SMGs in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Top SMGs in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 - Multiplayer & Zombies

Submachine Guns (SMGs) consistently reign supreme in the Call of Duty universe. Black Ops 6's fast-paced maps and Omnimovement mechanics further solidify the SMG's dominance. This guide highlights the best SMGs for both Multiplayer and Zombies modes, based on testing and data from sources like Warzone Meta.

Multiplayer Top SMGs:

Many SMGs in Black Ops 6 Multiplayer and Ranked Play are top-tier weapons. Their high fire rates and mobility make them lethal at close range, where most engagements occur. Gunsmith customization allows for mid-range effectiveness, rivaling Assault Rifles.

4. PP-919: Unique among Black Ops 6 SMGs, the PP-919 shines at medium range. While mobility and fire rate are slower than others, its massive 64-round base magazine compensates. This is a significant advantage, especially in Ranked Play where larger 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 surprisingly manageable recoil. Attachments like the Vertical Foregrip further enhance recoil control. Multiplayer allows for the iconic drum magazine, boosting capacity to 55 rounds.

6. Jackal PDW: A consistent meta choice since the September 2024 Beta, the Jackal PDW offers a balanced profile. It doesn't excel in any single area, but its well-rounded stats and ease of use make it effective across all maps and modes.

7. KSV: Similar to the AK74u from previous Call of Duty titles, the KSV is a Ranked Play favorite. Its fast fire rate, exceptional mobility, and manageable recoil, combined with clean iron sights (allowing for an extra attachment), make it a formidable weapon.

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 situational weapon, the Saug's Akimbo attachment allows dual-wielding for significantly increased DPS. While a nerf impacted its peak performance, it remains valuable in close-quarters combat, especially with the Napalm Burst Ammo Mod.

6. PPSh-41: While the PP-919 offers higher magazine capacity (further amplified by Pack-a-Punch), the PPSh-41 surpasses it in other aspects. Its fast fire rate, mobility, manageable recoil, and good reload speed make it excellent, particularly with Deadshot Daiquiri and its Dead Head Augment for increased head-shot DPS.

7. KSV: Dominant in both Multiplayer and Zombies, the KSV's fast fire rate, accuracy, and high DPS make it a top choice. Fully upgraded and paired with Deadshot Daiquiri, it excels against various zombie types. Its high mobility synergizes well with Stamin-Up.

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