Best Sniper Rifles in PUBG Mobile: AWM, AMR, DSR, M24, and Kar98K

The best PUBG Mobile sniper rifle depends on access and the fight you expect. The AWM is the premier traditional bolt-action option when you can secure an air drop. The AMR brings exceptional anti-vehicle and long-range pressure from supply drops. For weapons found through normal looting, the DSR, M24, Mosin-Nagant and Kar98K each trade availability, handling and attachment support.

Weapon balance and map availability change between updates. Use this as a practical selection guide and confirm the current values in the official PUBG Mobile weapons wiki.

AWM: best traditional air-drop sniper

The AWM uses scarce .300 Magnum ammunition and is intended for decisive long-range hits. Its high damage and fast projectile make it the first choice when the squad can safely loot an air drop and has a player comfortable with bolt-action timing.

PUBG Mobile AWM sniper rifle — The AWM is a supply-drop bolt-action sniper that uses .300 Magnum ammunition.

Choose the AWM when

You have a high-magnification scope and a protected firing position.
The squad can carry the limited .300 Magnum ammunition without wasting it.
You can shoot, cycle the bolt and return to cover before the enemy trades.

Do not remain beside an opened air drop to arrange attachments. Move the weapon and ammunition into cover first; the crate attracts attention from multiple teams.

AWM and sniper equipment in PUBG Mobile — Secure the air-drop area before stopping to manage the AWM and its ammunition.

AMR: supply-drop power against players and vehicles

The AMR is an anti-materiel sniper found through supply sources rather than ordinary floor loot. It offers heavy impact and is particularly useful when vehicles are central to the fight. Its special ammunition is limited, so avoid speculative shots at targets with little chance of a follow-up.

DSR: strongest normal-loot option on supported maps

The DSR is a newer sniper rifle with fast bullets, limited drop and a dual-magazine system. The official weapon guide describes it as the strongest non-air-drop sniper rifle. Availability depends on the active map and mode, and its unusual reload behavior rewards players who monitor both magazines before a fight.

M24: versatile bolt-action choice

The M24 is a strong general-purpose sniper that uses common 7.62mm ammunition and accepts a detachable magazine. It is easier to sustain than an air-drop weapon and usually handles distant moving targets more comfortably than the older Kar98K. It remains a practical upgrade when the rest of your loadout already uses manageable ammunition.

PUBG Mobile M24 sniper rifle — The M24 combines strong bolt-action damage with a detachable magazine and widely available ammunition.

Kar98K and Mosin-Nagant: dependable map loot

The Kar98K is widely understood, uses 7.62mm ammunition and delivers the classic bolt-action play style. The Mosin-Nagant fills a similar role on maps where it appears. Neither requires chasing a supply drop, making them dependable choices for practicing long-range fundamentals.

PUBG Mobile Kar98K sniper rifle — The Kar98K is a common entry point for learning bolt-action timing and bullet drop.

Kar98K with scope in PUBG Mobile — A stable position and measured follow-up are more important than firing as soon as a target appears.

Sniper rifle comparison

Weapon	Source	Reason to carry it	Main limitation
AWM	Air drop	High-impact bolt-action shots	Very limited special ammunition
AMR	Supply source	Heavy pressure on players and vehicles	Scarce weapon and ammunition
DSR	Normal loot on supported maps	Power, bullet speed and dual magazines	Map availability and reload management
M24	Normal loot	Strong, flexible 7.62mm bolt action	Missed shots leave a long follow-up window
Kar98K / Mosin-Nagant	Normal loot on relevant maps	Accessible long-range damage	Slower follow-up and pronounced aim discipline

Attachments and partner weapon

Prioritize a suitable scope, then improve concealment, stability and reload speed with the compatible muzzle, stock and magazine options. Attachment availability is weapon-specific, so do not assume every sniper accepts a compensator or detachable magazine. TipsMake’s PUBG Mobile attachment guide explains the main categories.

A bolt-action rifle should normally be paired with an assault rifle or SMG that can handle close and mid-range fights. Avoid carrying two slow single-shot weapons unless the squad composition and mode make that choice deliberate.

Practical sniper habits

Zero or hold for distance only after observing the first shot and target movement.
Fire from behind hard cover and change position after repeated shots.
Do not stay scoped in while the zone, flank or nearby footsteps demand attention.
Call the target and direction before shooting so teammates can follow up.
Keep enough smoke and healing to leave an exposed ridge.

Good decision-making matters more than the weapon ranking. Review the PUBG Mobile beginner mistakes that cause avoidable deaths before focusing on long-range equipment.