Poker Combos Calculator
Calculate poker hand combinations and understand how blockers affect ranges
Formula:Pairs: 6, Suited: 4, Offsuit: 12
Combo Calculator
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Combo Results
Pocket Pair
Combos
6
Formula: 4C2 = 6
Base Combos
6
Adjusted Combos
6
Blockers
0
Reduction
0%
Quick Reference
Standard combo counts
| Hand Type | Combos | 1 Blocker | 2 Blockers | Formula |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Pair (AA) | 6 | 3 | 1 | 4C2 = 6 |
| Suited (AKs) | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 suits |
| Offsuit (AKo) | 12 | 9 | 6 | 4 × 3 = 12 |
| AK Total | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 + 12 = 16 |
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Quick Answer
TL;DR summary
Poker combos count the ways a specific hand can be dealt. Pocket pairs: 6 combos (4C2). Suited hands: 4 combos (one per suit). Offsuit hands: 12 combos (4×3). Blockers reduce combos: if you hold an Ace, AA goes from 6 to 3 combos. Example: Against a range of "AA, KK, AK", there are 6+6+16=28 combos. Understanding combos helps you weight opponent ranges correctly.
Key Facts About Poker Combos
Important things to know
- Total starting hand combos: 1,326 (52C2)
- Pocket pairs: 6 combos each (e.g., AA = 6)
- Suited hands: 4 combos each (e.g., AKs = 4)
- Offsuit hands: 12 combos each (e.g., AKo = 12)
- AK total: 16 combos (4 suited + 12 offsuit)
- Blockers reduce combos (holding A reduces AA from 6 to 3)
- Board cards also act as blockers
- Combo math is essential for range analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about poker combos
How many combos does each hand type have?
Pocket pairs have 6 combos (choose 2 suits from 4 = 4C2 = 6). Suited hands have 4 combos (one for each suit). Offsuit hands have 12 combos (4 suits for first card × 3 remaining suits for second card = 12).
How do blockers affect combos?
Blockers remove certain combos from ranges. If you hold an Ace, AA goes from 6 combos to 3 (only 3 Aces remain, 3C2 = 3). If you hold A♠K♠, AK goes from 16 to 9 combos. Board cards also block combos.
Why is combo counting important?
Combos help you accurately weight opponent ranges. If villain 3-bets "AA, KK, AK", knowing there are 6+6+16=28 total combos means AA is 6/28 = 21% of their range, not 33%. This affects your equity and decisions.
How do I count combos with multiple blockers?
Each blocker card removes some combos. With 2 blockers of the same rank (e.g., both Aces), pairs of that rank are impossible. Calculate remaining cards of each rank and use the combination formula.
What is the 4C2 notation?
4C2 means "4 choose 2" - the number of ways to select 2 items from 4. Formula: n!/(r!(n-r)!). For 4C2: 4!/(2!×2!) = 24/(2×2) = 6. This is why pocket pairs have 6 combos.
How this works
Calculations follow the published mathematics of the game — combinatorics for cards, probability theory for dice, and expected-value accounting for wagers. Results are verified against independent references (primarily Wizard of Odds). No calculation here is an opinion or recommendation; it is arithmetic applied to the rules of the game.
What this tool can’t do
When to consult a professional
This tool computes probability and expected value. It is not a betting system and cannot predict the outcome of any individual wager. If gambling is causing problems for you or someone you know, call the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER.
Sources
- [1]Wizard of Odds — Michael Shackleford, ASAIndustrywizardofodds.comAccessed Apr 21, 2026
Actuary; widely cited casino-game probability reference. Used for house-edge and EV verification.
- [2]National Council on Problem GamblingOfficial sourcencpgambling.orgAccessed Apr 21, 2026
Responsible-gambling guidance and 1-800-GAMBLER helpline.
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