Poker Hand Range Calculator
Build and analyze poker hand ranges with combo counting and visual matrix
Formula:Combos: Pairs=6, Suited=4, Offsuit=12
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Hand Matrix
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Common poker ranges by situation
Combo Reference
Understanding hand combinations
| Hand Type | Combos | Example | Math |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pocket Pair | 6 | AA | 4C2 = 6 ways |
| Suited | 4 | AKs | 4 suits |
| Offsuit | 12 | AKo | 4 × 3 = 12 |
Quick Answer
TL;DR summary
A poker hand range is the set of all hands you might play in a given situation. Ranges are expressed as combos: pocket pairs have 6 combos (AA = 6), suited hands have 4 combos (AKs = 4), and offsuit hands have 12 combos (AKo = 12). Total possible starting hands: 1326. A "10% range" means ~133 combos. Use hand matrix charts to visualize and communicate ranges effectively.
Key Facts About Hand Ranges
Important things to know
- Total starting hand combinations: 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)
- Top 10% = ~133 combos = very strong range
- Top 20% = ~265 combos = strong range
- Top 50% = ~663 combos = wide range
- Ranges should vary by position and action
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about poker ranges
What is a hand range in poker?
A hand range is the complete set of hands you might hold or your opponent might hold in a specific situation. Instead of putting someone on one exact hand, we think in ranges. For example, a tight player's UTG open range might be AA-TT, AKs-ATs, AKo-AQo, KQs.
How do I count combos?
Pocket pairs have 6 combos (4 suits, choose 2 = 4C2 = 6). Suited hands have 4 combos (one per suit). Offsuit hands have 12 combos (4 suits × 3 suits = 12). Blockers reduce combos: if you hold an Ace, AA only has 3 combos left.
What does "top X%" mean?
Top X% refers to the strongest X% of all possible starting hands by equity. Top 10% (~133 combos) includes premium pairs and broadways. Top 20% adds more pairs and suited connectors. The wider your range, the more hands you're playing.
How do ranges change by position?
Earlier positions require tighter ranges because more players can wake up with a hand behind you. UTG might play top 10-12%, while the button can play 35-50%. Blinds defend wide due to already having money invested.
What is range advantage?
Range advantage means your range contains more strong hands on a given board than your opponent's range. On A-K-7 rainbow, the preflop raiser has range advantage with all the AK, AA, KK. This affects betting strategy.
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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