1. What is Faceit Money ELO?

The Faceit Money ELO system is a rating system used to calculate players' relative skill levels in competitive gaming. It adjusts your rating based on match outcomes compared to expected results.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the ELO equation:

Where:

• \( R_{new} \) — New ELO rating (dimensionless)
• \( R_{old} \) — Current ELO rating (dimensionless)
• \( K \) — K-factor (controls rating volatility)
• \( S \) — Actual score (1 for win, 0 for loss)
• \( E \) — Expected score (probability to win)

Explanation: The equation adjusts your rating based on performance relative to expectations. Overperforming increases your rating, underperforming decreases it.

3. Importance of ELO Calculation

Details: Accurate ELO calculation ensures fair matchmaking and proper representation of player skill levels in competitive gaming environments.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current ELO, K-factor (typically between 16-32), actual score (1 for win, 0 for loss), and expected win probability (0-1).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a typical K-factor value?
A: For Faceit, K-factor is typically between 16-32, with higher values causing more rating volatility.

Q2: How is expected score (E) calculated?
A: E is usually calculated as \( E = 1/(1 + 10^{(R_{opponent} - R_{player})/400}) \) based on opponent's rating.

Q3: What's a good ELO rating?
A: Ratings vary by platform, but generally 1000 is average, 1500+ is good, and 2000+ is excellent.

Q4: Why does my rating change differently in different matches?
A: Rating changes depend on your opponent's rating and the K-factor for that match.

Q5: Can I lose points for winning?
A: No, but you may gain very few points for beating much weaker opponents.