How RR Works in Valorant and Ways to Earn More?
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If you’ve ever been puzzled about why your rank improves dramatically after one match but barely shifts after another, it all comes down to RR.
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Rank Rating, or RR, is one of the key components that determines your position on the competitive ladder in Valorant.Â
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Gaining a clear grasp of how it works can help you make smarter decisions in your matches and monitor your progress more effectively.
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What Is RR in Valorant?
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RR stands for Rank Rating—the visible scoring system that tracks how close you are to ranking up or down in Valorant’s competitive mode.
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You earn RR by winning matches and performing well, and you lose it by losing games or underperforming.Â
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Reaching 100 RR in your current rank tier promotes you to the next level, while dropping to 0 may place you at risk of being demoted.
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Key RR facts:
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- Score ranges from 0 to 100 within each rank tier
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- You gain or lose RR after every competitive match
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- It is visible to players (unlike your hidden MMR)
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- Your RR is partially reset at the start of every new Act
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How Is RR Calculated?
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Although Riot Games hasn’t released the exact algorithm to avoid potential abuse, players do know several core elements that influence RR movement:
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- Match result: Winning earns RR, losing subtracts it
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- Round difference: Winning by a large margin or losing narrowly can affect your score
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- Individual performance: Strong gameplay can boost your RR gains
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- Your current rank vs. MMR: If your MMR (Matchmaking Rating) is higher than your rank, your RR increases more quickly
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- Opponent skill level: Beating stronger opponents generally gives more RR
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The amount gained or lost usually falls between 10 and 30 points per match.
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What Can Affect Your RR?
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Here are some of the key factors that influence how much RR you gain or lose:
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- Winning or losing streaks can amplify changes
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- Going AFK or disconnecting will trigger harsher penalties
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- Playing with teammates in very different ranks might shift the expected outcome
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- Outstanding gameplay may earn performance bonuses
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- Your previous Act’s highest rank can influence how your new Act starts
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- Your hidden MMR will always affect RR adjustments behind the scenes
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RR vs. MMR: What’s the Difference?
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While both RR and MMR are used to determine your competitive position, they serve separate roles:
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- RR (Rank Rating): wp:list
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- Publicly displayed
- Determines your current competitive tier
- Resets partially with each new Act
- Adjusted by match outcomes
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- MMR (Matchmaking Rating): wp:list
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- Hidden from players
- Determines the opponents and teammates you’re paired with
- More stable and persistent over time
- Influences how much RR you gain or lose
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Common Terms Related to RR
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You may come across these related concepts while discussing rank progression in Valorant:
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- Elo: A rating model first used in chess that inspired many gaming ranking systems
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- Ranked Distribution: A breakdown showing how the player base is spread across all ranks
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- Act Rank: A visual indicator of your peak performance and top wins during a given Act
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- Placement Matches: Games that establish your starting rank at the beginning of a new Act
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- Rank Decay: A system that reduces rank/MMR after inactivity, although not currently active in Valorant
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- Competitive Tiers: Valorant’s rank divisions, from Iron to Radiant, with three subdivisions in each (except Radiant)
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Whether you’re climbing the ladder or trying to maintain your position, knowing how RR works helps you understand your progress beyond just wins and losses.Â
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Focus on consistent improvement, strong teamwork, and smart play decisions—your RR will reflect it over time.
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Keep pushing forward, and with effort, your next rank could be just a match away.
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