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Best Warzone SMG: Submachine gun tier list

Here's a closer look at the best Warzone SMG in Season 4

Warzone soldiers running through corridor while holding weapons
Credit: Activision
July 9th, 2024: With the meta constantly changing, we've updated our SMG tier list so you know which is best to use.

When it comes to close-quarters combat, selecting the best Warzone SMG is the way to go.

Following the arrival of the Superi 46 at the start of Season 4, the category contains some of the very best weapons in Call of Duty's battle royale thanks to their fast fire rate and exceptional damage output in those hectic close-range battles. With such a wide variety, choosing one can prove tricky as Season 4 Reloaded continues to progress.

Here, find the best Warzone SMG to dominate the opposition in standard battle royale and Resurgence modes.

What are the best Warzone SMGs?

In Season 4 Reloaded, these are the best SMGs to use in battle royale and Resurgence matches:

  • Superi 46
  • FJX Horus
  • Lachmann Shroud

The three SMGs above possess excellent rates of fire and enough damage to break through the plates of an opponent in the blink of an eye. The Superi 46 is a laser beam while the Lachmann Shroud feels like the iconic MP5 from older Call of Duty titles.

The FJX Horus has skyrocketed in popularity following recent buffs and nerfs thanks to its blistering fire rate and mobility that can outplay any opponents with ease.

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Warzone SMG tier list

Our tier list ranks the entire SMG category from the ones dominating the meta to those that are worth avoiding due to their lackluster in-game performance.

Standout performers in the SMG category are the FJX Horus, the Lachmann Shroud, the Superi 46, and the WSP-9 which continues to fly under the radar.

Best Warzone SMG loadouts

With three SMGs proving popular, these are the best loadouts capable of dominating close-quarters and mid-range combat:

Superi 46/Holger 26

  • Primary: Superi 46
    • Muzzle - Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
    • Barrel - Zulu OP3 Light Barrel
    • Stock - Rescue-9 Stock
    • Underbarrel - XRK Edge BW-4 Handstop
    • Magazine - 40-Round Mag
  • Secondary: Holger 26
    • Muzzle - Casus Brake
    • Barrel - Holger Factory
    • Optic - JAK Glassless Optic
    • Stock - Ascent Lord Stock
    • Underbarrel - Bruen Heavy Support Grip

FJX Horus/MORS

  • Primary: FJX Horus
    • Muzzle - Zehmn35 Compensated Flash Hider
    • Stock - Ripper Light Stock
    • Underbarrel - DR-6 Handstop
    • Optic - JAK Glassless Optic
    • Conversion Kit - JAK Scimitar Kit
  • Secondary: MORS
    • Barrel - Tonne Heavy Barrel
    • Stock - Superlite-90 Stock
    • Ammunition - HVP Anti-Materiel Slug
    • Rear Grip - OP-980 Grip
    • Bolt - Quick Bolt

Lachmann Shroud/MCW

  • Primary: Lachmann Shroud
    • Laser: Kimura RYL33 Laser Light
    • Underbarrel: DR-6 Handstop
    • Ammunition: 9mm Sub HP
    • Magazine: 40 Round Mag
    • Conversion Kit: JAK Decimator
  • Secondary: MCW
    • Muzzle: VT-7 Spiritfire Suppressor
    • Barrel: 16.5" MCW Cyclone Long Barrel
    • Optic: Corio Eagleseye 2.5x
    • Underbarrel: Bruen Heavy Support Grip
    • Magazine: 60 Round Drum
Warzone player holding a white SMG with opponents in the background

That's all there is to know about the best Warzone SMG to use. For more Warzone, check out our assault rifle tier list showcasing the best one for mid-range and long-distance combat.