Best Pistol In Cyberpunk 2077 [Top 10 Handguns]

Discover the top-rated pistols in Cyberpunk 2077, their unique features, and where to find them for ultimate combat experience.

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Every gun-based Action RPG, like Cyberpunk 2077, contains a set of weapons belonging to different classes, such as Assault Rifles, Machine Guns, Pistols, Katanas, and more. The low-level rarity weapons are usually acquired easily & the higher the rarity, the more difficult the process becomes for acquiring an arsenal. That is why guns like the best pistols in Cyberpunk 2077 are some of the most prized possessions that every player eyes to get. I have listed here 10 top handguns or pistols you should not sleep on in Cyberpunk 2077.

Key Takeaways

The best pistols in Cyberpunk 2077 often have high damage output.
This means they can damage enemies significantly, making them invaluable in fights.
Pistols are versatile weapons in Cyberpunk 2077, and you can use them in various scenarios, whether in close-quarter combat or from a distance.
Some of the best pistols in Cyberpunk 2077 are perfect for stealth gameplay, and they allow you to take out enemies silently, without alerting others.
Pistols often have a higher firing rate than many other weapon types, and this feature can be a life-saver during intense, fast-paced combat.

Author’s Note: With more than dozens of hours of experience in Cyberpunk 2077, I feel more than obliged to provide you with hands-on experience on the topic below.

Best Handguns In Cyberpunk 2077

Here are the best Handguns/Pistols in Cyberpunk 2077; all compared with each other in sorting below:

Serial Number	Name of Pistol	Attacks Per Second	Clip Size
1	SLAUGHT-O-MATIC	3.05	36
2	TAMAYURA	2.51	8
3	M-10AF LEXINGTON	5.36	21
4	HJKE-11 YUKIMURA	4.55	30
5	M-76E OMAHA	11.74	9
6	NUE	2.22	10
7	JKE-X2 KENSHIN	3.57	12
8	KAPPA	5.45	12
9	LIBERTY	3.75	14
10	DYING NIGHT	5.56	21

1. SLAUGHT-O-MATIC

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Medium
Attacks Per Second	3.05
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	36 round(s)
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	1.5
Crit Chance	+22%
Crit Damage	+20%
Physical Damage	+15-19

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Keeping all the Pistols in mind, I ranked the SLAUGHT-O-MATIC pistol at the end of the list. This pistol is very common and can be found easily throughout Cyberpunk 2077. Belonging to the Power type, SLAUGHT-O-MATIC pistol can be obtained from the vending machines present throughout the Night City for only 100 Eddies.

Well, the SLAUGHT-O-MATIC pistol cannot be reloaded at all. It has a total of 36 bullets and after using all of them, it needs to be discarded. It is a one-time-use pistol but it is good for a miniature small attack on the opponent. Further, its stats vary with the character advancement in Cyberpunk 2077. Players having a high level will get a high-stat SLAUGHT-O-MATIC pistol in the game.

2. TAMAYURA

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Medium
Attacks Per Second	2.51
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	8 round(s)
Physical Damage	+48-59
Bleeding Chance	+6%
Electrical Damage	+43-53
Chemical Damage	+42-51
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	1.2
Crit Chance	+22%
Crit Damage	+20%

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The next on the list is the TAMAYURA pistol. It is a more classical power pistol compared to the SLAUGHT-O-MATIC. Coming up to punching power, Tamayura has a decent one,, but it also comes with some demerits.

Its recoil, reloading speed, and accuracy are fairly low compared to the other pistols. While discussing further Legendary weapons such as pistols, various factors make a weapon unique or more damaging. These factors include the type of weapons, their class, firing power, and ammo-carrying capacity.

TAMAYURA pistol is mainly possessed by the Arsaka Agents, so killing them will give the player a chance to pick up this pistol. Similar to the SLAUGHT-O-MATIC, its stats also depend on the player’s level.

3. M-10AF LEXINGTON

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Medium
Attacks Per Second	5.36
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	21 round(s)
Physical Damage	+62-76
Bleeding Chance	+10%
Electrical Damage	+62-76
Shock Chance	+10%
Thermal Damage	+62-76
Burn Chance	+10%
Chemical Damage	+62-76
Poison Chance	+10%
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	3.2
Crit Chance	+29.91%
Crit Damage	+75%
Bonus Ricochet Dmg	25%
Effect	Reduces enemy Armor by 15% for 10 sec

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M-10AF LEXINGTON is a high-speed automatic pistol. It is regarded as one of the most common weapons in Cyberpunk 2077 dropped by enemies. Talking about the damage given by the said pistol, it is a bit low on this stat. It also belongs to the Power class and also has a modified version in Cyberpunk 2077 known as DYING NIGHT.

It is regarded as a good starting pistol for the beginners. The reasons are its low recoil and automatic firing that allows the player to adjust aim while the gun keeps on firing bullets. Acquiring an M-10AF LEXINGTON weapon is not difficult at all. It can be looted from the enemies, purchased, and crafted from the stores as well.

4. HJKE-11 YUKIMURA

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Low
Attacks Per Second	4.55
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	30 round(s)
Physical Damage	+46-57
Bleeding Chance	+10%
Electrical Damage	+46-57
Shock Chance	+10%
Thermal Damage	+46-57
Burn Chance	+10%
Chemical Damage	+46-57
Poison Chance	+10%
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	150%
Crit Chance	+31.5%
Crit Damage	+78.75%

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HJKE-11 YUKIMURA handgun belongs to the best Smart pistols in Cyberpunk 2077, and it mainly comprises two firing modes that link to its specialty. The first mode is the simple ones, like all other pistols having continuously automatic shots, while the second one, aiming down the sight, allows the player to have more accurate shots in the form of triple bursts.

As far as the acquisition of YUKIMURA is concerned, it can be obtained while playing the Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door quest in Cyberpunk 2077. Further, it is dropped by the enemies and can also be purchased from the shops as well. It is used as the base weapon for the SKIPPY and GENJIROH pistols as well.

5. M-76E OMAHA

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Medium
Attacks Per Second	11.74
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	9 round(s)
Charge Time	1.50 sec
Charge Multiplier	25%
Physical Damage	+30-36
Bleeding Chance	+10%
Electrical Damage	+30-36
Shock Chance	+10%
Thermal Damage	+30-37
Burn Chance	+10%
Chemical Damage	+30-37
Poison Chance	+10%
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	150%
Crit Chance	+30%
Crit Damage	+75%

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OMAHA is a Tech pistol available in Cyberpunk 2077. Being a Tech pistol, it can fire up to triple bursts on a full charge. Each burst shot contains three projectiles in it. In a single shot, 9 projectiles make this pistol more damaging.

M-76E OMAHA compact pistol can be obtained at Legendary level as well from the Gun Vendor in Japan town. However, common and Epic ones can easily be collected from the enemy’s loot as well. The most iconic pistol LIZZIE in the Cyberpunk 2077 uses M-76E OMAHA as its base weapon.

6. NUE

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Medium
Attacks Per Second	2.22
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	10 round(s)
Physical Damage	+150-184
Bleeding Chance	+10%
Electrical Damage	+150-184
Shock Chance	+10%
Thermal Damage	+150-184
Burn Chance	+10%
Chemical Damage	+150-184
Poison Chance	+10%
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	150%
Crit Chance	+30%
Crit Damage	+75%
Bonus Ricochet Dmg	25%

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Next on the list of best pistols in Cyberpunk 2077 I have is NUE. Tsunami Defense Systems manufacture this Power class pistol, has good firepower. Players who are old at gaming will have a feeling of firing Desert Eagle in old games while firing up the NUE pistol. LA CHINGONA DORADA uses NUE as its base weapon as well.

Regarding acquiring an NUE weapon, it is commonly dropped by enemies in Cyberpunk 2077. Further, it can also be crafted, and Rare and Legendary Class NUE can also be purchased from different Gun Vendors.

7. JKE-X2 KENSHIN

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Medium
Attacks Per Second	3.57
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	12 round(s)
Charge Time	1.50 sec
Charge Multiplier	25%
Physical Damage	+107-131
Bleeding Chance	+6%
Electrical Damage	+107-131
Shock Chance	+6%
Thermal Damage	+107-131
Burn Chance	+6%
Chemical Damage	+107-131
Poison Chance	+6%
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	150%
Crit Chance	+31.5%
Crit Damage	+78.75%

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JKE-X2 KENSHIN pistol also belongs to the Tech class as well. It is similar to the M-76E OMAHA but has far reduced firepower. Less firepower reduces the recoil as well, and that makes this pistol more stable than OMAHA.

JKE-X2 KENSHIN Tech pistol from Arasaka also serves as the base weapon for APPARITION and CHAOS pistols. KENSHIN rare, uncommon, legendary class pistols can be purchased through various gun vendors in Cyberpunk 2077. However, Epic and Rare Common class pistols can also be collected from the loot of the enemies.

8. KAPPA

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Medium
Attacks Per Second	5.45
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	12 round(s)
Physical Damage	+8-10
Thermal Damage	+8-10
Chemical Damage	+42-51
Poison Chance	+6%
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	1.5
Crit Chance	+4.5%
Crit Damage	+19%

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Kappa belongs to the Smart class and is manufactured by Tsunami Defense Systems. This pistol can hold up to 30 bullets in its magazine. It is fully automatic and considered effective at close range. It has self-guided projectiles that help to attain high damage.

Epic class KAPPA can be found at the Gun Vendor in Arroyo. KAPPA is considered the only main source of getting hands on this pistol.

9. LIBERTY

Stat	Value
DPS Variability	Medium
Attacks Per Second	3.75
Weight	4.3
Clip Size	14 round(s)
Physical Damage	+89-109
Bleeding Chance	+10%
Electrical Damage	+89-109
Shock Chance	+10%
Thermal Damage	+89-109
Burn Chance	+10%
Chemical Damage	+89-109
Poison Chance	+10%
Headshot Dmg Multiplier	150%
Crit Chance	+30%
Crit Damage	+75%
Bonus Ricochet Dmg	25%

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LIBERTY belongs to the Power class pistols in Cyberpunk 2077. This pistol is considered better than the NUE based on its less recoil. It has a low fire rate, but its longer barrel helps increase its range a bit.

LIBERTY can be obtained by playing the Full Disclosure and Cyberpsycho Sighting: Discount Doc quests in Cyberpunk 2077. Further, its Legendary, Rare, and Uncommon class variants can also be purchased from the shops.

10. DYING NIGHT

Stat	Value
DPS	65.3
Damage	10-12
Attacks Per Second	5.56
Clip Size	21 round(s)
Effect(s)	Increases headshot damage by 50% and significantly reduces reload time

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The next on the list of pistols is the DYING NIGHT. This pistol belongs to the Power class and uses M-10AF LEXINGTON as its base weapon. Its Iconic variant can be acquired from the 2nd Amendment store.

DYING NIGHT pistol provides a 50% headshot bonus and a 10% faster reload time. Aiming for the head is the best choice while using this weapon.

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