Weapon comparison: AK74 versus M4

Compare AK74 and M4 on the same unarmored, middle-torso target at 0 m. The weapon comparison model lists the M4 at 0.225 seconds to kill and AK74 at 0.277 seconds for that setup. The M4 costs $2,800, which is $1,200 more than AK74, and unlocks at Assault Level 20 rather than Level 3. The faster modeled result is one part of the purchase decision.

The same hit zone, protection and range apply to both rifle columns.

Keep one target while you compare

Use Add weapons or Compare a whole class to make a lineup. Set Hit zone, Armor + helmet, Range · metres and Round type once. Both columns then use the same target. Change range or armor to answer a new question; keep that changed scenario in the shared link.

The verdict cards show the tradeoffs the headline time hides. AK74 has a 75-round listed largest magazine, 1,000 m maximum zeroing and earlier unlock. M4 is listed at 800 RPM, 2.92 kg and a 60-round largest magazine. A listed advantage for this pair is not a promise of a win against a different target.

AK74 is cheaper and unlocks earlier; M4 has the faster modeled kill in this selected scenario.

Take the result into a kit

The equipment comparison guide separates listed gun properties from this combat model. Damage curves show how the two selected rounds behave beyond 0 m. Check ammunition and the full purchase total in the loadout guide, then use Progression if Level 20 is still ahead of you. Copy link shares the same two weapons and target settings.