Rainbow Six Siege has been out for years now and the roster of operators has grown tremendously. With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to determine which operators are the most viable in the current meta. This Rainbow Six Siege Operator tier list ranks all the operators into tiers based on their abilities, weapons, and overall usefulness in attack and defense.
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Rainbow Six Siege Operator Tier List: Attackers Tier List
Zofia
With concussion grenades to clear rooms and impact grenades for breaching, Zofia provides excellent utility. Her M762 and LMG-E are also very viable primary weapons.
Sledge
Sledge can breach soft surfaces with ease using his sledgehammer. His L85A2 rifle and secondary handgun are extremely potent.
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Thatcher
Thatcher's EMP grenades remain one of the most powerful and useful attacker gadgets. His L85A2 assault rifle is also powerful.
Nomad
The air jab grenades Nomad fires are great at watching the flank and preventing roamers from sneaking up on attackers. Her ARX200 and AK-74M are also solid primary options.
Zero
The intel-gathering potential from Zero's argus cameras makes him very valuable. He also has a well-rounded loadout with the MP7 SMG and SC3000K assault rifle.
| Tier | Operators |
|---|---|
| S | Thatcher, Nomad, Zero, Zofia, Sledge |
| A | Ace, Brava, Finka, Jackal, Maverick, Thermite, |
| B | Ash, Blackbeard, Buck, Capitao, Dokkaebi, Flores, Osa, Twitch, Hibana, Iana |
| C | Kali, Nøkk, Sens, Ying, IQ, Lion |
| D | Amaru, Blitz, Glaz, Montagne, Fuze, Gridlock, Grim |
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Rainbow Six Siege Operator Tier List: Defenders Tier List
Valkyrie
Valkyrie's black eye cameras provide vital intel. Her MPX, SPAS-12, and D-50 are all solid weapons.
Mute
Mute jammers block drone intel gathering and can jam hard breaches like Thermite. The MP5K is also an excellent SMG.
Smoke
Smoke's remote gas grenades can cut off plant attempts and area access. His SMG-11 shotgun combo is extremely deadly.
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Mira
Black mirrors provide invaluable one-way intel. A vector .45 ACP and nitro cell allow her to hold positions well once she's set up.
Jäger
Jäger is a strong pick. His 416-C is an excellent weapon and active defense system that protects him in tough positions.
Aruni
The punching power of Aruni's Surya gates forces attackers to reconsider push routes. Her P10 RONI and Mk 14 EBR are also great loadout options.
| Tier | Operators |
|---|---|
| S | Jäger, Mira, Aruni, Mute, Valkyrie, Smoke, |
| A | Azami, Tubarão, Wamai, Echo, Fenrir, Kaid, Kapkan, Mozzie, Bandit, |
| B | Pulse, Ela, Lesion, Solis, Thorn, Alibi, Castle,, Maestro, Melusi |
| C | Frost, Goyo, Thunderbird, Vigil, Warden, Doc, |
| D | Caveira, Clash, Rook, Oryx, Tachanka, |
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This Rainbow Six Siege operator tier list highlights the strongest meta operators on attack and defense based on their weapons, gadgets, and overall viability. Make sure to pick operators from the S and A tiers when possible and avoid those in the C and D tiers. With the right operators selected, you'll be more prepared to secure victories in your Rainbow Six Siege matches.
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