What Is a Preflop Chart and Why It Matters
A poker preflop chart is a visual guide that shows you which hands to play (and how to play them) based on your position at the table. These charts are derived from Game Theory Optimal (GTO) strategies and help you make mathematically correct decisions before the flop. Using preflop charts consistently is one of the fastest ways to improve your poker game. They eliminate guesswork and ensure you're playing a solid, balanced strategy from the start of every hand.
Open-Raise Preflop Charts by Position
GTO opening ranges for cash games and MTTs — switch format and compare every seat
These poker preflop charts show open-raise ranges when the pot is unopened. Green cells are raises, red are folds, and mixed colors show mixed strategies. Browse all six positions and toggle between cash game and tournament (MTT) charts to see how ranges widen from early to late position.
UTG
Tightest open-raise range
UTG+1
Slightly wider than UTG
LJ
Looser than early positions
HJ
Wider hijack open-raise range
CO
Wide cutoff open-raise range
Button
Widest open-raise range
3-Bet, 4-Bet & Full Preflop Ranges in the App
These charts cover open-raise spots only. To study 3-bet ranges, 4-bet spots, blind defense, and every preflop scenario by stack depth, open PreflopAI — the full range library and AI trainer live in the app.
The Foundation of Every Winning Player
Why small preflop mistakes cost you big money
Preflop is the most frequently played street in poker - you see it every single hand. Even small mistakes here compound over thousands of hands, costing you significant money over time. By mastering preflop charts, you build a solid foundation that makes postflop decisions easier. When you enter pots with the right hands from the right positions, you'll find yourself in more profitable situations.
AI-Powered Training That Adapts to You
Personalized coaching that targets your weak spots
Instead of just memorizing static charts, PreflopAI uses AI-powered training to help you internalize preflop ranges through active practice. Our system identifies your weak spots and focuses your training where you need it most. With instant feedback on every decision and detailed statistics tracking your progress, you'll master preflop charts faster than with any other method.
Cash Game vs Tournament Charts Explained
Understanding how stack depth changes your ranges
One chart doesn't fit all situations. Cash game preflop charts assume deep stacks (typically 100bb+) and focus on maximizing expected value. Tournament charts must account for ICM pressure, varying stack depths, and survival considerations. A hand that's a clear open in a cash game might be a fold in a tournament bubble situation. PreflopAI provides separate chart training for both formats, ensuring you're always using the right ranges for your game type.
From Chart Reader to Intuitive Player
How repetition builds automatic decision-making
The goal isn't to check a chart every hand - it's to internalize ranges so deeply that correct decisions become automatic. PreflopAI's spaced repetition system presents hands at optimal intervals for memory retention. After a few weeks of consistent practice, you'll find yourself making correct preflop decisions instantly, without conscious thought. This frees up mental energy for the complex postflop decisions where human judgment truly matters.
Preflop Chart FAQ
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