Which weapon is considered the strongest in CS2?

The AK-47 dominates on the T side and the M4A4 or M4A1-S rules the CT side — together they form the backbone of professional loadouts. The AK-47 stands alone as the only rifle capable of a single-headshot kill through a helmet. The AWP deals the most raw damage per shot in the game, but its $4,750 price tag makes it a significant economic commitment.