Poker Odds Reference
Complete Texas Hold'em reference with hand rankings, preflop matchup probabilities, and drawing odds for common situations.
Hand Rankings
| Rank | Hand | Example | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Flush | A♠ K♠ Q♠ J♠ 10♠ | 649,739:1 | 0.000154% |
| 2 | Straight Flush | 8♥ 7♥ 6♥ 5♥ 4♥ | 72,192:1 | 0.00139% |
| 3 | Four of a Kind | K♠ K♥ K♦ K♣ 9♠ | 4,164:1 | 0.0240% |
| 4 | Full House | J♠ J♥ J♦ 8♣ 8♠ | 693:1 | 0.1441% |
| 5 | Flush | A♦ J♦ 8♦ 6♦ 3♦ | 508:1 | 0.1965% |
| 6 | Straight | 10♠ 9♥ 8♦ 7♣ 6♠ | 254:1 | 0.3925% |
| 7 | Three of a Kind | 7♠ 7♥ 7♦ K♣ 3♠ | 46.3:1 | 2.1128% |
| 8 | Two Pair | A♠ A♥ 9♦ 9♣ 5♠ | 20.0:1 | 4.7539% |
| 9 | One Pair | Q♠ Q♥ 10♦ 7♣ 3♠ | 1.37:1 | 42.2569% |
| 10 | High Card | A♠ J♥ 8♦ 5♣ 2♠ | 0.995:1 | 50.1177% |
Preflop Matchups
| Matchup | Favorite | Win Rate | Tie Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| AA vs KK | AA | 81.9% | 0.5% |
| AA vs AKs | AA | 87.2% | 0.7% |
| KK vs AKo | KK | 69.2% | 1.9% |
| QQ vs AKs | 54.2% | 1.4% | |
| JJ vs AKo | JJ | 57.0% | 0.8% |
| AKs vs QJs | AKs | 59.9% | 1.0% |
| AKo vs 22 | 22 | 52.5% | 0.7% |
| AKs vs 76s | AKs | 59.5% | 0.3% |
| AA vs 72o | AA | 88.0% | 0.3% |
| KQs vs J10s | KQs | 58.0% | 2.1% |
Drawing Odds — Common Situations
| Draw | Flop → Turn | Turn → River | Flop → River |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flush draw (9 outs) | 19.1% | 19.6% | 35.0% |
| Open-ended straight draw (8 outs) | 17.0% | 17.4% | 31.5% |
| Gutshot straight draw (4 outs) | 8.5% | 8.7% | 16.5% |
| Two overcards (6 outs) | 12.8% | 13.0% | 24.1% |
| Flush draw + gutshot (12 outs) | 25.5% | 26.1% | 45.0% |
| Set to full house/quads (7 outs) | 14.9% | 15.2% | 27.8% |
| One overcard (3 outs) | 6.4% | 6.5% | 12.5% |
| Runner-runner flush (backdoor) | — | — | 4.2% |
Quick Outs Rule
Rule of 2 (Turn Only)
Multiply your outs by 2 to estimate the percentage chance of hitting on the next card. Example: 9 outs × 2 = ~18% chance.
Rule of 4 (Flop to River)
Multiply your outs by 4 to estimate the percentage chance of hitting across both turn and river. Example: 9 outs × 4 = ~36% chance.
Poker Odds Calculator
Calculate your winning probability in Texas Hold'em based on your hole cards and community cards.
How It Works
Enter your two hole cards and any known community cards. The calculator runs the scenarios to give you your win, tie, and loss probabilities.
When to Use
During poker sessions to evaluate whether calling, raising, or folding is the mathematically correct play.
Pro Tips
- Pocket Aces win ~85% heads-up preflop
- Suited connectors play best in multiway pots
- Position matters as much as cards in poker
How to Use the Poker Odds Reference
Browse the hand rankings table to learn which hands beat which. Check the preflop matchups table to see how common starting hands perform against each other. Use the drawing odds table to quickly look up your chances of hitting a flush, straight, or other draw after the flop or turn.
Applying Odds at the Table
Knowing your drawing odds helps you decide whether to call, raise, or fold. Compare your odds of completing your hand against the pot odds being offered. If the pot odds exceed your drawing odds, calling is profitable over time. This mathematical approach removes guesswork and emotion from your decision-making.
Tips for Improving Your Poker Game
Memorize the most common drawing odds — flush draws (35% flop to river), open-ended straight draws (31.5%), and gutshots (16.5%). Study preflop hand ranges so you know which hands to play from each position. Review your hand histories regularly to spot patterns and leaks in your strategy. The best poker players combine mathematical knowledge with psychological awareness.