Poker Hand Rankings and Probabilities
Every poker hand from strongest to weakest: an example, a short description and the chance of making it from seven cards (two yours, five on the board).
Overview & Practical Guide
Poker hand rankings from royal flush to high card with examples and the chance of making each one from seven cards in Texas Hold’em. A free cheat sheet for beginners.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the strongest hand in poker?
A royal flush: ace, king, queen, jack and ten of one suit. Next come straight flush, four of a kind, full house, flush, straight, three of a kind, two pair, pair and high card.
Which is stronger, a flush or a straight?
A flush beats a straight because it is rarer. From seven cards a straight arrives in about 4.6% of hands and a flush in 3.0%. A full house (about 2.6%) beats both.
How are two identical hands compared?
First by the top card of the hand, then by kickers. For example, a pair of aces with a king beats a pair of aces with a queen. If all five cards are the same, the pot is split.
Do suits matter?
No. Suits do not rank in Texas Hold’em: the same hand in different suits splits the pot. Suits only matter for flushes and straight flushes.
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