The Best Battlefield 6 SGX Loadout for the Open Beta (Weekend 1 Meta)
If you played the first weekend of the Battlefield 6 Open Beta, you heard it before you saw it: the unmistakable buzz of the SGX SMG. This weapon quickly established itself as the king of close-quarters combat, and players are already scrambling to find the optimal build to dominate with it.
We’ve been watching top players and streamers dominate the beta all weekend, and one thing has become clear: the SGX was the weapon to beat. Based on what the pros are running, we’ve put together the consensus ‘meta’ loadout. This build enhances the weapon’s strengths and prepares you to win your firefights in Weekend 2. While the meta is constantly evolving, this build represents the strongest consensus from the first weekend of play.
Before you even worry about attachments, ensure your game is running smoothly by checking out our complete PC settings guide for the beta.
The “Meta” SGX Loadout
For a quick reference, here are the attachments that defined the best SGX build from Weekend 1:
- Muzzle: Linear Compensator
- Barrel: 8″ Extended Barrel
- Underbarrel: 6H64 Vertical Grip
- Laser: 5 MW Green Laser
- Ammunition: Soft Point Rounds
- Magazine: 36RND Magazine
- Optic: OSA-71.00X Scope
Attachment Breakdown & Strategy
This isn’t just a random assortment of attachments; each one serves a specific purpose to create a laser-accurate SMG.
- For Recoil Control (Linear Compensator & 6H64 Vertical Grip): The number one goal of this build is to control the SGX’s vertical recoil. The Linear Compensator and the Vertical Grip work together to drastically reduce muzzle climb, allowing you to stay on target with sustained fire and “beam” opponents.
- For Damage & Range (Extended Barrel & Soft Point Rounds): The primary weakness of any SMG is its effectiveness at range. The Extended Barrel boosts bullet velocity to help with this. More importantly, the Soft Point Rounds are the core of the meta, amping up headshot damage for a faster Time-to-Kill (TTK) in the close-quarters fights where the SGX dominates.
- For Close-Quarters (5 MW Green Laser): As an SMG, many of your fights will be up close. The Green Laser significantly boosts hip-fire accuracy, giving you a major advantage in those surprise, close-range encounters where you don’t have time to aim down sights.
- For Staying Power (36RND Magazine): In the chaos of the beta, having more rounds is a significant advantage. The 36RND Magazine is the most common meta choice, allowing you to secure more kills before a critical reload, which is essential for aggressive, objective-based play.
How to Use This Loadout
This build excels at aggressive, flanking playstyles. It’s designed for close-to-medium range dominance. Use your speed to get on the enemy’s flank, and trust your hip-fire accuracy up close and your low recoil to win fights out to 30 meters.
With this loadout equipped, you’re ready to dominate the battlefield. For a complete overview of the beta’s schedule and rewards, see our Main Beta Guide, and for a powerful mid-range alternative, check out our guide to the best NVO-228E loadout. Remember, a high-performance build is only as good as your aim, so we recommend a precise gaming mouse like the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2, a favorite among FPS pros, which you can find on Amazon.
