What happens if two players have the same hand?

When two players have the same hand ranking, the higher cards break the tie. For example, AKQJT beats AKQJT if the suits are the same. The kicker (highest unpaired card) is used to break ties.

Rankings de Mãos de Texas Hold'em: O Guia Completo

Understanding Poker Hand Rankings

In Texas Hold'em, you make the best five-card hand using any combination of your two hole cards and the five community cards. Understanding hand rankings is the foundation of all poker strategy.

The Complete Hand Rankings (Best to Worst)

1. Royal Flush

The highest possible hand: A-K-Q-J-10 of the same suit. This is an ace-high straight flush and is unbeatable. Example: Ah Kh Qh Jh Th on a hearts board.

2. Straight Flush

Five consecutive cards of the same suit. Example: 9c 8c 7c 6c 5c. The higher the top card, the stronger the straight flush.

3. Four of a Kind (Quads)

Four cards of the same rank plus any fifth card. Example: As Ac Ah Ad + 7s. The higher the quad rank, the better.

4. Full House

Three cards of one rank plus two cards of another rank. Example: Ks Kd Kh + 8c 8s (Kings full of Eights). Rank the trips first, then the pair.

5. Flush

Five cards of the same suit, not in sequence. Example: Ah 9h 7h 5h 2h. The highest card determines the flush's strength.

6. Straight

Five consecutive cards of different suits. Example: 9d 8c 7h 6s 5d. Aces can be high (above King) or low (below 2).

7. Three of a Kind (Trips/Set)

Three cards of the same rank plus two unrelated cards. Example: Qs Qc Qh + 9d 4s.

8. Two Pair

Two cards of one rank plus two cards of another rank plus a kicker. Example: As Ac + Kh Kc + 9d.

9. One Pair

Two cards of the same rank plus three unrelated cards. Example: Js Jd + Ah 8c 5s.

10. High Card

When no other hand is made, the highest card wins. Example: Ah Kd 7c 4s 2h.

Strategic Implications

Understanding hand rankings helps you quickly evaluate your hand's strength relative to possible opponent holdings. Always consider what hands your opponent might have that beat you.

Common Questions

Does a flush beat a straight? Yes, a flush ranks higher than a straight.

Does a full house beat a flush? Yes, a full house ranks higher than a flush.

Can you use one hole card with four community cards? Yes, you can use any combination of five cards to make your best hand.