55 vs KQ: Preflop Equity & Odds
| Hand | Win | Tie | Equity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 (Pocket Fives) | 52.1% | 0.6% | 52.4% |
| KQ (King-Queen) | 47.3% | 0.6% | 47.6% |
Suited vs offsuit: KQ
| Matchup | Win | Tie | Equity |
|---|---|---|---|
| KQs | 49.2% | 0.6% | 49.5% |
| KQo | 46.7% | 0.6% | 46.9% |
How 55 vs KQ unfolds by street
Pocket Fives (55) is still ahead on 63% of flops against KQ, and the lead survives to the turn on 60%. KQ takes the lead on the other 37% of flops. These figures come from full board enumeration, not a simulation.
| Street | 55 still ahead | KQ flipped the lead |
|---|---|---|
| Flop | 63% | 37% |
| Turn | 60% | 40% |
When a pair meets two bigger cards you get a flip, and 55 vs KQ is exactly that: 55 wins 52.1%, KQ wins 47.3%, and 0.6% of boards chop. The overcards lean on six live outs — either King or Queen pairs to take the lead — which is why the unpaired side converts about 47.3%, the math behind every "I have to gamble" all-in in a tournament.
At a final table the raw 52.4% / 47.6% split is only half the story — ICM bends it. As the 47.6% underdog, KQ pays an extra survival premium, so the chip-EV "close enough" call can be a clear ICM fold. The pure equity sets the floor; the payout ladder sets the real price.
In practice, 55 vs KQ rewards aggression from the favorite and caution from the dog: 55 wants to realize its 52.1% edge by getting value and denying free cards, while KQ should lean on fold equity and position rather than hoping to win the pot at showdown about 1 time in 2.
55 vs KQ FAQ
Who wins 55 vs KQ preflop?
55 (Pocket Fives) is the favorite, winning 52.1% of all runouts, while KQ (King-Queen) wins 47.3%. The remaining 0.6% are split pots. Counting splits as half, 55's preflop equity is 52.4%.
How often does KQ beat 55?
KQ wins 47.3% of the time all-in preflop against 55 — essentially a coin flip, so it is close to even money.
Is 55 vs KQ a good spot to get all-in?
For 55, yes — a 52.4% favorite should happily commit, especially with fold equity. For KQ at 47.6%, it depends on the price: enough to continue with initiative, but thin enough that stacking off out of position is usually a leak.
Does 55 hold up against KQ after the flop?
55 is still ahead on 63% of flops and stays ahead through the turn on 60% of boards; KQ takes the lead on the other 37% of flops. These are exact figures from full board enumeration.
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