TT vs AQ: Preflop Equity & Odds
| Hand | Win | Tie | Equity |
|---|---|---|---|
| TT (Pocket Tens) | 56.1% | 0.4% | 56.2% |
| AQ (Ace-Queen) | 43.6% | 0.4% | 43.8% |
Suited vs offsuit: AQ
| Matchup | Win | Tie | Equity |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQs | 45.7% | 0.4% | 45.9% |
| AQo | 42.9% | 0.4% | 43.1% |
How TT vs AQ unfolds by street
Pocket Tens (TT) is still ahead on 67% of flops against AQ, and the lead survives to the turn on 62%. AQ takes the lead on the other 33% of flops. These figures come from full board enumeration, not a simulation.
| Street | TT still ahead | AQ flipped the lead |
|---|---|---|
| Flop | 67% | 33% |
| Turn | 62% | 38% |
TT vs AQ is the classic preflop race — a pocket pair against two overcards (one-gap overcards). The pair noses ahead: TT wins 56.1%, AQ wins 43.6%, and 0.4% of boards chop. The unpaired hand has six outs twice over (any Ace or Queen), and with a little extra straight equity the whole thing sits within a few points of a coin flip.
At a final table the raw 56.2% / 43.8% split is only half the story — ICM bends it. As the 43.8% underdog, AQ 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, TT vs AQ rewards aggression from the favorite and caution from the dog: TT wants to realize its 56.1% edge by getting value and denying free cards, while AQ should lean on fold equity and position rather than hoping to win the pot at showdown about 1 time in 2.
TT vs AQ FAQ
Who wins TT vs AQ preflop?
TT (Pocket Tens) is the favorite, winning 56.1% of all runouts, while AQ (Ace-Queen) wins 43.6%. The remaining 0.4% are split pots. Counting splits as half, TT's preflop equity is 56.2%.
How often does AQ beat TT?
AQ wins 43.6% of the time all-in preflop against TT — a genuine underdog, but with enough live outs (about 1 in 2) that the matchup is closer than the favorite would like.
Is TT vs AQ a good spot to get all-in?
For TT, yes — a 56.2% favorite should happily commit, especially with fold equity. For AQ at 43.8%, it depends on the price: enough to continue with initiative, but thin enough that stacking off out of position is usually a leak.
Does TT hold up against AQ after the flop?
TT is still ahead on 67% of flops and stays ahead through the turn on 62% of boards; AQ takes the lead on the other 33% of flops. These are exact figures from full board enumeration.
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