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October 22, 20268 min read

AWP | Fade: Fade tiers, percentage, and paint seeds

Learn what pattern tiers mean on the AWP | Fade: paint seed (0 to 999), Fade classification, 10 categories cataloged by CubeSKINs, and how they change the market price. Includes references like High Fade #1.

Part of the CS2 tiers and patterns series, matched to the CubeSKINs detector for AWP | Fade (Fade).

Family

Fade

Tier levels

10 tiers

Cataloged seeds

10+

Overview

On the AWP | Fade, the gradient isn't the same on every item. The paint seed sets how much color covers the weapon, measured as a Fade percentage (95%, 99%, Full Fade).

Tier 1 usually groups Full Fades. The next tiers still carry a premium, with less color at the tip or in the middle. Comparing only the skin name, without the seed, leads to the wrong price.

What a paint seed is and why it matters

The paint seed (pattern index) is a whole number, usually 0 to 999, fixed when the item is created. It has nothing to do with float. Two identical weapons can have different seeds and different prices on this skin.

Check the seed through the inspect link on Steam. On CubeSKINs, the seed is read automatically along with float and stickers when you get a quote for your inventory or browse the marketplace.

Cataloged tiers for the AWP | Fade

This is the catalog behind our quotes and inspector. Names like Blue Gem Tier 1, Full Fade, or Pink Galaxy follow the community's international conventions.

Tier 11 category

The most sought-after patterns and, in general, the most expensive on this skin.

High Fade #1

100% Fade: the absolute maximum purple at the tip of the silencer. A highly coveted pattern.

Paint seeds

412

Tier 21 category

Strong variants that collectors still value.

High Fade #2

99% Fade: nearly full purple, visually very close to a Full Fade.

Paint seeds

602

Tier 31 category

Strong variants that collectors still value.

High Fade #3

98% Fade: excellent shine and saturation, with prominent purple and a clean transition.

Paint seeds

359

Tier 41 category

Cataloged seeds for comparing listings with similar traits.

High Fade #4

97% Fade.

Paint seeds

649

Tier 51 category

Cataloged seeds for comparing listings with similar traits.

High Fade #5

96% Fade.

Paint seeds

393

Tier 61 category

Cataloged seeds for comparing listings with similar traits.

High Fade #6

95% Fade.

Paint seeds

701

Tier 71 category

Cataloged seeds for comparing listings with similar traits.

High Fade #7

94% Fade.

Paint seeds

16

Tier 81 category

Cataloged seeds for comparing listings with similar traits.

High Fade #8

93% Fade.

Paint seeds

146

Tier 91 category

Cataloged seeds for comparing listings with similar traits.

High Fade #9

92% Fade.

Paint seeds

688

Tier 101 category

Cataloged seeds for comparing listings with similar traits.

High Fade #10

91% Fade.

Paint seeds

541

Paint seed lookup index

Each row answers: "What tier is seed N on the AWP | Fade?" Direct URL: /en/blog/tiers/awp-fade/seed/N

Paint seeds cataloged for AWP | Fade: seed number, tier, and category name
Seed	Tier	Category	Lookup
16	Tier 7	High Fade #7	See answer
146	Tier 8	High Fade #8	See answer
359	Tier 3	High Fade #3	See answer
393	Tier 5	High Fade #5	See answer
412	Tier 1	High Fade #1	See answer
541	Tier 10	High Fade #10	See answer
602	Tier 2	High Fade #2	See answer
649	Tier 4	High Fade #4	See answer
688	Tier 9	High Fade #9	See answer
701	Tier 6	High Fade #6	See answer

API: GET /api/public/pattern-seed?slug=awp-fade&seed=NUM

How tier affects price

A rare tier doesn't replace float, stickers, or liquidity, but it can multiply the value. On Case Hardened and Fade, the gap between a common seed and a Tier 1 shows up when you compare prices on Buff163. When you sell, list the right seed. When you buy, confirm the tier before paying a premium.

The bigger picture: how to price CS2 skins and what float means in CS2.

More pattern guides

Tier and paint seed FAQ

What does Tier 1 mean on the AWP | Fade?

Tier 1 groups the most valued paint seeds for this skin in the CubeSKINs catalog, usually the cleanest looks or the ones with the most color (Blue Gem, Full Fade, Pink Galaxy, and similar). Tier 1 seeds tend to be less liquid and priced above the model's average.

How do I check my skin's paint seed?

Use the item's inspect link on Steam or a compatible tool. The pattern index shows up in the item's metadata. On CubeSKINs, the inventory quote and the marketplace read seed, float, and stickers automatically when the item is available.

Does the tier change if I play with the skin?

No. The paint seed and its tier are fixed from the moment the item is created. The float doesn't change either. Only applying or scraping stickers changes the visible attributes.

Can I sell a skin with a rare pattern on CubeSKINs?

Yes. Cataloged patterns are part of the quote analysis. For premium tiers, also compare similar listings on the marketplace and, if needed, ask for a human review on the sale to make sure the seed was recognized.

Keep exploring

Sell CS2 skins on CubeSKINs

Next step

Find out your pattern's tier now

A quote that reads float, paint seed, and rare patterns. Buy or sell at a price in line with the market.