5e Point Buy Calculator
Create your D&D 5th Edition character stats using the official point buy rules.
Ability Scores
Rule Summary
- Base Score: 8
- Max Score: 15
- Total Points: 27
- Score 14 Cost: 7 pts
- Score 15 Cost: 9 pts
About D&D 5e Point Buy Calculator
Creating a balanced character in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition often starts with the Point Buy system. Our calculator follows the official Player's Handbook rules, allowing you to customize your Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma within the standard 27-point budget. It takes the guesswork out of the math, especially for the non-linear costs of higher ability scores.
Key Features
- Official Point Buy math: Scores 14 and 15 cost 2 points each to increase from the previous rank.
- Real-time Modifier calculation: See your +1, +2, or -1 bonuses instantly.
- Standard 27-point budget tracking with visual progress bar.
- Copy-to-clipboard character sheet summary for your Discord or digital campaign notes.
- Clean, dark-mode-first interface optimized for tablet and desktop usage during session zero.
How to use D&D 5e Point Buy Calculator?
- Start with all ability scores at 8 (the base score).
- Use the plus (+) icons to increase a stat and the minus (-) icons to decrease it.
- Observe the 'Points Remaining' counter; the cost increases to 2 points per rank once you hit a score of 13.
- Select a variety of races to label your character sheet properly.
- Copy your final array for use in Roll20, D&D Beyond, or your physical character sheet.
FAQ
Wait, why does 14 and 15 cost more?
Per the 5e Player's Handbook, increasing a score from 13 to 14 costs 2 points (total cost 7), and from 14 to 15 costs 2 points (total cost 9). Previous increases only cost 1 point.
What is the maximum score I can have?
The point buy system limits you to a base score of 15 before racial bonuses are applied. Most races will allow you to start with a 16 or 17 in your primary stat.
Does this include racial bonuses?
This calculator focuses on the 'Base Array' generation via points. You typically add your racial +2 or +1 bonuses on top of the results generated here.
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