AFq

Overview

AFq, or Aggression Frequency, is a poker tracking statistic used to quantify how often a player takes aggressive action (bet or raise) when they have the chance to do so. Unlike the traditional Aggression Factor (AF), which is a ratio of aggressive actions to passive calls, AFq expresses aggression as a percentage out of all non-fold opportunities.

Calculation

AFq is calculated as:

AFq = (Bets + Raises) / (Bets + Raises + Calls + Checks) × 100%

The denominator includes all actions except folds. This means AFq captures how frequently a player applies pressure when they are still in the hand, regardless of whether they previously called or checked.

For example, if a player bets 5 times, raises 3 times, calls 10 times, and checks 2 times, their AFq = (5+3)/(5+3+10+2) = 8/20 = 40%. An AFq of 40% indicates they are aggressive 40% of the time they could be.

Interpretation

• Low AFq (<30%): The player is passive, preferring to check or call rather than bet or raise. They may be weak-tight or a calling station.
• Medium AFq (30–50%): Balanced player who mixes aggression with passive plays. Typical for solid regulars.
• High AFq (>50%): Very aggressive, often betting or raising at every opportunity. Could be a maniac or a skilled LAG (loose-aggressive).

Streetc-by-street AFq can also be analyzed: a high flop AFq but low turn AFq might suggest a player who bets flops often but slows down later.

Comparison with Aggression Factor (AF)

AF = (Bets + Raises) / Calls. It ignores checks. AFq is often considered more robust because it includes checks, giving a fuller picture of passivity. For instance, a player who frequently checks (passive) but rarely calls might still have a high AF, while AFq would correctly show low aggression.

Limitations

• AFq does not account for bet sizing or the quality of aggression (e.g., bluff vs. value).
• Sample size matters: over a few hands, AFq can be erratic.
• Context-dependent: a player's AFq should be interpreted alongside VPIP (voluntarily put money in pot) and PFR (preflop raise). For example, a high AFq with a low VPIP might indicate a tight-aggressive style, while high AFq with high VPIP suggests loose-aggressive.

Usage in Player Profiling

AFq helps identify tendencies:

• TAG (Tight-Aggressive): Moderate VPIP (15-20%), high AFq (>50%).
• LAG (Loose-Aggressive): High VPIP (>25%), high AFq.
• Calling Station: High VPIP, low AFq (<30%).
• Rock: Low VPIP, low AFq.

In practice, many HUDs (Heads-Up Displays) display AFq as a primary stat alongside VPIP and PFR to quickly gauge a player's style.