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French

French: Exchange, 4.Nc3 Nf6 5.Nf3: what should White play?

Best move

h3+0.26

White to move. The engine's choice is h3 (+0.26).

Games played
280K
To move
White
Evaluation
+0.26
Depth
25

What else gets played here

Move choices from 280K games in the opening book, with the engine's evaluation of each.

MoveEvaluationPlayedGamesWhite score
h3Engine pick+0.260%00%
a3+0.270%00%
Bg5+0.150%00%
Bd2+0.130%00%
Be3+0.090%00%

Frequently asked questions

What is the best move for White in the French: Exchange, 4.Nc3 Nf6 5.Nf3?

h3 (+0.26). White to move. The engine's choice is h3 (+0.26).

How often does this position occur?

This position has been reached 280K times in the opening book.