How Much Is Each Chess Piece Worth?
The point values and what they mean when you're deciding whether to trade.
Read the guide →Chess Basics
The value of the pieces
Knowing what each piece is worth helps you decide which trades are good.
When a Knight Beats a Rook
Piece values are a guide, not a rule; here's when they flip.
Read the guide →More in Chess Basics
← All Chess Basics
How each piece moves
Setting up the board correctly
Special moves: castling, en passant, promotion
Check, checkmate, and stalemate explained
Reading and writing chess notation
Rules, draws, and how a game ends
The three phases: opening, middlegame, endgame
Basic etiquette and how to play online
Common beginner mistakes to avoid