Gold Pip Value: How Much Is 1 Pip in XAUUSD?
If you trade XAUUSD, understanding how much each pip is worth is crucial for risk management. Gold moves faster than most forex pairs, so knowing the exact gold pip value helps you set your lot size, stop loss, and take profit with confidence.
In this guide, you’ll learn what a pip is in Gold, the standard gold pip value per lot size, and see clear examples like 1 pip = $1 for 0.01 lot and 1 pip = $10 for 0.10 lot, so you can quickly estimate your risk per trade.
What Is a Pip in Gold?
For Gold (XAUUSD), prices are usually quoted to two decimal places. In this case:
1 pip = 0.01 on the price
Example: if price moves from 2,350.00 → 2,350.01, that is a movement of 1 pip.
This is different from major currency pairs (like EURUSD) that often use four decimals (0.0001). Because of this, the pip value in gold can be much larger in dollar terms, especially at bigger lot sizes.
Gold Pip Value Per Lot Size (XAUUSD)
The value of 1 pip depends on your lot size. Below is a quick reference table you can use before entering a trade:
| Lot Size | Pip Value (USD) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1.00 lot | $100 per pip | Standard position size |
| 0.50 lot | $50 per pip | Half standard size |
| 0.10 lot | $10 per pip | Typical “mini” position |
| 0.05 lot | $5 per pip | Smaller intraday size |
| 0.01 lot | $1 per pip | Common for small accounts |
As you can see, pip value scales directly with lot size: bigger lots mean a higher dollar value per pip and therefore higher risk per move.
Key Gold Pip Value Examples
Here are the two most important examples most gold traders use as a reference:
1 pip = $1 for 0.01 lot
At 0.01 lot, each pip is worth $1.
- Move of 10 pips → $10
- Move of 25 pips → $25
- Move of 50 pips → $50
This position size is often used by smaller accounts or traders who want tighter risk control while still trading gold.
1 pip = $10 for 0.10 lot
At 0.10 lot, each pip is worth $10.
- Move of 10 pips → $100
- Move of 25 pips → $250
- Move of 50 pips → $500
This size is more aggressive. A relatively small move in gold can quickly add up to a large gain or loss, so make sure your risk is properly planned.
Real Trade Examples Using Gold Pip Value
Example 1 – 0.01 Lot (Beginner-Friendly Size)
Setup:
- Lot size: 0.01
- Entry: 2,350.00
- Take profit: 2,350.20
Price moves from 2,350.00 to 2,350.20 → that’s a move of 20 pips.
At 0.01 lot, 1 pip = $1:
Profit = 20 pips × $1 = $20
Example 2 – 0.10 Lot (More Aggressive Size)
Setup:
- Lot size: 0.10
- Entry: 2,350.00
- Stop loss: 2,349.50
Price moves from 2,350.00 down to 2,349.50 → that’s a move of 50 pips against you.
At 0.10 lot, 1 pip = $10:
Loss = 50 pips × $10 = $500
These examples show why gold pip value matters: the same 50-pip move is a $50 change at 0.01 lot, but a $500 change at 0.10 lot.
Using a Gold Position Size Calculator
Once you understand how pip value works, the next step is to match it with the right lot size. A tool like the Gold Position Size Calculator can help you quickly convert your account balance, risk percentage, and stop loss in pips into an exact lot size for your gold trades, so you always know how much you are risking per trade.
Gold Pip Value FAQ
Quick answers to the most common questions beginners ask about gold pip value and XAUUSD pip calculations.
For most gold trading setups, 1 pip is a movement of 0.01 on the gold price (for example, from 2,350.00 to 2,350.01). The actual dollar value of that pip depends on your lot size. At 0.01 lot, 1 pip is $1; at 0.10 lot, 1 pip is $10; and at 1.00 lot, 1 pip is $100.
At 0.01 lot on XAUUSD, 1 pip is typically worth $1. That means a 10-pip move equals $10, a 20-pip move equals $20, and a 50-pip move equals $50. This size is popular with smaller accounts because it keeps the dollar risk per pip more manageable.
At 0.10 lot, each pip is usually worth $10. A 30-pip price move in your favor gives a $300 profit, while a 30-pip move against you gives a $300 loss, so this size should be used with careful risk planning.