What's the actual passing score for COMPTIA? Getting conflicting info

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PassOrFailOP
February 12, 2026

Been searching for the COMPTIA passing score and I keep seeing different numbers. Some say 70%, others say 75%, and the official website isn't super clear.

I've been working through "COMPTIA" searches online and the passing requirement seems to vary by state or version? Or am I overthinking this?

My practice test scores are hovering around 69%. Should I be aiming higher before I schedule my actual exam?

Also I noticed on CompTIA Network+ — are the practice questions usually harder or easier than the real thing? Trying to calibrate how ready I actually am.

Any recent test takers who can share what the real cutoff is?

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StudyCoach
February 13, 2026

Went through this exact question when I was prepping. The COMPTIA material on "COMPTIA" is actually not as bad as it looks — once it clicks it clicks.

What helped me was finding one resource that explained it from first principles instead of just giving me the "right answer." Made a huge difference on the scenario-based questions.

Also: don't underestimate the importance of reviewing your wrong answers more than your right ones. I learned more from 20 wrong answers than 200 correct ones.

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PassedFirstTry
February 15, 2026

I actually failed the first time by a few points. Total gut punch. But passed on the second attempt with a comfortable margin.

What changed: I stopped trying to memorize answers and started actually understanding the material. Specifically on COMPTIA exam — I went back to basics and worked forward from first principles.

Also switched from reading to doing. Less time with the textbook, more time on practice questions with detailed answer explanations.

You've got this. The second attempt is always better because you know exactly what the exam is like.

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