A modern take on Chinese domino poker. Play Pai Gow Poker at 44hz and win big. Use seven cards to build two hands — a 5-card high hand and a 2-card low hand. Beat the dealer and get instant payouts.
Pai Gow Poker blends the ancient Chinese domino game Pai Gow with American seven-card stud poker. Invented in California in 1985, it has since become a staple in casinos worldwide. At 44hz, you can play the digital version of Pai Gow Poker — available in both live dealer and RNG formats.
Each round, both the player and the dealer receive seven cards. The goal is to split those seven cards into two poker hands — a five-card "high hand" and a two-card "low hand". The high hand must always rank higher than the low hand. For example, if your high hand contains Three of a Kind, your low hand cannot rank higher than a single pair.
To win at 44hz Pai Gow Poker, both of your hands must beat the dealer's corresponding hands. Win both and you take the full bet (typically minus 5% commission). Win one and lose one — it's a push, and your stake is returned. Lose both and the bet is gone. Simple to grasp, but full of strategy.
Minimum bets at 44hz's Pai Gow Poker tables start at just ৳50. High rollers can wager up to ৳1,00,000. The RTP (Return to Player) is 98.5% — meaning players enjoy excellent returns over the long run. The game strikes a great balance between skill and luck.
What sets 44hz apart from other platforms
44hz offers live Pai Gow Poker tables where professional dealers deal cards in real time, with HD video streaming and a chat feature.
An RNG-based version built for fast-paced play. Results are instant — no waiting around. Certified by independent auditors.
New players can use the "House Way" option — the computer automatically sets your hand in the optimal configuration. No strategy knowledge required.
Side bet options alongside the standard bet — Pair Plus, Fortune Bonus. Hit a straight flush and you can win up to 50:1.
Smooth experience on Android and iOS. Touch controls are intuitive and graphics are crisp. Play from anywhere.
Deposit directly via bKash, Nagad, or Rocket. Withdraw your winnings instantly — funds reach your account within 5 minutes.
Complete Rules for Playing Pai Gow Poker at 44hz
Set your bet size before each round begins. Stakes range from a minimum of ৳50 to a maximum of ৳1,00,000. You can also place a side bet if you wish.
You and the dealer each receive seven cards. Your cards are shown face-up, while the dealer's remain face-down.
Build two hands from seven cards — a five-card high hand and a two-card low hand. The high hand must always rank higher than the low hand.
Once you've set your hand, the dealer's cards are revealed. The dealer then sets their own hand according to the "House Way".
Your high hand is compared against the dealer's high hand, and your low hand against the dealer's low hand. Standard poker rankings apply.
Win both hands and you win (minus 5% commission). Win one, lose one — it's a push. Lose both and you lose the bet. Ties go to the dealer.
In Pai Gow Poker, the five-card high hand follows standard poker rankings. Listed below from highest to lowest. The two-card low hand can only contain a pair or a high card.
Four Aces and a Joker. The highest hand in Pai Gow Poker — it beats even a Royal Flush.
A-K-Q-J-10 of the same suit. Extremely rare — occurs roughly once every 650,000 hands.
Five consecutive cards of the same suit. Example: 9♥-8♥-7♥-6♥-5♥.
Four cards of the same rank. Example: K♠-K♥-K♦-K♣-5♠.
Three cards of the same rank and two of another. Example: Q♠-Q♥-Q♦-7♣-7♠.
Any five cards of the same suit. They don't need to be in sequence.
Five consecutive cards of any suit. A-2-3-4-5 is the lowest; 10-J-Q-K-A is the highest.
Three cards of the same rank. Example: 8♠-8♥-8♦-A♣-5♠.
Two separate pairs. Example: J♠-J♥-4♦-4♣-K♠.
Two cards of the same rank. Example: A♠-A♥-9♦-7♣-3♠.
If no combination is made, the highest card counts.
The two-card low hand has only three possible outcomes:
Two cards of the same rank. Highest is A-A, lowest is 2-2.
With no pair, the higher of the two cards counts.
A pair always beats a high card. If pairs are equal, the kicker card decides.
Strategies to Boost Your Winning Chances at 44hz
At many 44hz tables, players can take turns acting as the banker. As the banker, you gain a slight house edge advantage — improving your win rate by 1%–2%. Keep in mind that banking rounds may require a larger bankroll.
With one pair, generally keep it in the high hand. With two pairs — if both are low pairs (2–6), keep them together. If you have a high pair (7+), split them provided the high hand holds at least A-K.
With no pairs, place your two highest cards in the low hand. Example: with A-K-Q-J-9-7-3, put A-K in the low hand and Q-J-9-7-3 in the high hand. This reduces the chances of a push.
With Three of a Kind, keep all three in your high hand. Exception: if you have three Aces (AAA), place two in the high hand and one in the low hand — this strengthens both hands.
If you have a flush or straight, consider whether breaking it up is worth it. If splitting gives you a pair in the low hand, that's often the better play — it strengthens both hands.
New players should keep the "House Way" option enabled. 44hz's algorithm sets your hand to the mathematically optimal split. If you're still learning strategy, this is the safest approach.
| Features | Pai Gow Poker | Texas Hold'em | Three Card Poker |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game Type | Player vs Dealer | Player vs Player | Player vs Dealer |
| Number of Cards | 7 (per player) | 2 (hole cards) + 5 (community cards) | 3 |
| Number of Hands | 2 (High & Low) | 1 | 1 |
| Strategy Required | Medium | High | Low |
| RTP Percentage | 98.5% | Variable | 96.6% |
| Game Speed | Slow (time to think) | Medium | Fast |
| Push Rate | High (41%) | None | Medium |
| Available at 44hz | ✓ Available | ✓ Available | ✓ Available |
Pai Gow Poker's biggest advantage is its high RTP and push rate. Around 41% of hands end in a push — meaning your stake comes back. That keeps your bankroll going longer. It's also more relaxed and less competitive than Texas Hold'em. For beginners, 44hz Pai Gow Poker is the ideal place to start.
House Way is the casino's own hand-setting strategy — a mathematically defined set of rules that determines the optimal split for every possible hand. At 44hz, pressing the "House Way" button lets the system automatically set the best possible high and low hands from your seven cards.
New players should always use House Way. Pai Gow Poker strategy is complex — setting your hand incorrectly can push the house edge up by 5%–6%. Stick with House Way and the house edge stays at just 1.5%, giving you solid long-term returns at 44hz's Pai Gow Poker tables.
Experienced players can use their own judgment. Deviating from House Way can be profitable in certain situations — playing more aggressively or defensively, especially in the banker position. This is advanced strategy, though; check the 44hz tutorial section to learn more.
44hz Pai Gow Poker offers several side bet options that make the game even more exciting. The most popular is the "Fortune Bonus" — it pays out based on the overall ranking of your seven cards. Hit a straight or better and you collect the bonus, regardless of how your main hand turns out.
Fortune Bonus payout table: Straight = 2:1, Flush = 3:1, Full House = 5:1, Four of a Kind = 25:1, Straight Flush = 50:1, Royal Flush = 150:1, Five Aces = 400:1. Big rewards, but the house edge is higher — around 8%.
Another side bet is "Pair Plus" — it pays out if your high hand contains at least one pair. It's straightforward, but the RTP is lower (92%). At 44hz, side bets are optional — you can always stick to the main game. Beginners are better off skipping side bets.
Live streaming direct from the 44hz Live Casino studio. Professional dealers deal cards in real time, with HD video, multi-camera angles, and a chat option.
An RNG-based version where a computer algorithm deals the cards. Instant results, no waiting. The RNG is audited by an independent organization.
Both versions at 44hz share the same RTP (98.5%) and rules. Beginners should start with RNG — it gives you more room to practice. Once you're comfortable, move on to the live tables.
Get a 100% match bonus on your first deposit as a new account — use it on Pai Gow Poker. Plus 50 free spins on the Fortune Bonus side bet.