This information can be determined in Windows 10 and 11 without having to use third-party software. This post discusses various methods for finding the above-mentioned information using the built-in tools and utilities in Windows. Whether you have a desktop computer or a laptop, the methods discussed in this post are valid for both.
How to Check Laptop/Computer Specs
Generally, the specifications of the different components within a laptop or a desktop computer can be found through various tools, individually. However, if you have purchased a stock PC and want to know its default specifications, you can just perform a Google search for the PC’s model. To determine your computer’s manufacturing company and model, perform these steps: You may now use this information to find the default specifications for your stock PC right out of the factory.
How to Check Processor/CPU Specs
Information on your processor can be found at multiple locations within the operating system.
From System Information
Follow the steps below to find your CPU’s specifications through System Information: In the Processor field, you will see your CPU’s model and its generation along with the clock speed and number of cores.
From Settings
Follow the steps below to find your CPU’s specifications through the Settings app: Unlike System Information, the Settings app does not tell the number of cores your processor has.
From the Task Manager
Follow the steps below to find your CPU specifications through the Task Manager:
From DirectX Diagnostic Tool
The DirectX Diagnostic Tool in Windows is primarily used for information on the GPU and its associated drivers. However, it also gives other information. Follow the steps below to find your CPU specs from this tool: Note that DirectX Diagnostic Tool states the number of logical cores only, not the physical cores, unlike System Information.
How to Check Graphics Card/GPU Specs
From Device Manager
Follow the steps below to find out your GPU’s specifications through the Device Manager:
From DirectX Diagnostic Tool
More detailed information on your GPU can be found using the DirectX Diagnostic Tool. Follow these steps:
From the Task Manager
Follow the steps below to find your GPU specifications through the Task Manager: Similar to the Device Manager, the Task Manager also gives out only the name of the graphics card. Thus, some users may prefer finding out the GPU’s specifications using the DirectX Diagnostic Tool.
How to Check Memory/RAM Specs
Like all other methods mentioned above, you can check your RAM details through different techniques. However, some of them only display the total amount of available RAM, while other methods give out details on the number of RAM modules installed.
From System Information
Follow the steps below to find out the specifications of your RAM through System Information: Below is the Installed Physical Memory (RAM) info. You can also find other information like “Total Physical Memory” and “Available Physical Memory.”
From Settings App
Follow the steps below to find out the specifications of your RAM via the Settings app:
From Task Manager
Perform the following steps to find information on your system’s RAM using the Task Manager: You can also find live information from the Task Manager on your RAM, such as its current consumption, and how much is still available for use.
From Command Prompt
The following steps will give you the information on your system’s RAM, stating the capacity of each RAM module individually. You will now see your RAM information in the Command Prompt. The “capacity” is stated in bytes, and each row defines a different module. The image above in step 7 shows that there are 2 RAM modules inserted into our machine.
How to Check Hard Drive/SSD Specs
The first order of business when it comes to the storage device is to know whether you have a regular hard drive installed, or is it a Solid State Drive (SSD). If you are not sure, here are 4 ways to determine the type of storage device on your computer.
From System Information
Follow the steps below to find your storage device’s specifications through System Information: System Information provides information on the disk(s) and the partitions on it. Here you can find all sorts of information on the storage device(s), such as the manufacturer, total capacity, capacity on each partition, etc.
From Disk Management Console
Follow the steps below to obtain specifications on your storage drive(s) using the Disk Management Console:
From Settings App
You can also find information on your storage device from the built-in Settings app in Windows. Here is how:
From Task Manager
Follow the steps below to find your hard drive specifications through the Task Manager:
How to Check Motherboard Specs
From System Information
Follow the steps below to get information on your motherboard without having to open up your PC: On some computers, you may see the word “motherboard” in place of “BaseBoard.”
From Command Prompt
Follow the steps below to get specifications on your system’s motherboard using the Command Prompt: The command above will now display the specifications of your PC’s motherboard. So far, we have discussed all possible methods of obtaining the information usually required, regardless of the reason. That said, not everyone wants to perform these steps and would rather prefer to get all their information in one place. For that, you may refer to third-party software that gathers and states your system specifications in an organized manner. Here are 10 tools to check every hardware detail of your computer, which works with both desktops and laptops.
Closing Words
You may require your hardware specifications if you are selling your PC and want to list its details, or maybe you need to check if some software is supported and whether your system meets the minimum requirements. Regardless, some users may prefer to obtain this information without involving third-party software. You may perform the operations discussed in this post to obtain the relevant information using the built-in tools and utilities in Windows. Also see:
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