How To Check System Specs

Overview

This page shows a few simple ways to check basic system specifications in Windows. These steps help you identify your processor, RAM, Windows version, and other important details when troubleshooting a device.

Check system specs using Settings

  1. Click the Start button.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Click System in the left panel.
  4. Scroll down and select About.
  5. Under Device specifications, note your processor, installed RAM, and system type.
  6. Under Windows specifications, note your edition, version, and OS build.

Detailed information using System Information

  1. Click the Start button.
  2. Type msinfo32 in the search box.
  3. Press Enter to open System Information.
  4. Review the details under System Summary, including:
    • OS name and version
    • System manufacturer and model
    • Processor details
    • BIOS version and date
    • Installed physical memory (RAM)
    • Secure Boot state and boot mode

Graphics information using DirectX Diagnostic Tool

  1. Click the Start button.
  2. Type dxdiag.
  3. Press Enter to open the DirectX Diagnostic Tool.
  4. On the System tab, review your processor, memory, and DirectX version.
  5. On the Display tab, review your graphics card name, display memory, and driver version.

Command line summary (optional)

  1. Right‑click the Start button.
  2. Select Windows Terminal or Command Prompt.
  3. Type the following command and press Enter:
systeminfo
  1. Wait a few seconds for Windows to gather information.
  2. Review the summary for OS version, system model, processor, and total physical memory.

Notes

  • Windows 10 and Windows 11 use similar steps, though some labels may differ slightly.
  • All methods on this page are read‑only and do not change any system settings.
  • Keeping a record of your CPU, RAM, and Windows version can help with future troubleshooting.
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