How to Check PC Specs in Windows 10 and 11 (No Extra Software)

Checking PC specifications in Windows 10 and 11 doesn't require installing any extra software. The system already includes built-in tools that let you see your processor model, RAM capacity, graphics card, storage type, and other key parameters of your computer.

The easiest way is to view system information via Windows settings. For more detailed hardware data, you can use Task Manager, built-in system utilities, or the DirectX Diagnostic Tool. All these methods work for both desktop PCs and laptops.

How to Quickly Check Your Computer's Specs via Windows Settings

The most accessible way to find your main PC specs is through the "About" section. Here you'll see the installed processor, RAM amount, and information about your operating system.

On Windows 11:

Press Win + I to open Settings.
Go to System.
Scroll down and open About.
Find the Device specifications block.

On Windows 10:

Open Start → Settings.
Select System → About.
Check the Device specifications section.

Here you'll find:

Processor - model name and base clock speed.
RAM - installed memory size.
System type - whether your OS and processor are 64-bit or 32-bit.
Windows version - edition and build of the operating system.

This is enough to quickly check basic specs before installing a program or game. However, this section doesn't list your graphics card model, detailed RAM specs, or storage type. For those, you'll need other Windows tools.

How to Find Your Processor, Graphics Card, and RAM via Task Manager

Windows Task Manager lets you view the main components of your PC without any third-party apps. You can see not only the device models but also their current usage, clock speeds, and memory consumption.

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
Go to the Performance tab.
Select the component you want from the list on the left.

In Windows 11, "Performance" is in the sidebar; in Windows 10, it's at the top of the window.

How to View Your Processor Model and Specs

Open the CPU section. At the top, you'll see the processor's name, such as Intel Core i5-13400F or AMD Ryzen 5 5600.

You can also check:

Cores and logical processors - number of physical cores and threads.
Base speed - the nominal processor frequency.
Current speed - frequency as it changes with workload and power saving.
Utilization - how busy the CPU is currently.

The number of cores and speed help estimate CPU capabilities, but performance is also shaped by architecture, cache, and model-specific features.

Learn more in our article: Why CPU frequency isn't everything: what IPC is and how to compare processors correctly.

How to Check Your Graphics Card Model

The GPU section shows your graphics card model. If your PC has both integrated and dedicated graphics, Task Manager may display them separately as GPU 0 and GPU 1.

Here you'll find:

Graphics processor name
Dedicated video memory amount
Total GPU memory available
Current GPU utilization

Note: Total GPU memory isn't the same as the card's dedicated VRAM. For example, a discrete card with 8GB VRAM may also use part of your system RAM.

How to Check RAM Size and Speed

Select the Memory section. At the top you'll see total RAM, with more details below:

Speed - RAM data transfer rate
In use - memory currently used by the system and apps
Available - memory free for new tasks
Slots used - number of occupied RAM slots (if shown by your system)

Task Manager is great for a quick check, but doesn't always display the exact RAM module model, motherboard details, or other advanced specs.

How to View Full PC Specs with "System Information"

The built-in System Information utility (msinfo32) shows in-depth hardware and Windows configuration details. It's especially useful for finding your motherboard model, BIOS version, or precise CPU name.

Press Win + R.
Type msinfo32.
Press Enter.
In the window, select System Summary.

The main section displays:

Processor - model, speed, and number of logical processors
Baseboard manufacturer - motherboard maker
Baseboard product - motherboard model (if provided by the system)
BIOS version - manufacturer, version, and firmware date
Installed RAM - total memory
BIOS mode - UEFI or Legacy

To check your graphics card, expand Components → Display. You'll find the graphics adapter name, driver info, and other details.

For storage, go to Components → Storage → Drives for models and capacity.

Note: On some laptops and prebuilt PCs, the motherboard model may be shown as just the manufacturer or device name, depending on what's saved by the vendor.

How to Check Your Graphics Card and Other Components via DirectX

The DirectX Diagnostic Tool (dxdiag) is another built-in Windows utility. It helps you find graphics card specs, driver info, and audio device details.

Press Win + R.
Type dxdiag.
Press Enter.
If prompted for driver signature check, click Yes.

The System tab displays Windows version, CPU model, RAM, and DirectX version.

Switch to the Display tab. Here you can see:

Name - graphics adapter model
Manufacturer - graphics hardware brand
Display memory (VRAM) - dedicated video memory (if listed)
Driver version - installed graphics driver version
DirectX feature levels - supported graphics features

On PCs with multiple GPUs, you may see extra "Display" or "Render" tabs.

The Sound tab provides details about audio devices and their drivers.

Dxdiag is especially useful for checking your graphics card and DirectX support before launching a game. Keep in mind: the installed DirectX version alone doesn't guarantee your graphics card supports all its features.

How to Find Your SSD or HDD Model and Capacity

You can check which drive is installed via Windows Task Manager. This method shows the disk model, total capacity, and type - SSD or HDD.

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
Go to the Performance section.
Select Disk 0, Disk 1, or another drive.
View the details on the right.

You'll see:

Drive model - installed SSD or HDD name
Disk type - solid-state (SSD) or traditional hard disk (HDD)
Capacity - total drive size
Active time - current disk usage intensity
Read/write speed - current data transfer rate

To check available free space, open File Explorer → This PC. Each logical drive displays its available space underneath.

It's important to distinguish between physical and logical drives. For example, C: and D: partitions might be on the same SSD, so having both doesn't necessarily mean you have two physical drives.

Conclusion

You can view PC specifications in Windows 10 and 11 without third-party software. For a quick check of your CPU and RAM, the "About" section is enough, while Task Manager additionally shows your graphics card, storage devices, and current hardware load.

For motherboard or BIOS details, use msinfo32. To check your graphics adapter and DirectX support, use dxdiag.

For most users, starting with Task Manager is the optimal choice since it shows most key specs in one window. The other built-in tools will help when you need more detailed information.

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