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Learn how to find your Windows 11 PC's processor, RAM, storage, and graphics card information using Settings, Task Manager, and the DirectX Diagnostic Tool.
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🖥️ How to Check Your PC's Specs on Windows 11
Find out your processor, RAM, storage, and graphics information on your Windows 11 device — no third-party software required.
📋 Before You Begin
- You must be signed in to your Windows 11 device with your NEO A&M College account.
- No administrator rights are needed for the methods in this guide.
- Knowing your specs is helpful before installing software, requesting IT support, or troubleshooting performance issues.
⚙️ Method 1 – System Settings (About) ⏱ ~1 minute
The quickest way to view your processor, RAM, and Windows edition.
- Click the Start button, then click the Settings gear icon — or press Windows + I.
- In the left sidebar, click System.
- Scroll down and click About.
- Under Device specifications, you will see:
- Device name — your computer's name on the network
- Processor — your CPU model and speed
- Installed RAM — total memory installed
- System type — 64-bit or 32-bit operating system
- Under Windows specifications, you will see your Windows edition and version number.
💡 Tip: You can also get here instantly by right-clicking the Start button and selecting System.
🔍 Method 2 – System Information Tool ⏱ ~2 minutes
The System Information tool provides a comprehensive overview of all hardware and software components.
- Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
- Type msinfo32 and press Enter.
- The System Information window opens. The System Summary section shows:
- OS Name / Version — your exact Windows version
- Processor — full CPU model name
- Installed Physical Memory (RAM) — total RAM
- Total Physical Memory — usable RAM after system reservation
- BIOS Version/Date — firmware information
- Expand Components > Display in the left panel to see your graphics card details.
- Expand Components > Storage > Disks to see drive information.
💡 Tip: Use File > Export in System Information to save a full report as a text file — useful when submitting a detailed IT support ticket.
📊 Method 3 – Task Manager ⏱ ~1 minute
Task Manager shows real-time performance stats and hardware model details.
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
- Click the Performance tab.
- Click CPU in the left panel to see your processor model, speed, cores, and logical processors.
- Click Memory to see total RAM installed, speed, form factor, and how many slots are used.
- Click GPU 0 (or GPU 1) to see your graphics card model and dedicated VRAM.
💡 Tip: The Performance tab in Task Manager is also the best place to check if your CPU or RAM is running at unusually high usage, which can indicate a performance problem.
🎮 Method 4 – DirectX Diagnostic Tool (dxdiag) ⏱ ~2 minutes
The DirectX Diagnostic Tool is especially useful for viewing detailed graphics and audio hardware information.
- Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
- Type dxdiag and press Enter.
- If prompted to check whether drivers are digitally signed, click Yes.
- On the System tab, you will see your computer name, OS, BIOS, processor, and RAM.
- Click the Display tab to see your graphics card name, manufacturer, chip type, and VRAM.
- Click Save All Information to export a full diagnostics report — useful for IT support requests.
⚠️ Note: dxdiag may take a few seconds to load as it scans all hardware components. This is normal.
🙋 Still Need Help?
If you're unsure what your PC's specs mean or need help determining if your device meets requirements for a specific application, the IT Help Desk is here to assist.
📞 Phone: (918) 540-6099
🚶 Walk-in: IT Department, Library Administration, 2nd Floor, Room 216
🕐 Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM