Whether you are trying to find out if your PC meets the minimum requirements to download a new video game, or you need to tell a technical support agent exactly what type of processor you have, knowing your computer’s internal specifications is crucial. While you could open up the physical case and read the labels on the motherboard, Windows 11 includes several built-in software tools that will instantly generate a comprehensive list of all your hardware.
Method 1: Using the Settings App (Basic Overview)
If you only need to know how much RAM you have or the name of your processor (CPU), the Settings app is the fastest method.
- Open the Settings app by pressing Windows Key + I.
- In the left-hand sidebar, ensure System is selected.
- Scroll all the way down to the bottom of the right-hand panel and click on About.
- Under the “Device specifications” header, you will instantly see your Processor type, Installed RAM, and System type (64-bit).
Method 2: Using System Information (Detailed Overview)
If you need highly advanced, technical details (such as your specific motherboard model, BIOS version, or precise graphics card architecture), you need to use the hidden System Information tool.
- Click the Start button on your taskbar.
- Type System Information into the search bar.
- Click the app that appears in the search results (it looks like a small computer monitor next to a blue ‘i’).
- A complex window will open. Ensure System Summary is selected in the left pane.
The right pane will now display a massive, incredibly detailed list of every single component inside your computer. You can expand the “Components” folder on the left side and click on “Display” to see the exact technical specifications of your graphics card, or click on “Storage” to see the precise model numbers of your solid-state drives.