How to Quickly Check Your System Information on Windows & Mac

Whether you’re upgrading your computer or checking if a game or app will work, finding your system specs is easy. Here's how to view your PC or Mac's specs, including RAM, processor, and more:

On Windows 11

1. Open Settings: Press Windows + I or click the Start menu and select the gear icon.

   

2. Go to About: Scroll down and click About at the bottom of the left panel.

   

    

3. Review Your Specs: Under Device specifications, check your processor, RAM, and whether your PC is 32-bit or 64-bit. Windows specifications shows your edition, version, and build number.

   

On Windows 10 & 8

1. Search for System Info: Click the Start button and type info in the search bar.

   

2. Select System Information: This opens a window with tabs for system specs:

   

   • System Summary: OS, memory, and processor details.
   • Hardware Resources: Info on drivers and devices.
   • Components: Lists computer parts like USB ports and DVD drives.
   • Software Environment: Displays active drivers and processes.

On Windows 7, Vista, and XP

1. Open Run: Press Windows + R to launch the Run dialog.

   

2. Type msinfo32: Hit OK to open the System Information window.

   

3. Review Your Specs: Check the System Summary for OS, RAM, and processor info, or explore the other tabs for more details.

   

On macOS Ventura

1. Click the Apple Menu: Select the Apple icon in the top-left corner.

   

2. Go to System Settings: Choose System Settings from the menu.

   

3. View About This Mac: Click General > About to see specs like processor type, RAM, and macOS version. For more details, click System Report.

   

On macOS Monterey & Earlier

1. Click the Apple Menu: Select the Apple icon in the top-left corner.
2. Click About This Mac: This opens a window showing your Mac’s model, processor, and RAM details.
3. Click System Report: For detailed hardware and software information, click System Report.

FAQs

Q: How can I print my system info?
Copy the details into a Word or Google document and print it out.

Q: Is Windows software or hardware?
Windows is software—it’s the operating system that runs your computer.

Q: What affects my computer’s speed?
Your CPU controls the processing speed, while sufficient RAM helps with multitasking and performanc

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