Basics
What Is CPU-Z?
CPU-Z is a free system profiling utility that reports processor, motherboard, RAM, and graphics details without changing settings.
Blog
Hardware identification guides
Articles that help you identify and verify the exact hardware and specifications installed in your computer—CPU, motherboard, RAM, and graphics.
Core
CPU-Z Hardware Identification
A practical overview of CPU-Z hardware identification—detecting models and specs so you can verify what is really installed.
Processor
How to Check CPU Information with CPU-Z
Learn how to read CPU name, cores, threads, stepping, and package details using CPU-Z processor identification.
Motherboard
How to Check Motherboard Model with CPU-Z
Use CPU-Z to identify motherboard manufacturer, model, chipset, and BIOS details for upgrades and support.
Memory
How to Check RAM Information with CPU-Z
Read RAM type, capacity, channels, timings, and SPD slot details in CPU-Z to verify your memory kit.
Memory
How to Find RAM Speed with CPU-Z
Learn how to find RAM speed in CPU-Z and correctly interpret DRAM frequency versus effective MT/s.
Graphics
How to Check GPU Information with CPU-Z
Check GPU identification, memory, and graphics interface details with CPU-Z’s graphics information view.
Reference
CPU-Z Hardware Specifications Explained
A field-by-field explanation of CPU-Z hardware specifications so you can read every important value with confidence.
Guides
CPU-Z System Information Guide
Collect a complete CPU-Z system information snapshot—CPU, board, RAM, GPU—and export it for inventory or support.
Verification
CPU-Z Hardware Verification
A verification checklist using CPU-Z to confirm CPU, motherboard, RAM, and GPU match what you were sold.