This time, we will introduce four ways to check your PC's specs (performance, specifications) on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
The method introduced here will allow you to check information such as the OS (operating system) version (e.g., 21H2 or 22H2), Windows edition (Home, Pro, etc.), OS build (an internal number such as 19045.2364), CPU, memory, etc.
Knowing how to check your PC's specs will help you determine whether the PC you purchase actually has the specs described.
The need to know your PC's specs
For example, there was someone like this before.
After purchasing a used PC, I had someone knowledgeable look at it and found that there were some differences in the specs listed on the purchase screen.
It's been a few days since I bought the PC, and I haven't been able to contact the seller, so I'm reluctantly continuing to use it.
In particular, used PCs are often sold by people who are not very knowledgeable about PCs.
Recently, methods for installing Windows 11 on PCs that do not meet the system requirements have been introduced online, and PCs with Windows 11 installed in this way are being sold with the label "latest OS installed" and without any warnings.
If you purchase such a PC, you will not be covered by any warranty if a problem occurs later, so be careful.
4 ways to check your Windows OS version
1. Windows version information
Press Windows Key + R to open Run, type the following command and press Enter:
winverHere you can check the Windows version and OS build.
2. System details (settings)
Press Windows Key + R to open Run, type the following command and press Enter:
ms-settings:aboutHere you can see more detailed information such as CPU (processor), memory (RAM), and system type.
3. System Information
Press Windows Key + R to open Run, type the following command and press Enter:
msinfo32
Here you can view more detailed information such as system summary, hardware resources, components, and software environment.
4. DirectX Diagnostic Tool
Press Windows Key + R to open Run, type the following command and press Enter:
dxdiag
The DirectX Diagnostic Tool displays the DirectX-related files on your computer and allows you to inspect running files, input devices, and graphics driver versions.
You can also check system information and see if there are any problems with drivers or input devices.
If there is a problem, it will be displayed at the bottom of each tab, so it is a good idea to check it if your PC is not working properly.
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