Learn how to check laptop specifications, configuration, and information for all brands – Dell, HP, Lenovo, Acer, ASUS, Mac, and more. Step-by-step for Windows 7, 10, 11 & macOS.
Table of Contents
- 1 What Is a Laptop Specification?
- 2 Why You Should Check Your Laptop Specs
- 3 How to Check Laptop Specification in Windows 11, 10, and 7
- 4 How to Check Laptop Specification in macOS (Apple MacBook)
- 5 How to Check Laptop Specs by Brand (2025)
- 6 Check on HP
- 7 Check on Dell
- 8 Check on Lenovo
- 9 Check on ASUS
- 10 Check on Acer
- 11 Check on Microsoft Surface
- 12 Check on MSI
- 13 Check on Razer
- 14 Other Easy Methods
- 15 FAQs – How to Check Laptop Information
- 16 Conclusion
What Is a Laptop Specification?
Laptop specifications (also called laptop configuration or laptop information) tell you what’s inside your laptop. This includes:
- RAM (Memory)
- Storage (HDD or SSD)
- Processor (CPU)
- Graphics Card (GPU)
- Laptop model and brand
- Operating System (Windows or macOS)
Why You Should Check Your Laptop Specs
You may need to know your laptop specs for:
- Upgrading your RAM or storage
- Installing games or software
- Selling your laptop
- Comparing it with another device
How to Check Laptop Specification in Windows 11, 10, and 7
1. Check Basic Laptop Info (Model, Processor, RAM, OS)
Method 1: System Settings (Easy)
Best for beginners

Steps:
- Press
Windows Key + I
to open Settings - Click System > About
- See details under “Device Specifications”:
- Device name
- Processor
- Installed RAM
- System type
- Windows version
2. Check Detailed Laptop Configuration
Method 2: System Information Tool

Steps:
- Press
Windows + R
- Type
msinfo32
and hit Enter - A window will show:
- Full laptop model
- BIOS version
- RAM size
- Processor info
- Motherboard details
Method 3: Task Manager

Steps:
- Press
Ctrl + Shift + Esc
- Go to Performance tab
- View:
- CPU usage and speed
- RAM (Memory)
- Disk (HDD/SSD)
- GPU (Graphics)
Method 4: DirectX Diagnostic Tool

Steps:
- Press
Windows + R
- Type
dxdiag
and press Enter - Shows processor, RAM, display (graphics) info
Laptop Information You Can Check
Component | Where to Check |
---|---|
RAM | System > About / Task Manager |
Storage (HDD/SSD) | File Explorer > This PC / Task Manager |
Processor | System Info / Task Manager |
Graphics (GPU) | dxdiag / Task Manager |
Model | msinfo32 / Manufacturer App |
Windows Version | Settings > System > About |
How to Check Laptop Specification in macOS (Apple MacBook)
Steps to Check on macOS Sequoia / Sonoma / Ventura / Monterey / Big Sur

- Click the Apple logo (top-left)
- Choose About This Mac
- See:
- MacBook model
- Chip (M1, M2, M3, M4 & Intel)
- Memory (RAM)
- macOS version
- Graphics (GPU)
For More Details:
- Click System Report > You’ll see in-depth hardware info.
Reference:
Apple Support – About This Mac
How to Check Laptop Specs by Brand (2025)
Check on HP
- Use HP Support Assistant
- Pre-installed on HP laptops
Steps:
- Open HP Support Assistant
- Go to My Device
- View all specifications
Reference:
HP Official Site
Check on Dell
- Use Dell SupportAssist
Steps:
- Open SupportAssist
- Click System Info
- View full hardware specs
Reference:
Dell SupportAssist
Check on Lenovo
- Use Lenovo Vantage App
Steps:
- Open Lenovo Vantage
- Click Device > My Device Settings
- See specs like RAM, processor, storage
Reference:
Lenovo Vantage Download
Check on ASUS
- Use MyASUS App
Steps:
- Open MyASUS
- Go to System Info
- Check specs
Reference:
MyASUS Download
Check on Acer
- Use Acer Care Center
Steps:
- Open Acer Care Center
- Click System Info
- Full configuration listed
Reference:
Acer Care Center
Check on Microsoft Surface
- Use Surface App
Steps:
- Open Surface App
- Click Device Information
- View specs like RAM, processor, OS version
Reference:
Surface App
Check on MSI
- Use MSI Dragon Center
Steps:
- Open MSI Dragon Center
- Click System Monitor
- See CPU, GPU, RAM info
Reference:
MSI Dragon Center
Check on Razer
- Use Razer Synapse
Steps:
- Open Razer Synapse
- Click System Info
- See laptop specifications
Reference:
Razer Synapse
Other Easy Methods
- Right-click This PC > Properties
- Use free tools like Speccy or CPU-Z for all brands
FAQs – How to Check Laptop Information
How to check laptop specification?
Go to Settings > System > About
or use msinfo32
for full details.
How to check laptop configuration in Windows 10/11?
Use System Info (msinfo32
), Task Manager, or DirectX tool (dxdiag
).
How to check RAM and storage in a laptop?
- RAM: Settings > System > About or Task Manager
- Storage: Open File Explorer > This PC
How to check laptop specifications in HP, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS?
Use official apps like:
- HP Support Assistant
- Dell SupportAssist
- Lenovo Vantage
- MyASUS
How to check my laptop model and processor?
Use msinfo32
or check under Settings > System > About.
Conclusion
You now know how to check laptop specification for all major brands using simple steps. Whether you’re using Windows 7, 10, 11 or a MacBook, these methods will help you find out your laptop configuration easily.
For the most accurate and updated info, always use the official apps from your laptop brand.
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