System Information

System info tools show temperatures, CPU usage, RAM usage, and more. Useful for debugging and troubleshooting.

Built-in option

Windows Task Manager (below) is pre-installed and may be sufficient for basic monitoring. Use the dedicated tools for detailed hardware data like temperatures.

Task Manager

Task Manager is pre-installed in Windows. It monitors system performance, CPU usage, RAM usage, and helps identify issues. It may not provide as much data as dedicated tools (e.g., temperatures).

HWiNFO

HWiNFO provides in-depth analysis of your system: temperature, CPU usage, RAM usage, and more. A lightweight, customizable alternative to Task Manager.

Install with winget: 
winget install -e --id REALiX.HWiNFO

Download HWiNFO

CPU-Z

CPU-Z shows CPU sensors, usage, and other details. Useful for debugging CPU issues.

Install with winget: 
winget install -e --id CPUID.CPU-Z

Download CPU-Z

GPU-Z

GPU-Z shows GPU sensors, usage, and other details. Useful for debugging GPU issues.

Install with winget: 
winget install -e --id TechPowerUp.GPU-Z

Download GPU-Z

MSI Afterburner

MSI Afterburner is for overclocking but also displays GPU stats while gaming: FPS, CPU%, GPU%, RAM. For info only (no overclocking), HWiNFO or GPU-Z may be better.

Install with winget: 
winget install -e --id Guru3D.Afterburner

Download MSI Afterburner

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