How to Check Which Processor Is Installed on Your Computer

If you want to find out what processor is in your computer, there are several simple ways to do this. Let’s go through each method step by step.

Method 1: Using System Information in Windows

1. Press Win + Pause/Break on your keyboard. If your keyboard doesn’t have a Pause/Break key, open the Start menu, type "System Information" in the search bar, and select the result.
2. In the "System Information" window, look for the line labeled Processor. It will show the model and speed of your processor.

Method 2: Task Manager

1. Open the Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc or by right-clicking on the taskbar and selecting "Task Manager."
2. Go to the Performance tab and select "CPU." On the left side, you’ll see details about your processor, including the model and current usage.

Method 3: Command Prompt

1. Open the Command Prompt (cmd). Press Win + R, type cmd, and hit Enter.
2. Type the command: wmic cpu get name and press Enter.
3. You will see the name of your processor displayed in the results.

Method 4: Third-Party Software

You can also use specialized programs like CPU-Z or AIDA64. These tools provide detailed information about your hardware, including processor specifications, cores, threads, and current speed.