How to get full PC memory specs (speed, size, type, part number, form factor) on Windows 10
Use these commands to quickly find memory module information without taking the computer apart or using third-party apps.
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OnWindows 10, the ability to check the tech specs of the RAM (Random Access Memory) installed on your computer can come in handy in many situations. For example, when troubleshooting hardware and software-related problems, and details like the manufacturer name, part number, and serial number can be useful when contacting technical support.
If your device’s performance is degrading due to memory-demanding apps or games, upgrading the memory can improve it, and knowing the RAM specs can help determine the right size, speed, and brand to purchase acompatible upgrade kit.
In addition, when adjusting the memory settings in theUnified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), memory information can also help you determine whether the configuration has been applied correctly.
Whatever the reason might be, Windows 10 provides the necessary information using Command Prompt without the need to open the device or install third-party tools.
In thishow-to guide, I will explain the steps to find the technical specifications of the RAM installed on your computer, including part number, manufacturer, serial number, speed, capacity, form factor, memory type, etc.
How to check RAM specification from Command Prompt
While you can use Task Manager to view the memory specs information, if you want to determine more specific details, such as manufacturer, part number, serial number, and more, then you can use several commands.
Check memory manufacturer
To determine the memory modules brand installed on the computer, use these steps:
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Check memory part number
To find out the part number of each memory module on Windows 10, use these steps:
Check memory serial number
To find out the RAM serial number on your computer, use these steps:
Check memory capacity
Using Command Prompt, you can determine the total capacity per module and the entire system.
Determine capacity per memory module
To check each memory module capacity on Windows 10, use these steps:
Determine total system memory capacity
To find out the total amount of memory installed on the computer, use these steps:
Check memory module speed
To confirm the operating module speed, use these steps:
Check memory type
To check the system memory type on Windows 10, use these steps:
Supported types
Memory types the command can identify:
Check memory form factor
To check whether the modules are DIMM or SODIMM, use these steps:
Supported form factors
Form factors the command can identify:
Check all memory details
The above commands help you determine the most useful information about the RAM installed on your computer. However, there is another command you can use to query all the available details at the same time.
To view all the memory details on Windows 10, then use these steps:
Once you complete the steps, you will have many details about the memory modules installed on your Windows 10 device.
While you can use Command Prompt to query many details about your computer’s RAM specifications, some information may not be available depending on the system’s hardware.
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Mauro Huculak has been a Windows How-To Expert contributor for WindowsCentral.com for nearly a decade and has over 15 years of experience writing comprehensive guides. He also has an IT background and has achieved different professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, and CompTIA. He has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for many years.
