How to Check GPU Usage and Information in Windows 11

In this tutorial, I will show you how to view the basic statistics for your GPU.


1. Open Task Manager

Open Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard, or by right-clicking the Start button Windows Startand selecting Task Manager.Open Task Manager

 

2. Performance Tab

In the left-hand menu (for the Task Manager), click the “Performance” tab.Windows 11 - Task Manager Side Menu

 

3. Select your GPU

From the list, click your listed GPU. If you have more than one GPU (e.g., a laptop with dual graphics), you will see multiple GPUs listed.Windows 11 - Task Manager GPU

 

4. Check your Specs

You will now see various, real-time graphs. At the bottom, you will notice “Dedicated GPU memory“. This shows you how much video memory you are currently using (left side) and how much total, dedicated video memory you have available (right side).Windows 11 - Task Manager GPU Info

 

The Task Manager only shows a few statistics for your GPU. For more detailed information, you can use the GPU-Z or HWiNFO software.

That is the end of this tutorial. I hope this has been helpful to someone.


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