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How do you see how much RAM you have?

Published in Computer Hardware 2 mins read

You can easily find out how much RAM your computer has through the Task Manager or System Information.

Here are a few methods to check your RAM (Random Access Memory) capacity:

Method 1: Using Task Manager

  1. Open Task Manager: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc simultaneously. Alternatively, right-click on the Taskbar (the bar at the bottom of your screen) and select "Task Manager" from the menu that appears.

  2. Navigate to the Performance Tab: In the Task Manager window, click on the "Performance" tab.

  3. Select Memory: In the left sidebar, click on "Memory."

  4. View RAM Information: On the right side of the window, you will see a graph showing your current RAM usage. Below the graph, you'll find details like:

    • Total Memory: This displays the total amount of RAM installed in your computer.
    • Available Memory: This indicates how much RAM is currently free and available for use.
    • Speed: This shows the clock speed of your RAM modules.

Method 2: Using System Information (Windows)

  1. Open System Information: Press the Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog box. Type msinfo32 and press Enter.

  2. Locate Installed Physical Memory (RAM): In the System Information window, under "System Summary," look for "Installed Physical Memory (RAM)". The value listed next to it indicates the total amount of RAM installed in your computer.

Method 3: Using System Settings (macOS)

  1. Open "About This Mac": Click on the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen, and then select "About This Mac."

  2. Go to System Report: In the "About This Mac" window, click on the "System Report..." button.

  3. Select Memory: In the System Report window, in the left sidebar, select "Memory" under the "Hardware" section.

  4. View RAM Information: The right side of the window will display information about your RAM, including the total amount of RAM installed.

These methods will quickly show you how much RAM your computer has, allowing you to assess its performance capabilities and determine if an upgrade is necessary.

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