Use these built-in Windows utilities to quickly identify your graphics card without third-party software.
Method 1: Device Manager
Press Windows + X and select Device Manager. Expand the Display adapters section to see your GPU model. Double-click the entry for driver details or hardware IDs.
Method 2: DirectX Diagnostic Tool
Press Windows + R, type dxdiag, then press Enter. Navigate to the Display tab. Your GPU name, manufacturer, and dedicated memory appear under Device.
Method 3: Task Manager (Windows 10/11)
Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager. Go to the Performance tab and select GPU 0 in the left panel. The GPU model appears in the top-right corner.
Method 4: Settings App
- Windows 10: Navigate to Settings > System > Display > Advanced display settings. Select the display and click Display adapter properties.
- Windows 11: Go to Settings > System > Display > Advanced display > Display adapter properties.
The Adapter tab shows your GPU details.
Note: If multiple GPUs appear (e.g., integrated + dedicated), check all methods to identify your primary graphics hardware. Driver updates may alter displayed naming conventions.
