Windows 11: How to Check Graphics Card in 1 Minute

If you’re wondering what graphics card you have on your Windows 11 system and you don’t have time to waste, here are the fastest ways to find out.

1. Using Device Manager:

• Right-click on the Start button and select “Device Manager”
  
• In the Device Manager window, expand the “Display adapters” section. This will list the graphics card(s) installed in your computer.
  
  Normally, this simple step should be enough to know what graphics card you have on Windows 11. But if for whatever reason it’s not working for you, here are a few additional ways that are just as short:

2. Using DirectX Diagnostic Tool:
   • Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog.
     
   • Type dxdiag and press Enter.
   • In the DirectX Diagnostic Tool, navigate to the “Display” tab. Here, you’ll find detailed information about your graphics card, including the manufacturer, model, and driver version.
     
3. Through Settings:
   • Open Settings by pressing Windows Key + I.
   • Go to “System” and then “Display”.
     
   • Scroll down and click on “Advanced display settings”. Here you will see the information about your display adapter.
     
4. Using System Information:
   • Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog.
   • Type msinfo32 and press Enter.
   • In the System Information window, navigate to “Components” and then “Display”. You’ll see detailed information about your graphics card.

Which method mentioned above is the quickest to check the graphics card on Windows 11? Also, note that these steps were performed on the latest Windows 11 Pro version. Keep in mind that as Windows updates, some of these procedures may change.