GPU-Z
GPU-Z is a lightweight system utility designed to provide detailed information about your video card and graphics processor. Developed by TechPowerUp, this freeware displays essential hardware specifications such as memory configuration, clock speeds, BIOS version, and real-time sensor readings.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 2.71.0
- Release date
- Sept. 22, 2026
- License
- Freeware
- Installer type
- exe
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id TechPowerUp.GPU-Z -eSHA256 (file verification)
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GPU-Z 2.71.0: what's new?
Highlights
- Detailed GPU architecture, manufacturing process, and die size reporting
- Memory type, bus width, capacity, and bandwidth specifications
- Live tracking of GPU core clocks, memory clocks, and load levels
- Real-time sensor monitoring for temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages
- Graphics card BIOS extraction and backup capability
Who is it for?
This utility is intended for PC gamers, hardware enthusiasts, system builders, and technicians who need to inspect detailed graphics card specifications. It is commonly used on Windows systems to verify GPU authenticity, check BIOS versions, and monitor real-time sensor data such as temperatures and clock speeds.
Good to know before installing
- Available only for Microsoft Windows operating systems.
- Focuses exclusively on graphics card hardware and sensors, without providing monitoring for CPUs or general system RAM.
- Requires administrative permissions to access low-level hardware sensor readings.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on this page or run 'winget install --id TechPowerUp.GPU-Z -e' in your terminal.
- Launch the downloaded executable file.
- Choose to run the standalone executable directly or proceed with the optional system installation.
Alternatives
- MSI Afterburner
- CPU-Z
- HWiNFO (Free for personal use)
Frequently asked questions
Is GPU-Z free to use?
Yes, GPU-Z is distributed as freeware for personal and non-commercial use.
Does GPU-Z require installation?
No, it functions as a standalone portable tool, though an optional installer prompt is available on first launch.
Can GPU-Z overclock a graphics card?
No, GPU-Z is an informational and diagnostic tool; it does not modify clock speeds or voltages.