How to Check the RAM Frequency. The most critical computer hardware components are RAM (Random Access Memory), motherboard, processor, graphics card, and hard disk type.
People usually look at the amount of RAM available when choosing a computer. Your computer can do more things at once with more RAM. The repetition (speed) of RAM, however, is another issue. Here is more information on that.
How to Check RAM Frequency on Windows
You can use the Task Manager or the Command Prompt on Windows devices to check the RAM frequency.
Regardless of the Windows version, they both function the same.
Checking RAM Frequency using Task Manager
There are numerous ways to launch the Task Manager.
- The most straightforward method is to right-click anywhere on the taskbar and select Task Manager from the menu that appears.You can also use the Windows+X command to open this menu.
- You can also use the Ctrl + Alt + Delete command. Either will open the menu that lets you lock your computer, switch users, etc. The Task Manager option is also on the list. To open the Task Manager, click it.
- Navigate to the Performance tab when you launch Task Manager. On the list to the left, you’ll see things like CPU, Memory, Disk 0, Wi-Fi, GPU, and so on. Memory should be selected. The list should place second.
- The Speed entry will then appear in the Memory window on the right side of the Task Manager screen. This number indicates the frequency (speed) of your RAM module.
The Ctrl + Shift + Esc command is a less well-known keyboard shortcut that will take you straight to the Task Manager.
Checking RAM Frequency using Command Prompt
Command Prompt can be accessed in a few ways, similar to the Task Manager.
- Either right-click the Start menu or use the Win+X command. But you won’t find Command Prompt this way in some Windows versions. Although you won’t be able to use the same commands to find your RAM frequency, PowerShell will still be an option.
- So, another way to open Command Prompt would be to left-click Start, type “Command Prompt” into the search field, and then press Enter. That should be enough. To open the Run function, press Windows + R on the keyboard, type cmd, and press Enter.
- Use the command wmic MEMORYCHIP to get BankLabel, Capacity, DeviceLocator, MemoryType, TypeDetail, and Speed to determine your RAM frequency once Command Prompt has opened.
- The wmic memory chip list full command is another option. Keep in mind that this command also works in PowerShell.
How to Check RAM Frequency on macOS
On Apple computers, there are two ways to check RAM . Like most things on a macOS computer, it’s all pretty straightforward.
Checking RAM Frequency using About This Mac
The About This Mac menu is the most straightforward way to check the RAM frequency of your computer.
- Hit the Apple logo in the top-left corner of your screen to bring up this menu.
- Find About This Mac in this menu, then select it.
- The menu has five tabs: Overview, Displays, Storage, Support, and Service. The Overview tab should be selected.
- You’ll see a list of the top hardware parts of your computer. All the details of your RAM are displayed under Memory. For instance, 8 GB 1600 MHz DDR3.
Checking RAM Frequency using Utility
The Utility menu is an additional way to check the frequency of your RAM.
- Select Utility after going to the Applications folder.
- Navigate to System Information from within this menu.
- You’ll see a list of information on the left side, including hardware, network, software, and other things.
- Expand the Hardware menu, find the Memory entry, and select it. You’ll see information on the right side of the window when you select it. The RAM frequency will be given in megahertz in this information.
Checking Your RAM Frequency
Even though RAM isn’t the most crucial factor in how well your computer runs, it is still essential.
Knowing what type of DDR you have and what frequency your module operates can be helpful.
Your RAM’s frequency is what? Are there any additional RAM recommendations? Feel free to join the conversation in the comments below and share your thoughts, suggestions, and questions.
