How to Check CPU Information with CPU-Z

Steps

• Launch CPU-Z or open the web profiler
• Go to the CPU / Processor section
• Record the CPU name and family
• Note cores and threads (logical processors)
• Check stepping, technology (process node where shown), and package
• Optionally watch real-time core frequency while under light load

Key processor fields explained

CPU name is the marketing/model string (for example, a specific Ryzen or Core SKU). Family and stepping help identify microarchitecture revisions. Cores are physical cores; threads include SMT/hyper-threading logical processors.

Package describes the socket or BGA package type—useful when shopping for motherboards or confirming a laptop soldered CPU.

Verification tips

Compare the detected CPU name with your order invoice or seller listing. If cores/threads do not match the SKU you expected, pause before installing software licenses or coolers sized for a different TDP class.