How To Find Out How Much VRAM You Have On Windows 10? 

VRAM is an important type of memory that stores graphical data like images. It is needed by programs like graphics-based applications. The amount of VRAM you have on your graphics card determines what you can do with your PC for example the type of games you can play.

It’s important to know how much VRAM you have on your graphic card as this helps you to make good decisions concerning Video RAM usage. In this article we show you how to find out how much VRAM you have on Windows 10, so read on.

What is VRAM?

VRAM is a type of RAM that’s incorporated by graphics cards. It is made specifically for graphical data like images. VRAM is also required for applications that are based on graphics like games. The two types of Graphics Processing Units found on computers are integrated and discrete GPUs. Integrated GPU is the one that shares Random Access Memory whereas discrete graphics cards do not share RAM and use their VRAM.

VRAM works in a manner that’s almost similar to your PC’s RAM. Random Access Memory (RAM) ensures that your computer’s central processor(CPU) quickly accesses data it needs for carrying out processes. Likewise, VRAM ensures that your PC’s GPU has quick access to data it needs to handle processes concerning the display card on your machine.

The GPU has quick access to data that is in the VRAM because VRAM is built onto your computer’s graphics card. This wasn’t going to be the case if the GPU was to access data from your system’s memory. The major difference between RAM and VRAM is that since VRAM is built onto your GPU card you can’t install more of it. If you want more VRAM  the only option you have is to upgrade your graphics card.

How to check how much VRAM do I have in Windows 10?

If you want to know how much VRAM is on your system, then you need not worry. You can get this information by following some simple steps. You have a handful of options to choose from. All you need to do is choose the method of checking the amount of VRAM on your system that tickles your fancy.

You can check VRAM from Display Settings, use the dxdiag tool or use the CPU-Z. tool. We look at the methods you can use to check the amount of Video RAM on your PC below.

1. Check VRAM from Display Settings

You can check how much VRAM you have on Windows 10 by checking VRAM from video Settings. Go to your Windows search bar and type Display Settings. When Display Setting menu is displayed click on it.

Now find Advanced Display Settings and click on it. Now go to Display Adapter information for Display 1. A tab will pop up which will show you how much VRAM you have on your graphic card.

2. Use the dxdiag tool to check VRAM

The other tool you can use to check VRAM is the dxdiag tool. To use the dxdiag go to the search bar and type Run. Click on the Run app to launch it. In the search bar of the Run app, you opened type dxdiag, then click OK.

If you’re asked to connect to the internet click yes. The dxdiag tool will open and you’ll have to click on Display. Information about your GPU will be displayed. Go to Display Memory to see the amount of VRAM you have.

3. Check VRAM using CPU-Z

The CPU-Z app is another handy tool that you can use to check the amount of VRAM you have. This app detects and displays information about hardware parts on your system and their properties. To use this method, first, download the CPU-Z tool from the official website and install it.

When CPU-Z is installed on your system, run it and it will detect information on your PC’s graphic card. When it has finished detecting the video cards go to the Graphics tab. You’ll see the information the CPU-Z tool managed to detect and this includes the amount of VRAM you have.

How do I check Video Random Access Memory usage

Task Manager is a useful tool you can use to check the amount of VRAM on your computer. This tool allows you to view the programs running in the background and the processes associated with them. It shows the amount of VRAM and RAM the processes are using, so this tool can help you see VRAM usage on your PC.

If you want to check  VRAM usage using the task Manager,  first go to the taskbar and right-click on it. Now choose Task Manager, then choose Performance tab. Now select the GPU box. Choose GPU 1 to see VRAM usage.  In the case of a secondary integrated GPU choose GPU 0 instead of GPU 1 to see shared memory usage.

The other option is to go to Task Manger’s Processes then choose GPU’s column on the processes tab and click on it. Now information about GPU app utilization will be displayed on your screen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors determine the amount of VRAM I need?

The amount of VRAM you need depends on how you use your computer. The most common factors that determine how much VRAM you need are your screen’s resolution, types of games you play, and the settings you play the games at.

What is the best way to increase the amount of VRAM you have?

The best way to increase the amount of VRAM you have is to buy another dedicated graphics card with an increased amount of memory.

Conclusion

Finding out how much VRAM you have on your graphics card is necessary. It helps you make good decisions with regards to what you can do with your computer. By following the steps mentioned earlier you can see the amount of VRAM you have. If you want to increase your VRAM you can upgrade your graphics card. Good luck!