We have already blogged about the difference between 32-bit and 64-bit Windows. This post tells you how to find out whether your computer is running a 32-bit version or a 64-bit version of the Windows operating system.

How to tell if your computer is 32 or 64-bit Windows 10

You can make use of Windows 10 Settings or the Control panel to tell if your computer is running 32-Bit or 64-Bit Windows and using 32-Bit or 64-Bit hardware.

1] Using Windows 10 Settings

From the Windows 10 WinX Menu, open Settings > System > About.

Under Device specifications> System type, you will see if you are running a 32-bit or 64-bit Windows operating system on a 32-bit or 64-bit hardware.

Read: How to determine an application is 64-Bit or 32-Bit.

2] Using Control Panel

Open Control Panel > System and Security > System.

Here, under System type, you will see if you are running a 32-bit or 64-bit Windows operating system on a 32-bit or 64-bit hardware.

These are the two most-used ways, however, you can also check the Windows 10 OS architecture using the command line.

There are other System Information Tools in Windows 10 that can also help you in this regard.