QUESTION
How do I determine if I have a 32-bit or 64-bit system?
ANSWER
In this article, we will explain how to determine if your system is a 32-Bit or 64-Bit system. Please select the option that is applicable to your operating system:
To determine the system type for macOS
- Open the Apple
menu and choose About This Mac.
- Click the System Report button. If you do not see this button, click More Info, then scroll down and click the System Report button.
- On the Hardware panel, locate the Processor Name. If you're using a Mac with an M1 or M2 chip, a Processor Name will not be listed; instead, you will see a Model Number and Chip. All M1 and M2 Macs use 64-bit architecture.

- If you're using an Intel-based processor, you can use the chart below to identify your processor type.

To determine the system type for Windows
- On the keyboard, hold down the Windows Key
and press the letter R.
- In the Run dialog that displays, type in
msinfo32
and click OK.

- In the System Information dialog that displays, on the System Summary panel, locate the System Type.

- System Type x64-based PC means that you have a 64-bit system.
- System Type x86-based PC means that you have a 32-bit system.