Windows 11 is the latest operating system from Microsoft for laptops and desktops. In this article, we will explain how you can find CPU cache memory or processor cache memory in Windows 10.
Processor cache memory in Windows 11
By ensuring that the processor has its cache memory, the most frequently used data is stored within the processor cache so that the CPU does not have to access that data from the main memory (RAM) of the computer.
Types of Cache Memory
There are three types of cache memory.
- L1 cache: This is the basic cache on a computer chip. It provides very fast access to data, but it has very little storage capacity.
- L2 cache: This second cache can either be implemented on a separate chip joined to the CPU or it can be embedded on the processor chip.
- L3 cache: This type of processor cache slows memory access by over a factor of two. However, compared to the L1 and L2 caches, the L3 cache is quicker. It significantly boosts the performance of RAM.
How to Check Processor Cache Memory Size Using Task Manager
In the Task Manager in Windows 11, you can see detailed information about your computer’s processors, including the number of physical processes installed on your system.
- The first step is to right-click on the Start button and select Task Manager.
- Under the Virtualization section of the Performance tab, click on CPU in the left pane. The CPU cache size is displayed in the right pane of the Performance tab.
How to Check Processor Cache Memory Size Using Command Prompt
Following the steps below, you can find the size of the processor cache memory using the Command Prompt in Windows 11.
- First, select the Command Prompt (Administrator) option from the right-click menu in the Start menu.
- On the Command Prompt screen, type wmic cpu get L2CacheSize and L3CacheSize, and press Enter on your keyboard.
- You will be able to see information about L2 and L3 cache sizes after executing the command.