How do I find out the size of my laptop in Windows 11?

Finding the "size" of your laptop in Windows 11 can mean different things, as "size" could refer to the screen resolution, the physical dimensions of the device, or the diagonal screen measurement. While Windows 11 can easily show you the screen resolution, finding the physical or diagonal screen size typically requires looking at the product specifications rather than operating system settings.

Understanding Different Types of "Size"

When you ask about the "size" of your laptop, you might be referring to:

• Screen Resolution: The number of pixels displayed on your screen (e.g., 1920x1080). This affects how sharp images and text appear.
• Diagonal Screen Size: The physical measurement of the screen from one corner to the opposite corner, usually measured in inches (e.g., 15.6 inches, 13.3 inches). This determines the physical scale of what you see.
• Physical Dimensions: The overall width, depth, and height of the laptop body.
• Storage Size: The capacity of your hard drive or SSD (e.g., 512GB, 1TB).
• Memory Size (RAM): The amount of temporary memory (e.g., 8GB, 16GB).

Windows 11 provides built-in ways to find information about resolution, storage, and memory. However, finding the physical dimensions or the diagonal screen size is usually not something the operating system readily displays.

How to Find Your Screen Resolution in Windows 11

Based on the provided information, you can easily check your screen's current resolution. This tells you the pixel dimensions of your display.

Here are the steps:

1. Right-click on an empty area of your desktop.
2. From the context menu that appears, select "Display settings." This action will open the Display section within the Windows Settings application.
3. In the Settings app, scroll down to the "Scale and Layout" section.
4. Under the "Display resolution" dropdown menu, you can see your current resolution. You can also select from recommended or alternative resolutions here.

This process quickly shows you the pixel count of your display, which is one form of "size" related to your screen.

Finding Physical or Diagonal Screen Size

Unlike screen resolution, the physical diagonal measurement (in inches) and overall physical dimensions of your laptop are hardware specifications that are not typically stored or displayed within Windows 11 settings.

To find this information, you usually need to:

• Check the Laptop's Model Number: Find the exact model number (often on a sticker on the bottom of the laptop, the box, or in system information by searching "System Information" in the Start menu).
• Search Online: Use the model number to look up the specifications on the manufacturer's website or reputable tech review sites. This is the most common way to find precise physical dimensions and diagonal screen size.
• Look at Documentation: Refer to the manual or documentation that came with your laptop.
• Check Labels: Some laptops may have a sticker indicating the screen size.

Understanding whether you need screen resolution (which Windows shows) or physical screen size/dimensions (which you usually find in specs) is key to finding the correct information.

Other "Sizes" in Windows 11

While focusing on screen size and resolution, Windows 11 can also show you other "sizes":

By understanding what kind of "size" information you're looking for, you can use the appropriate method – either checking Windows settings for details like resolution, storage, or RAM, or looking up your laptop's model specifications for physical dimensions and diagonal screen size.