How to Check Your CPU Architecture

How to Check Your CPU Architecture

Computer CPUs primarily feature the following design types (architectures):

• x64 (64-bit): Used in most standard Windows PCs and Intel-based Macs (such as Core i5/i7)
• x32 (32-bit/x86): Mainly used in older Windows PCs
• ARM: Features low power consumption and high efficiency, used in Macs (M-series) and some Windows PCs

If you are unsure which file to select when downloading an application, please follow the steps below to check your system environment.

How to Check (Windows)

1. Click [Start] → [Settings].
   
2. Click [System] → [About].
   
3. Check the [System type] item.
   ・x64-based processor : x64 architecture
   ・x86-based processor : x86 (32-bit) architecture
   ・ARM-based processor : ARM architecture
   
   

How to Check (macOS)

1. Click [Apple menu] → [About This Mac].
   
2. Check the [Chip] or [Processor] item.
   ・Apple M1–M6 : ARM architecture
   ・Intel Core i5 / i7, etc. : x64 architecture