CPU-Z is Not Working: 4 Ways to Fix it

Using administrative privileges can help with this issue

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Published onOctober 11, 2024

published onOctober 11, 2024

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Many use CPU-Z to check their system information, but others reported that CPU-Z is not working, so today we’re going to show you how to fix this issue.

Why is CPU-Z not working?

The most common cause is the lack of privileges, but the issue can be caused by glitches in the app, outdated drivers, or outdated BIOS.

What can I do if CPU-Z is not working?

1. Run the app as an administrator

2. Use the latest version of the software

3. Reinstall your graphics drivers

If you’re not familiar with this tool, we have an in-depth guide onhow to use Display Driver Uninstaller, so don’t miss it.

4. Update your drivers and BIOS

For more information, don’t miss our guide on how toupdate BIOS on Windows 11.

If CPU Z is not working, you won’t be able to check your hardware, but hopefully, you managed to fix this issue by running the software as administrator or with our other solutions.

This isn’t the only error you can encounter, and many reportedCPU-Z error code 0x5, but we have a guide that addresses it.

If you’re not familiar with this software, don’t miss our guide onhow to use CPU-Zand learn more about it.

CPU-Z is Not Working: 4 Ways to Fix it#

What can I do if CPU-Z is not working?#

1. Run the app as an administrator#

2. Use the latest version of the software#

3. Reinstall your graphics drivers#

4. Update your drivers and BIOS#