How To Find Out What Model Your Laptop Is | Find Your Model

Check Settings/About This Mac, the bottom label, or BIOS/UEFI to see your laptop’s model name and model number.

You don’t need special tools to identify a laptop model. You just need to know where each system hides it, and how to double-check the result when a sticker is missing.

This matters for driver downloads, compatible chargers and docks, warranty lookups, resale listings, and parts like screens, typing decks, and batteries. A “15-inch HP” isn’t enough. Two machines that look the same can use different parts.

What “Model” Means And Which Numbers You Should Save

Most laptops show a few different identifiers. They’re not interchangeable, so grab the right one for the task in front of you.

• Marketing name: The family name you see on store pages, like “ThinkPad X1 Carbon” or “MacBook Air.”
• Model number: The exact build identifier used for parts and drivers, like “A2337” (Mac) or “XPS 13 9315” (Dell).
• Product number or SKU: Common on HP and Lenovo. It narrows down the config inside the same model line.
• Serial number / Service Tag: Used for warranty status and factory configuration.

If you can, save the model number and serial number in a note. Then you’re set whether you’re hunting drivers or filing a repair ticket.

How To Find Out What Model Your Laptop Is On Windows, Mac, And Linux

If you want the fastest route, start with the built-in “About” screen on your system, then confirm the model number with a second method. That two-step check stops mix-ups when you’ve got multiple laptops in a home or office.

Find The Laptop Model In Windows Settings

On Windows 11 and Windows 10, Microsoft surfaces the model under device specs.

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to System → About.
3. Look for Device specifications. You’ll see items like “Device name,” “Processor,” and often a System Model or manufacturer model line.

If you don’t see a clear model name there, don’t sweat it. Some vendors keep the clean model string out of Settings, so use the command method next.

Find The Laptop Model In Windows Using System Information

This method tends to be the most reliable on Windows because it pulls the value that the manufacturer stored in the system firmware.

1. Press Windows + R.
2. Type msinfo32 and press Enter.
3. In System Summary, check System Manufacturer and System Model.

Copy the “System Model” line as your model number. If it looks generic, like “Notebook PC,” use the vendor tools section later in this article.

Find The Laptop Model In Windows With A One-Line Command

If you like quick checks, Windows can print the model from the command line.

• Command Prompt: open it, then run wmic csproduct get name
• PowerShell: run Get-CimInstance -ClassName Win32_ComputerSystem | Select-Object Model

These often match what you see in System Information. If they don’t, trust the value that matches the sticker on the chassis.

Find The Laptop Model On A Mac

Apple makes this simple: the model name shows in macOS, and the exact model identifier is one click away.

1. Click the Apple menu.
2. Select About This Mac.
3. Read the model name and year in the overview panel.
4. Click More Info (or System Report) to see the Model Identifier and serial number.

When you need the precise “A” model number printed on the underside of many Macs, use the physical label section below and match it to the macOS info.

Find The Laptop Model On Linux

Linux usually stores the model data in DMI tables. Many distros can read it with a single command.

• Run cat /sys/devices/virtual/dmi/id/product_name for the model name.
• Run cat /sys/devices/virtual/dmi/id/sys_vendor for the manufacturer.
• Run cat /sys/devices/virtual/dmi/id/product_version if the model line is split.

If those files require root permissions on your system, use sudo. Then save the output with the serial number if you’ll need warranty details.

Check The Sticker, Engraving, Or Bottom Panel For The Model Number

When software screens feel vague, the laptop body often has the cleanest model number. Flip the laptop over and look for a label near the vents, rubber feet, or hinge area.

Common label patterns include “Model,” “Model No.,” “MTM,” “Product,” “P/N,” “Type,” “Reg Model,” and “S/N.” Some brands print a short marketing line plus a longer product number. Grab both.

If your laptop has a removable bottom plate, the label might be inside. Power it down, unplug it, and remove the bottom plate only if you’re comfortable doing so.

Table: Where To Look First Based On Your Laptop Brand

Use this table to pick the most direct path before you start clicking through menus.

Brand	Fastest Place To Confirm The Model	Extra ID Worth Saving
Dell	Bottom label or BIOS; Windows: msinfo32	Service Tag
HP	Bottom label; Windows: System Information	Product Number (SKU)
Lenovo	Bottom label; Windows: msinfo32	MTM (Machine Type Model)
Acer	Bottom label; BIOS Main tab	SNID or Serial Number
ASUS	Bottom label; BIOS Information	Serial Number
Microsoft Surface	Windows Settings → About; Surface app	Serial Number
Apple	About This Mac; System Report	Model Identifier and Serial
Chromebook	ChromeOS Settings; restore screen info	Board name

Find The Laptop Model In BIOS Or UEFI

If a laptop won’t boot into the operating system, BIOS/UEFI is often the safest way to confirm the model and serial number. It reads straight from the firmware.

1. Shut the laptop down fully.
2. Power it on and tap the setup shortcut: often F2, Del, Esc, or F10.
3. On the main screen, look for fields like Product Name, System Model, SKU, and Serial Number.

Write the values down before you exit. Some menus hide them under “System Information” or “Main.”

Use The Manufacturer’s Lookup When The Label Is Worn

Labels fade. Scratches happen. If you still have a readable serial number or Service Tag, you can pull the exact model and factory configuration from the manufacturer’s database.

Dell owners can enter a Service Tag on Dell’s site to pull the original build and drivers. HP and Lenovo offer similar lookups tied to serial numbers or product numbers. This is the cleanest path when the laptop has been upgraded since purchase and the internal parts no longer match the original spec sheet.

On Windows, Microsoft’s official walkthrough for checking specs is a handy way to confirm what Windows itself reports. The fields you see there should line up with what you find in System Information. How to Check PC Specs shows the steps.

Match A Mac Model Name To The Exact Model Number

Mac naming can feel slippery because the same “MacBook Pro” name spans many generations. If you’re buying a charger, checking upgrade limits, or ordering a replacement display, use the Model Identifier and serial number together.

Start with About This Mac for the model name and year. Then open System Report to copy the Model Identifier. When you pair those two strings, you can match the exact generation and configuration when you shop for parts.

Find The Model On Chromebooks

Chromebooks often show a brand name on the lid, while the real model and board name sit in system pages.

1. Open Settings in ChromeOS.
2. Go to About ChromeOS.
3. Check Device details for model information when available.

If you’re doing repairs or flashing firmware, you may need the board name. That’s often visible on restore screens or in system logs. Chromium’s docs list board naming and device details on the developer side: Developer information for ChromeOS devices.

Table: Quick Checks When The Model Line Looks Wrong

If you see a model string that feels generic, run through these checks to pin down the right ID.

Symptom	What To Try Next	What You’re Trying To Confirm
Settings shows only the brand	Run msinfo32	System Model from firmware
System Model says “Notebook”	Check bottom label	Printed model number or SKU
Command output differs from label	Check BIOS/UEFI	Firmware value that matches chassis
Used laptop has missing sticker	Use vendor lookup with serial	Factory configuration and model
Multiple similar laptops at home	Record serial numbers	Which machine is which
Parts store asks for “Type” or “MTM”	Look near S/N label	Machine type code for parts match

Get The Model When The Laptop Won’t Turn On

A dead laptop feels like a brick, but you can still pull the model in many cases.

• Bottom plate label: This is usually the easiest route.
• Original box or receipt: Retailers often list the model number or SKU.
• Warranty email: Many brands include a serial number that you can use for lookup.
• Docking station pairing: If the laptop was issued at work, IT records may tie a serial number to the asset tag.

If you only have a brand and screen size, pause before ordering parts. Similar shells can hide different internal layouts.

How To Use The Model Number Once You’ve Found It

After you’ve got the model, put it to work right away so you don’t lose it.

• Drivers and firmware: Use the vendor’s download page for your exact model or SKU. Generic driver packs can miss touchpad, audio, or power features.
• Chargers and batteries: Match the model and the wattage printed on the original charger. A connector can fit while the power rating is wrong.
• Replacement parts: Search parts stores with the model number plus the part name you need. If a store asks for a “revision” or “type,” grab it from the label.
• Resale listings: Buyers trust listings that name the model number and include a photo of the label.

A Simple Two-Step Check To Avoid Mix-Ups

Before you order anything, confirm the model in two places. Pick one software method and one physical method. When both match, you can move ahead with confidence.

1. Pull the model from the operating system or BIOS/UEFI.
2. Match it to the label on the chassis or the manufacturer lookup tied to the serial number.

That small pause saves returns, wasted time, and the headache of parts that don’t fit.