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How to Check UEFI BIOS Version in Windows 11

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Feb 13, 2026 Updated Sep 15, 2026 3 min read
How to Check UEFI BIOS Version in Windows 11
How to Check UEFI BIOS Version in Windows 11

The UEFI BIOS (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface Basic Input/Output System, the low-level software that boots up your computer and checks your hardware) version determines what updates and hardware your PC supports. Finding this number takes less than 60 seconds using built-in Windows 11 tools.

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Checking your current BIOS version lets you see if you need a firmware update to fix bugs or install new parts.

⚡ Quick Answer

Open System Information by typing “System Information” in the Start menu search. In the System Summary, find the “BIOS Version/Date” entry to see your UEFI BIOS version.

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1Using the System Information App

The System Information app lets you check your UEFI BIOS version using a built-in tool that requires no extra software. Open the Start menu , type msinfo32, and press Enter to open the tool. Look at the System Summary screen on the right side to find your BIOS version number and confirm whether your BIOS Mode is set to UEFI.

  1. Click the Start button and type System Information or msinfo32 and press Enter.
  2. When the app opens, make sure System Summary is selected on the left.
  3. Look for these items on the right:
    • BIOS Mode: It should say UEFI.
    • BIOS Version/Date: This shows your BIOS version and its release date.
Windows System Information app showing system summary
System Information app showing BIOS Mode and BIOS Version

2Using Device Manager

Device Manager helps you check your UEFI BIOS version by looking directly at the hardware properties stored in Windows. Right-click the Start button , open Device Manager, and expand the Firmware section to view your system firmware details. This built-in tool shows the exact version number without needing to restart your computer.

  1. Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager.
  2. Scroll down and find Firmware. Click the arrow to expand it.
  3. Double-click System Firmware.
  4. In the window that opens, go to the Details tab or look for the Firmware Version.
Device Manager showing firmware version
Device Manager showing System Firmware version

3Using DirectX Diagnostic Tool

Press Win+R to open the Run dialog, type dxdiag, and press Enter.

  1. Press Win+R keys to open the Run box.
  2. Type dxdiag and press Enter.
  3. On the System tab, look under System Information for the BIOS line.
DirectX Diagnostic Tool showing BIOS version
DirectX Diagnostic Tool showing BIOS version

4Using Command Prompt or PowerShell

Command Prompt and PowerShell let you check your UEFI BIOS version quickly by running a simple text command. Open either terminal from the Start menu , type the systeminfo command, and press Enter to view your computer’s complete firmware details in a text list. This method works well if you prefer using text commands instead of clicking through windows.

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  1. Right-click the Start button and select Windows Terminal (or search for Command Prompt or PowerShell).
  2. If Windows Terminal opens, make sure you are in the Command Prompt or PowerShell tab.
  3. Type the following command and press Enter:
💻Code
systeminfo | findstr /C:BIOS

The console window outputs the relevant firmware numbers immediately.

Command Prompt showing BIOS version
Command Prompt showing BIOS version

Summary

  • You can check your UEFI BIOS version in Windows 11 using several simple tools: System Information, Device Manager, DirectX Diagnostic Tool, or Command Prompt.
  • Knowing your BIOS version can help you update your PC or fix issues.
  • If you want to learn more about UEFI, you can visit the official Microsoft page: UEFI Information on Microsoft.com.

You can easily check your UEFI BIOS version in Windows 11 using built-in tools like System Information, Device Manager, or Command Prompt. Knowing this version number helps you update your motherboard firmware or fix hardware problems. Pick whichever method feels most comfortable to find your computer details in just a few seconds.

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Richard is a writer at Geek Rewind who turns complex IT tasks into clear, step-by-step guides. He draws on years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations, focusing on Windows, Linux and WordPress: the problems people actually run into, and the fixes that work. His server and WordPress guides come from systems he runs himself. Richard builds and maintains the platform behind Geek Rewind, from its Ubuntu servers and Nginx configuration to its custom WordPress plugins. Many new tutorials start with readers' questions, and he's always glad to answer them in the comments.

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