Instructional
How to use WinSAT
Master the command line and unlock your PC performance details.
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1. Open Terminal (Admin)
Right-click Start and select "Terminal (Admin)" or "Command Prompt (Admin)". This is required to access hardware benchmarks.
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2. Run Assessment
Type the following command and press Enter. The process usually takes 2-5 minutes.
winsat formal
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3. Locate & Upload
Find the generated XML files in the DataStore folder and upload them to our analyzer.
C:\Windows\Performance\WinSAT\DataStore
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "good" score? ↓
For Windows 11, a score above 8.0 is excellent. 6.0-7.9 is solid for office work. Below 5.0 indicates older hardware.