How to Check SSD Temperature in Windows 11 (2 Ways)
If your computer or laptop suddenly slows down or starts hanging even after installing a new SSD, then one of the reasons for this could be the SSD overheating. Although SSD heats up much less than HDD, its temperature can increase due to heavy work for a long time or poor ventilation.
Frequent increases in SSD temperature can lead to a decrease in performance and may also reduce the lifespan of the SSD. In this article, I’ve shared how you can check the temperature of your SSD with the help of third-party software and a built-in tool in Windows 11.
Note!
Generally, the ideal temperature of SSD is between 30°C and 50°C. If the temperature is between 50°C and 70°C, it means that you are doing some heavy work like gaming, file transfer, or video editing, etc.
However, if the temperature exceeds 70°C, it is a sign of danger, and staying in this range for a long time can damage the SSD.
#1. From Windows Settings
Microsoft has introduced a built-in SSD health and temperature monitoring feature in Windows 11, which helps you check your SSD’s real-time temperature. The good thing is that you don’t need to install any third-party application for this. All the steps are mentioned below.
To check SSD temperature on Windows 11 from settings:
- Press Windows + I Simultaneously to Quickly Open Settings.
- Click on System > Storage.
- Click on Advance Storage Settings > Disks & Volumes.
- Click on Properties Next to Your SSD/HDD.
- Under the Drive Health Section, You Can See Your SSD/HDD Temperature.
Also read: How to Stop Windows 11 from Saving Files to OneDrive
#2. From CrystalDiskInfo
CrystalDiskInfo is an open-source software that helps see the current health and temperature of SSDs and HDDs. It is a third-party application and can be easily downloaded and installed from the Microsoft Store. All the steps are mentioned below with pictures.
To find out the SSD’s current temperature using CrystalDiskInfo:
- First, Download and Install the CrystalDiskInfo from
Microsoft Store. - Once Installed, Press Windows + S and Search “CrystalDiskInfo” and Open It.
- Here You Can See Your Drive’s Temperature.
That’s all! Your done…
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FAQs
Q 1. Can checking SSD temperature frequently harm my Windows 11 system?
Answer – No! Checking the temperature of an SSD will not harm your system. It is just a monitoring process to determine the health of the SSD.
Q 2. Can high SSD temperature cause sudden game crashes in Windows 11?
Answer – Yes! If the temperature of the SSD gets too high, it can affect performance and cause both the game and the PC to crash. Proper ventilation is necessary to keep it cool.
Q 3. Does Windows 11 have a built-in tool to monitor SSD temperature?
Answer – Yes! Microsoft offers a built-in tool in Windows 11 that shows the current SSD temperature. This means that you no longer need any third-party software (like HWiNFO or Open Hardware Monitor) for this.
I hope this article helped you learn how to check SSD temperature in Windows 11. If you have any questions or issues with Windows 11, feel free to leave a comment below. Don’t forget to share this article.
