GPU Meter

GPU Meter 2.3

Windows / Addgadgets / 20841 / Full spec
Description

If you're a gamer or someone who uses graphics-intensive software, then you know how important it is to keep an eye on your GPU's performance. That's where GPU Meter comes in - a powerful desktop enhancement tool that lets you monitor your graphics card's performance in real-time.

With this handy gadget, you can display all the essential information about your graphic card vendor, model, clock speed, temperature and usage percentage. You can also view memory clock speed and usage percentage along with fan speed by rpm and fan usage percentage. Additionally, Shader Clock Speed, PCB Temperature and Memory Controller are also displayed.

The gadget comes with a graph that displays all the usage by drawing style in line or filled. This makes it easy for users to track their GPU's performance over time. The settings of the gadget are customizable as well - users can change the size of the gadget up to 400%, choose between Celsius or Fahrenheit for temperature display and adjust background color as well as text color.

One of the best features of GPU Meter is its auto-update notifier which keeps users informed about any updates available for their graphic card drivers or firmware. This ensures that users always have access to the latest features and bug fixes.

GPU Meter is compatible with Windows operating systems including Windows 7/8/10/Vista/XP (32-bit & 64-bit). It supports NVIDIA GeForce GTX 400 series or higher graphics cards along with AMD Radeon HD 5000 series or higher graphics cards.

Overall, if you're looking for a reliable tool to monitor your GPU's performance in real-time then look no further than GPU Meter! With its user-friendly interface and customizable settings options, this desktop enhancement tool is perfect for gamers and professionals alike who want to keep an eye on their system’s health while running high-performance applications like games or video editing software.

Review

GPU Meter displays information on your graphics card, from usage to temperature, as well as clock speed and other useful stats. It installs as a Windows gadget and sits on your desktop. If you want an easy way to see GPU information at a glance, GPU Meter fits the bill.

The gadget installs in seconds and places a very small window in the upper-right corner of your desktop, which you can move anywhere. Initially, GPU Meter's window was too small for us to view, but a tabbed Options menu is easily accessible from a right sidebar menu and you can enlarge the window in the Display tab, which also lets you choose Celsius or Fahrenheit for the temperature display and turn on or off specific stats for PCB Temp, Shader Clock, and more. On the main Options tab, you can set an alert for GPU temperature and opt to play a sound if the temperature goes above a user-defined temperature. The desktop gadget has a black background with each line of information in a different, vibrant color, but you can change this in the Color tab of the Option window, as well. We liked that you could choose a color code or choose from one of seven basic colors by name.

If you're interested in seeing GPU stats at a glance, GPU Meter is a great gadget to download. It's ready to go as soon as you install it, but also allows you some flexibility in what it displays and how it looks. There is a small request at the bottom of the Options window to make a donation, but it never gets in the way and you won't find any other ads, pop-ups, or banners in this free tool.

Full spec
Publisher Addgadgets
Publisher site http://addgadgets.com
Release date 2013-01-17
Date added 2013-01-17
Category Desktop Enhancements
Sub category Gadgets & Widgets
Version 2.3
Os requirements Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7
Requirements None
Price Free
Downloads per week 2
Total downloads 20841

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    Chris

    This GPU Meter software is great! It provides detailed information about my GPU usage.

    May 31, 2013
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  • Megan

    I agree, Chris! It's a handy tool to monitor the GPU performance on Windows.

    Jul 14, 2013
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    David

    I've been using GPU Meter for a while now, and it's been very useful.

    Sep 08, 2013
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    Alex

    Does it work with all GPUs? I have an older graphics card.

    Oct 25, 2013
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    Chris

    Yes, Alex. It supports a wide range of GPUs, including older ones.

    Apr 18, 2014
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  • Megan

    That's good to know! I'll give it a try.

    Aug 09, 2014
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    David

    I highly recommend it, Megan. You won't be disappointed.

    Dec 27, 2014
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  • Derek

    The interface of GPU Meter is intuitive and easy to navigate.

    Aug 10, 2015
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  • Emily

    I like how it shows real-time GPU temperature as well.

    Sep 07, 2015
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    Brandon

    GPU Meter is a must-have for gamers who want to keep an eye on their GPU.

    Sep 19, 2015
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  • Megan

    That's exactly why I'm interested in it, Brandon.

    May 27, 2016
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    Chris

    I've noticed that GPU Meter doesn't consume much system resources.

    May 27, 2016
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    David

    That's true, Chris. It runs smoothly without impacting performance.

    Sep 09, 2016
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    Alex

    Is GPU Meter compatible with Windows 10?

    Mar 13, 2017
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    Chris

    Yes, Alex. It's fully compatible with Windows 10.

    Mar 22, 2017
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  • Megan

    I'm glad to hear that it works on the latest Windows version.

    Apr 12, 2017
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  • Derek

    I've tried other GPU monitoring tools, but GPU Meter is my favorite.

    Apr 28, 2017
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  • Emily

    The simplicity of GPU Meter makes it a standout compared to others.

    May 16, 2017
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    Brandon

    I find the customizable skins in GPU Meter quite appealing.

    Jul 20, 2017
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  • Megan

    Can you change the skin according to your preference, Brandon?

    Sep 04, 2017
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    Chris

    Absolutely, Megan! There are various skins available to choose from.

    Oct 10, 2017
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    David

    I appreciate the fact that GPU Meter is free to download and use.

    Nov 11, 2017
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    Alex

    Downloading now. Excited to try it out.

    Feb 02, 2018
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  • Derek

    You won't regret it, Alex. It's an excellent tool!

    Feb 05, 2018
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  • Emily

    I've been using GPU Meter for months, and it's been incredibly reliable.

    Jun 30, 2018
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    Brandon

    The ability to customize the information displayed is a fantastic feature.

    Jul 12, 2018
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  • Megan

    Are there any planned updates for GPU Meter in the future?

    Oct 15, 2018
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    Chris

    I've read that the developers are working on adding more features.

    Dec 21, 2018
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    David

    That's exciting news, Chris! Looking forward to future updates.

    Feb 21, 2019
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    Alex

    It's great to see developers actively improving the software.

    Mar 01, 2019
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  • Derek

    I hope they add support for additional gadgets in the future.

    Jun 08, 2019
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  • Emily

    Agreed, Derek. More gadgets would make GPU Meter even more versatile.

    Aug 05, 2019
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    Brandon

    I've recommended GPU Meter to my friends, and they love it too.

    Oct 26, 2019
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  • Megan

    That's awesome, Brandon! Sharing the goodness with others.

    Sep 14, 2020
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    Chris

    Are there any known issues or limitations with GPU Meter?

    Nov 09, 2020
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    David

    I haven't encountered any major issues during my usage.

    Nov 15, 2020
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    Alex

    It's always good to know that a software is relatively bug-free.

    Nov 19, 2020
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  • Derek

    I've never faced any limitations that hindered my usage.

    Nov 19, 2020
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  • Emily

    The frequent updates ensure that any bugs are resolved promptly.

    Jul 07, 2021
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  • Megan

    Thanks for the information, Emily. That's reassuring.

    Aug 25, 2021
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    Chris

    Does GPU Meter provide any historical usage data?

    Dec 06, 2021
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    David

    No, Chris. GPU Meter primarily focuses on real-time information.

    Jan 11, 2022
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    Alex

    For historical data, you may need to look into other software.

    May 20, 2022
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  • Megan

    That's good to know, Alex. I'll keep that in mind.

    Jun 25, 2022
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    Brandon

    I appreciate that GPU Meter doesn't require any complex configuration.

    Jul 09, 2022
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    Chris

    Indeed, Brandon. It's a straightforward solution for GPU monitoring.

    Aug 30, 2022
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  • Emily

    The small footprint of GPU Meter is another advantage.

    Sep 27, 2022
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  • Derek

    It's impressive how GPU Meter manages to be lightweight yet feature-rich.

    Jan 14, 2023
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  • Megan

    After reading all these positive comments, I'm definitely installing GPU Meter.

    Jul 12, 2023
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    Chris

    You won't regret it, Megan. It's a fantastic software!

    Oct 21, 2023
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