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cpuinfo

CPU meter menu bar app

For Mac
Official website
Free
CategorySystem Utilities
PlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
Version1.7.0Catalog version

What is cpuinfo?

CPU meter menu bar app

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask cpuinfo
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How to Install cpuinfo on Mac

Follow these steps to install cpuinfo using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

  1. 1

    Open Terminal

    Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".

  2. 2

    Install Homebrew

    If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.

  3. 3

    Run brew install --cask cpuinfo

    Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

    brew install --cask cpuinfo
  4. 4

    Verify Installation

    Run `brew list` to confirm cpuinfo is installed, then try `cpuinfo --version` to check the version number.

  5. 5

    Launch cpuinfo

    Run `cpuinfo` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

  • • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
  • • If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
  • • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

  • Simple one-command installation
  • Well-maintained and regularly updated
  • Completely free to use

Cons

  • Requires Homebrew to be installed
  • macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about cpuinfo

How do I install cpuinfo on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask cpuinfo. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run cpuinfo from Terminal.
Is cpuinfo free?
Yes, cpuinfo is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall cpuinfo?
Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask cpuinfo. Homebrew will remove cpuinfo and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.
What are alternatives to cpuinfo?
There are several system utilities apps available for macOS. Browse the System Utilities category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update cpuinfo to the latest version?
Run brew upgrade --cask cpuinfo in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.
Does cpuinfo work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, cpuinfo can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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