NVTOP (Neat Videocard TOP) is a GPU monitoring tool for Windows that provides real-time information about GPU usage. Features multi-vendor GPU support (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel), per-process monitoring, color-coded utilization bars, and native Windows performance.
Publisher’s description
What is NVTOP?
NVTOP by Nervosys is open-source Windows software in the drivers & hardware category. It is written in C.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 3.3.1, released on January 13, 2026. The version history goes back to November 6, 2025: 2 releases, all linked to the official files.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (nervosys/nvtop) has 2 stars. Similar programs include Display Driver Uninstaller, g-helper and Barrier.
Project description on GitHub: “GPU & Accelerator process monitoring for AMD, Apple, Huawei, Intel, NVIDIA and Qualcomm”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: NVTOP is an open-source drivers & hardware tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is NVTOP safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
A48D2B0316E42D858B0BE1B4FFB1391CCBEB04DD571B6FD325656597DD6D2166· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3.1Latest | January 13, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 3.3.0 | November 6, 2025 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Nervosys.Nvtop -emsiexec /i nvtop-3.3.1-x64.msi /qn /norestartProgram files (.exe): nvtop.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Nervosys
- Category
- Drivers & hardware
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/nervosys/nvtop
- Written in
- C
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 3.3.1
- Released
- January 13, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- November 6, 2025
- Versions listed
- 2
- GitHub stars
- 2
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Nervosys.Nvtop
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is NVTOP free?
Yes. NVTOP is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is NVTOP safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install NVTOP with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can NVTOP be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does NVTOP run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of NVTOP?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to November 6, 2025.
What are alternatives to NVTOP?
Display Driver Uninstaller, g-helper, Barrier, NVIDIA Profile Inspector and Dokan Library. The alternatives page compares them.
