Understanding your report
Last updated February 4, 2026
Your health report gives you a complete picture of what's happening inside your computer. Instead of wading through dozens of technical metrics, you get a single score from 0 to 100 plus detailed breakdowns of each hardware component. Whether you're trying to understand a specific issue or just want to know how your system is doing, the report makes it easy to find the information you need.
Your health score
The health score is a single number from 0-100 that represents your system's overall condition. It's calculated automatically based on all the diagnostic data collected during your scan, weighing each factor by its importance to your computer's daily performance and longevity.
How the score is calculated
The health score starts at 100 and points are deducted based on issues found during the scan. The severity of each issue determines how many points it costs.
| Issue Severity | Point Deduction | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Critical | 15-25 points | Storage <5% free, battery failed |
| Warning | 5-15 points | Storage <15% free, high memory pressure |
| Info | 1-5 points | Storage <25% free, high cycle count |
Multiple issues stack together, which means a computer with many small issues might score lower than one with a single moderate problem. This isn't a flaw in the scoring system—it accurately reflects how accumulated minor problems can impact overall system health.
Think of it like a car with several small issues: worn brakes, slightly low tire pressure, and a dim headlight. Each problem alone is minor, but together they represent a vehicle that needs more attention than one with just a squeaky belt. Your health score works the same way, rewarding well-maintained systems where everything is running smoothly.
Core hardware categories
The report is organized into categories. Quick scans cover these six core areas:
Advanced scan categories
When you run an Advanced scan, three additional categories provide deeper insight into your system.
- Download/upload speeds
- Latency and jitter
- WiFi signal strength
- USB devices
- Bluetooth peripherals
- Audio & printers
Software catalogs what's running and installed. You'll see all active processes, which apps are using the most CPU and memory, and a complete inventory of installed applications with version numbers. This helps identify resource-hungry programs or outdated software.
Understanding findings
Below the detailed breakdowns, you'll find a Findings section listing everything that affected your health score. Each finding is color-coded by severity:
Improving your score
If your score isn't where you'd like it to be, start by reviewing the Findings section—it lists every issue that contributed to point deductions. Work through them in order of severity, tackling critical issues first since they have the biggest impact on both your score and your computer's usability.
For detailed explanations of specific findings and how to address them, see Common findings explained.
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