Sysinfo shows which version of system software is present in ROM, which hardware is present, and which operating mode the hardware uses. Developed by Nil Gradisnik
License: Open Source
lshw (Hardware Lister) is a small tool to provide detailed information on the hardware configuration of the machine. It can report exact memory configuration, firmware version, mainboard configuration, CPU version and speed, cache configuration, bus speed, etc. Developed by Lyonel Vincent
License: Open Source
Sysinfo is more user-friendly and provides detailed system reports, making it ideal for basic diagnostics. In contrast, Hardware Lister offers real-time monitoring and cross-platform compatibility, which is better suited for advanced users and automation.