The solution is to use (Hardware Info) as an intermediary. HWiNFO can read the exact same GPU sensors that Afterburner uses (and many more), and it includes a Rainmeter plugin that allows Rainmeter skins to query sensor data in real-time. Important distinction: You don’t need Afterburner running to feed Rainmeter. You need HWiNFO . But if you already use Afterburner for overclocking, HWiNFO will read the same sensors without conflict. How the "Plugin" Actually Works The Rainmeter ecosystem includes a plugin file called HWiNFO.dll or HWiNFO64.dll (depending on Rainmeter version). This plugin acts as a direct reader of HWiNFO’s shared memory.
For PC enthusiasts, gamers, and overclockers, MSI Afterburner is the gold standard for GPU overclocking, undervolting, and—most importantly—on-screen display (OSD) monitoring. Rainmeter is the beloved desktop customization tool that turns your Windows desktop into a live, interactive dashboard. rainmeter afterburner plugin
GPU Sensor (voltage/temp/freq) → HWiNFO64 → Shared Memory → Rainmeter HWiNFO Plugin → Your Skin The solution is to use (Hardware Info) as an intermediary