Acorn · 1989
Acorn Archimedes A3000
Ran on Acorn's own ARM chip, the ancestor of the processor in almost every phone today.
Then vs now
| Maker | Acorn |
|---|---|
| Released | 1989 |
| Processor | ARM2, 8 MHz |
| Memory | 1 MB |
| Storage | 3.5" floppy |
| Launch price | £649 |
| Big in | UK, schools |
Launch price is for the base model in its home market and is approximate. US prices adjusted with the US Consumer Price Index (BLS).
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When did the Acorn Archimedes A3000 come out?
The Acorn Archimedes A3000 was released in 1989 by Acorn.
How much did the Acorn Archimedes A3000 cost when it was new?
About £649 for the base model at launch.
How much memory and speed did the Acorn Archimedes A3000 have?
1 MB of memory and a ARM2 processor at 8 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 8,192 times more memory.
How many people had the Acorn Archimedes A3000 as their first computer?
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Where was the Acorn Archimedes A3000 popular?
It was especially popular in UK, schools.
Can you still buy the Acorn Archimedes A3000?
Only second-hand. Working units turn up on eBay and at retro computing fairs; boxed, tested machines cost the most. Check sold listings rather than asking prices to judge what one is worth.