Commodore · 1987
Amiga 500
The bedroom machine of the late 1980s: Lemmings, Sensible Soccer and the demo scene.
Then vs now
| Maker | Commodore |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Processor | Motorola 68000, 7.09 MHz |
| Memory | 512 KB |
| Storage | 3.5" floppy |
| Launch price | $699 (about $1,930 in 2024 dollars) |
| Big in | UK, Germany, Scandinavia, Italy |
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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Questions and answers
When did the Amiga 500 come out?
The Amiga 500 was released in 1987 by Commodore.
How much did the Amiga 500 cost when it was new?
About $699 for the base model at launch, roughly $1,930 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Amiga 500 have?
512 KB of memory and a Motorola 68000 processor at 7.09 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 16,384 times more memory.
How many people had the Amiga 500 as their first computer?
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Where was the Amiga 500 popular?
It was especially popular in UK, Germany, Scandinavia, Italy.
Can you still buy the Amiga 500?
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.