Atari · 1986
Atari 1040ST
One of the first home computers with a full megabyte of memory.
Then vs now
| Maker | Atari |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Processor | Motorola 68000, 8 MHz |
| Memory | 1 MB |
| Storage | 3.5" floppy |
| Launch price | $999 (about $2,860 in 2024 dollars) |
| Big in | Europe (Germany), USA |
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 Atari 1040ST come out?
The Atari 1040ST was released in 1986 by Atari.
How much did the Atari 1040ST cost when it was new?
About $999 for the base model at launch, roughly $2,860 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Atari 1040ST have?
1 MB of memory and a Motorola 68000 processor at 8 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 8,192 times more memory.
How many people had the Atari 1040ST as their first computer?
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Where was the Atari 1040ST popular?
It was especially popular in Europe (Germany), USA.
Can you still buy the Atari 1040ST?
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.