Commodore · 1985
Commodore 128
Three computers in one: C128 mode, CP/M, and a full C64 mode.
Then vs now
| Maker | Commodore |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Processor | MOS 8502 + Z80, 2 MHz |
| Memory | 128 KB |
| Storage | Cassette, 5.25" floppy |
| Launch price | $299.95 (about $870 in 2024 dollars) |
| Big in | USA, Europe |
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 Commodore 128 come out?
The Commodore 128 was released in 1985 by Commodore.
How much did the Commodore 128 cost when it was new?
About $299.95 for the base model at launch, roughly $870 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Commodore 128 have?
128 KB of memory and a MOS 8502 + Z80 processor at 2 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 65,536 times more memory.
How many people had the Commodore 128 as their first computer?
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Where was the Commodore 128 popular?
It was especially popular in USA, Europe.
Can you still buy the Commodore 128?
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.