Apple · 1986
Apple Macintosh Plus
Sold for almost five years, longer than any other compact Mac.
Then vs now
| Maker | Apple |
|---|---|
| Released | 1986 |
| Processor | Motorola 68000, 7.83 MHz |
| Memory | 1 MB |
| Storage | 3.5" floppy |
| Launch price | $2,599 (about $7,440 in 2024 dollars) |
| Big in | USA, worldwide |
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 Apple Macintosh Plus come out?
The Apple Macintosh Plus was released in 1986 by Apple.
How much did the Apple Macintosh Plus cost when it was new?
About $2,599 for the base model at launch, roughly $7,440 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Apple Macintosh Plus have?
1 MB of memory and a Motorola 68000 processor at 7.83 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 8,192 times more memory.
How many people had the Apple Macintosh Plus as their first computer?
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Where was the Apple Macintosh Plus popular?
It was especially popular in USA, worldwide.
Can you still buy the Apple Macintosh Plus?
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.