Apple · 1987
Apple Macintosh SE
The first compact Mac with room for an internal hard disk.
Then vs now
| Maker | Apple |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Processor | Motorola 68000, 7.83 MHz |
| Memory | 1 MB |
| Storage | 3.5" floppy / 20 MB hard disk |
| Launch price | $2,900 (about $8,010 in 2024 dollars) |
| Big in | 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 Apple Macintosh SE come out?
The Apple Macintosh SE was released in 1987 by Apple.
How much did the Apple Macintosh SE cost when it was new?
About $2,900 for the base model at launch, roughly $8,010 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Apple Macintosh SE 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 SE as their first computer?
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Where was the Apple Macintosh SE popular?
It was especially popular in USA.
Can you still buy the Apple Macintosh SE?
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.