Sharp · 1987
Sharp X68000
Famous for near arcade-perfect versions of Capcom and Konami games.
Then vs now
| Maker | Sharp |
|---|---|
| Released | 1987 |
| Processor | Motorola 68000, 10 MHz |
| Memory | 1 MB |
| Storage | 5.25" floppy |
| Launch price | ¥369,000 |
| Big in | Japan |
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 Sharp X68000 come out?
The Sharp X68000 was released in 1987 by Sharp.
How much did the Sharp X68000 cost when it was new?
About ¥369,000 for the base model at launch.
How much memory and speed did the Sharp X68000 have?
1 MB of memory and a Motorola 68000 processor at 10 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 8,192 times more memory.
How many people had the Sharp X68000 as their first computer?
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Where was the Sharp X68000 popular?
It was especially popular in Japan.
Can you still buy the Sharp X68000?
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.