Tandy / Radio Shack · 1984
Tandy 1000
An IBM PC compatible with better sound and graphics, and a family favourite for games.
Then vs now
| Maker | Tandy / Radio Shack |
|---|---|
| Released | 1984 |
| Processor | Intel 8088, 4.77 MHz |
| Memory | 128 KB |
| Storage | 5.25" floppy |
| Launch price | $1,200 (about $3,620 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 Tandy 1000 come out?
The Tandy 1000 was released in 1984 by Tandy / Radio Shack.
How much did the Tandy 1000 cost when it was new?
About $1,200 for the base model at launch, roughly $3,620 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Tandy 1000 have?
128 KB of memory and a Intel 8088 processor at 4.77 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 65,536 times more memory.
How many people had the Tandy 1000 as their first computer?
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Where was the Tandy 1000 popular?
It was especially popular in USA.
Can you still buy the Tandy 1000?
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.