Timex · 1982
Timex Sinclair 1000
The American version of the ZX81, sold for under $100.
Then vs now
| Maker | Timex |
|---|---|
| Released | 1982 |
| Processor | Zilog Z80, 3.25 MHz |
| Memory | 2 KB |
| Storage | Cassette |
| Launch price | $99.95 (about $320 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 Timex Sinclair 1000 come out?
The Timex Sinclair 1000 was released in 1982 by Timex.
How much did the Timex Sinclair 1000 cost when it was new?
About $99.95 for the base model at launch, roughly $320 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Timex Sinclair 1000 have?
2 KB of memory and a Zilog Z80 processor at 3.25 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 4.2 million times more memory.
How many people had the Timex Sinclair 1000 as their first computer?
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Where was the Timex Sinclair 1000 popular?
It was especially popular in USA.
Can you still buy the Timex Sinclair 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.