Toshiba · 1985
Toshiba T1100
Often called the first mass-market IBM-compatible laptop.
Then vs now
| Maker | Toshiba |
|---|---|
| Released | 1985 |
| Processor | Intel 80C88, 4.77 MHz |
| Memory | 256 KB |
| Storage | 3.5" floppy |
| Launch price | $1,899 (about $5,540 in 2024 dollars) |
| Big in | Europe, 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 Toshiba T1100 come out?
The Toshiba T1100 was released in 1985 by Toshiba.
How much did the Toshiba T1100 cost when it was new?
About $1,899 for the base model at launch, roughly $5,540 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Toshiba T1100 have?
256 KB of memory and a Intel 80C88 processor at 4.77 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 32,768 times more memory.
How many people had the Toshiba T1100 as their first computer?
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Where was the Toshiba T1100 popular?
It was especially popular in Europe, USA.
Can you still buy the Toshiba T1100?
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.