Sinclair ZX Spectrum

Following on from the success of the ZX81, Sinclair released the ZX Spectrum in mid 1982. The machine's low cost (£125 for the 16k version and £175 for the 48k version) made it possibly the most popular UK home computer.

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Manufacturer
Sinclair
Processor
Z80A
Speed (MHz)
3.5
RAM (KB)
16, 48
RAM expandable to (KB)
48
ROM (KB)
16
Sound
1 channel beeper
Keyboard type
Calculator-style
Number of keys
40
Dimensions (mm)
233x144x30
Weight (g)
552
Interfaces
  • Expansion port (28-pin edge connector)
  • Cassette interface

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