The Commodore VIC-20 was a popular and affordable home computer aimed at casual users and gamers. Known for its vibrant color display and affordability, the VIC-20 was the first computer to sell over one million units, paving the way for personal computing in the early 1980s. It featured a solid library of games and educational software, making it a household name before the Commodore 64 took over.
Hardware Specifications
Processor: MOS Technology 6502 running at 1.1 MHz
Graphics: VIC (Video Interface Chip) capable of displaying 16 colors with a resolution of 176×184 pixels
Memory: 5 KB of RAM (expandable up to 32 KB with external modules)
Storage: Cassette tapes and cartridges (up to 16 KB per cartridge)
Audio: 3-voice programmable sound generator, single noise channel
Connectivity: User port, cassette port, expansion port for RAM and cartridge games, serial port for printers and disk drives, two joystick ports
Video Output: RF and composite video for connection to a TV or monitor
Original Release Date: 1981
Discontinued: January 1985
Cost (New in 1981): £199
Cost (In 2024 Price): £800
Modifications I have performed:
None
Cost to me for computer £100.00
Cost to me for repairs and upgrades £0.00
