The Nintendo 64 (N64) was Nintendo’s first 3D-capable console, marking a pivotal moment in gaming history. With iconic titles like Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and GoldenEye 007, the N64 became a beloved platform for both solo and multiplayer experiences.
Hardware Specifications
Processor: 93.75 MHz NEC VR4300 (64-bit CPU)
Graphics: SGI RCP (Reality Co-Processor) capable of rendering 3D environments and textures, with support for anti-aliasing and real-time effects
Memory: 4 MB of RAM (expandable to 8 MB with the Expansion Pak)
Storage: Cartridges (ranging from 4 MB to 64 MB)
Audio: 16-bit DAC stereo sound, with up to 100 audio channels
Connectivity: Four controller ports for multiplayer gaming, memory card slot in the controller
Video Output: Supports resolutions up to 480i with composite and RGB output options
Original Release Date: 1st March 1997 (UK)
Discontinued: 2002
Cost (New in 1997): £250
Cost (In 2024 Price): £470
Modifications I have performed
Console I purchased had no power supply or multi-av cable, so have 3rd party replacements
Cost to me for computer £38.00
Cost to me for repairs and upgrades £14.79