IBM XT (5160)

Technical specifications of computer IBM XT (5160)

Manufactured by: IBM
Launched: 1983
CPU: Intel 8088 @ 4.77MHz
Memory: 128 KB ~ 640 KB
Support: Diskette 5¼"
Hard drive:
Operating system: PC DOS

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Kaypro 10

Manufacturer: Kaypro
CPU: Zilog Z80

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Philips VG-8020

Manufacturer: Philips
CPU: Zilog Z80A @ 3.56 MHz

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Compaq Portable

Manufacturer: Compaq
Launched: Jan 1983
CPU: Intel 8086
Innovations: It was the first computer that was 100% compatible with the IBM PC and was not manufactured by IBM, and it was also the first portable PC considered an economic success.

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Tandy TRS-80 Model 4

Manufacturer: Tandy
Launched: Apr 1983
CPU: Zilog Z80 @ 4 MHz

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Tandy TRS-80 Model 4P

Manufacturer: Tandy
Launched: Oct 1983
CPU: Zilog Z80 @ 4 MHz

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Apple III Plus

Manufacturer: Apple
Launched: Nov 1983
CPU: MOS Tecnology 6502 @ 2 MHz

The Apple III didn't comply with FCC regulations, so a new model had to be released.
It came with 256 KB of RAM as standard and a redesigned keyboard similar to the Apple IIe.

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