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Essential Retro: The Vintage Technology Guide

Name: Essential Retro: The Vintage Technology Guide
Brand: James B GrahameFormat:Paperback
SKU: 0973683813
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By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-21

Mike Perry has researched PC hardware since 2014, tracking 80+ GPU generations, 50+ retro handheld platforms, and 30+ vintage PC configurations. He synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides. View full credentials →

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