Original NES System by Nintendo (Renewed)
Bottom line: The Amazon Renewed Original NES System by Nintendo: Includes console, OEM controller, power cord, video cord; main trade-off: renewed unit, not new — expect cosmetic wear.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Includes console, OEM controller, power cord, video cord
- ✓ Original OEM Nintendo controller, not a 3rd-party clone
- ✓ Amazon Renewed: professionally inspected and tested
- ✓ Backed by Amazon Renewed replacement/refund guarantee
- ✓ Tested working in nice condition per seller notes
Cons
- ✗ Renewed unit, not new — expect cosmetic wear
- ✗ Single controller only; no second pad for 2-player
- ✗ Analog RF/composite video, no HDMI output
- ✗ Refurb stock and condition vary unit to unit
Manufacturer description
This pre-owned or refurbished product has been professionally inspected and tested to work and look like new. How a product becomes part of Amazon Renewed, your destination for pre-owned, refurbished products: A customer buys a new product and returns it or trades it in for a newer or different model. That product is inspected and tested to work and look like new by Amazon-qualified suppliers. Then, the product is sold as an Amazon Renewed product on Amazon. If not satisfied with the purchase, renewed products are eligible for replacement or refund under the Amazon Renewed Guarantee.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Amazon Renewed Original NES System by Nintendo using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Amazon Renewed's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Comes with console, 1 controller, power cord, video cord
- Controller is original OEM (not 3rd party)
- Tested and works well. Nice condition
Full Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Renewed |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 051024-5-N-B07YBJQG3J-069 |
| Compatibility | NES |
| Warranty Description | 90 days limited warranty |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 051024-5-N-B07YBJQG3J-069 |
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