Sega Genesis 16 Bit Model 1 Console Only W/ RF Cable *missing Side Cover* Tested
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Manufacturer description
Sega Genesis 16 Bit Model 1 Console Only W/ RF Cable *missing Side Cover* Tested Console is in overall good condition but shows signs of minor wear please inspect photos. Missing side cover, everything is tested and works
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sega Genesis 16 Bit Model 1 Console Only using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Sega'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.
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Full Specifications
| cpu | Motorola 68000 |
|---|---|
| bits | 16 |
| region | NTSC-U |
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