Sega Genesis Model 1 Core Video game system console W/Sonis w 1 controller
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Manufacturer description
The product is a Sega Genesis Model 1 Core video game system console, released in 1992. It comes with two controllers and the ability to store games in 16-bit format. The console, manufactured by SEGA, is designed for home gaming and features a sleek black color. This iconic gaming system offers classic Sega Genesis games and provides a nostalgic gaming experience for fans of retro games. It’s missing the component cable
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sega Genesis Model 1 Core Video game system console W/Sonis w 1… 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 |
|---|---|
| bit_depth | 16 |
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