tested and working Sega Genesis High Definition Graphics Console Model 1 1601
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Tested and working Sega Genesis Console Model 1 1601 console only. Sega Genesis Console Model 1601 glue residue, scuff marks. Console Only.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored tested and working Sega Genesis High Definition Graphics Console… 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
| bit | 16 |
|---|---|
| ext_port | true |
| video_output | RF/AV |
| controller_ports | 2 |
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