Sega Genesis - Model 2 - System Only! MK-1631 Tested & Works!
Bottom line: The Sega Genesis is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro consoles category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
~~Sega Genesis - Model 2 - System Only! MK-1631 Tested & Works! Sega Genesis System model 2 only. System has been tested and works great! Note: System is missing the expansion slot cover on side, and system has normal scuffs and light scratches from age and use.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sega Genesis 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 |
|---|---|
| revision | Model 2 |
| video_output | composite |
| storage_format | cartridge |
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