SX-64

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The SX-64 is a portable, luggable version of the Commodore 64 home computer that features a built-in color monitor and floppy disk drive.

All labels observed (2)

Label Occurrences
DX-64 (dual-drive prototype/variant) 1
SX-64 canonical 1

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Predicate Object
instanceOf Commodore 64 variant
portable computer
alsoKnownAs Commodore SX-64
Executive 64
audioOutput external audio via A/V ports
internal speaker
builtInDisplay 5-inch color CRT monitor
builtInStorage 5.25-inch floppy disk drive
caseDesign suitcase-style luggable case
compatibleWith Commodore 64 peripherals (with some limitations)
Commodore 64 software
cpu MOS Technology 6510
linked to: MOS Technology 6502
cpuClockSpeed 1 MHz (approx.)
discontinued 1980s (mid to late)
displayColor color
displaySize 5 inch
displayType CRT
expansionPort cartridge port
joystick ports
serial IEC port
user port
floppyDriveModel Commodore 1541-compatible built-in drive
graphicsChip MOS Technology VIC-II
hasCarryingHandle true
hasVariant DX-64 (dual-drive prototype/variant)
linked to: SX-64
introduced early 1980s
introducedApproxYear 1984
keyboard detachable keyboard
keyboardLayout full-size QWERTY keyboard
legacy collector’s item among retro-computing enthusiasts
manufacturer Commodore International
marketStatus discontinued
notableFeature first color portable version of a popular home computer
integrated color monitor and floppy drive in a single case
operatingSystem Commodore BASIC in ROM
platform Commodore 64
powerSupply internal power supply
primaryStorageMedium 5.25-inch floppy disk
ram 64 KB
rom 20 KB (approx., including BASIC and Kernal)
soundChip MOS Technology SID 6581
linked to: MOS 6581
successor SX-64 variants and limited special editions
targetMarket Commodore 64 enthusiasts
business users
traveling professionals
videoOutput built-in monitor connection
external video port (for some variants/regions)
weightApprox around 10–12 kg

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Full triples — surface form annotated when it differs from this entity's canonical label.

Commodore 64 hasVariant SX-64
SX-64 hasVariant DX-64 (dual-drive prototype/variant)
linked to: SX-64