Atari VCS Australian pricing has today been set at $849.95 AUD, an absolutely whopping price point for a PC, console hybrid device.
Specs for the device are as follows:
| Features | Spec |
|
Operating System |
Atari Custom Linux OS (Linux Kernel) |
|
APU |
AMD Raven Ridge 2 |
|
GPU |
AMD Ryzen |
|
Storage |
32GB eMMC fixed internal; internal M.2 SSD slot; unlimited external USB HD/stick; cloud (subscription required) |
|
RAM* |
8GB DDR4 RAM (upgradable) |
|
Compatible Systems |
Linux, Windows, Steam OS, Chrome OS |
|
Wireless Connections |
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4/5GHz, Bluetooth 4.0 |
|
Wired Connections |
HDMI 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, 4x USB 3.1 |
|
USB Ports |
2x front, 2x rear |
|
External Inputs |
Classic Joystick, Modern Controller, Microphone, Others TBD |
|
Mouse & Keyboard Support |
Yes, USB or Bluetooth |
|
4K video with HDCP 2.2 Integration |
Yes |
|
Internet Connection Required |
Not for classic gaming but required to access all features |
|
Dimensions |
11.6″ x 5.9″ x 1.9″ (Approx.) |
|
Weight |
3 lbs. (Approx.) |
|
Materials |
Plastic, Metal, Wood |
The console also promises it’s “compatible with most PC periperals” and offers 4K, 60FPS streaming “of your favourite TV/movie services available on the app store.” It also includes 100 free Atari console classics like Missile Command.
If you’ve got money to burn ahead of the console’s November 2020 release — and you know, don’t want to save that for an Xbox Series X or PS5 — you can pre-order the device here.
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