Retro Pocket 386 Win 95 laptop sub $200, comes with 386SX40 processor, 8 MB RAM
A new Retro Pocket 386 Win 95 laptop, priced under $200, features a 40MHz 386 SX processor, 8 MB RAM, and replaceable graphics. Designed for retro gaming, it offers a nostalgic experience with Windows 3.11, upgradable to Windows 95. Compact and portable, it lacks a trackpad but has received positive reviews on AliExpress.
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A new Retro Pocket 386 Win 95 laptop has been released for under $200, featuring a 40MHz 386 SX processor, 8 MB RAM, and replaceable graphics. This laptop, designed for retro gaming, offers a nostalgic experience for playing games from the early to mid-90s. It comes with a 7-inch IPS LCD screen, a Yamaha sound card, and various interface ports for additional peripherals. The device ships with Windows 3.11 but can be upgraded to Windows 95. Priced at $300 with a current discount to $187, it has received positive reviews on AliExpress. Despite lacking a trackpad, users can navigate using arrow keys and dedicated keys for mouse functions. The compact size of 8.3 x 4.8 x 1.2 inches makes it portable and convenient for on-the-go gaming. With its retro design and functionality, the Retro Pocket 386 Win 95 laptop offers a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to experience classic gaming on new hardware.
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11 comments(With a Voodoo2 12MB and an SB AWE32! :D)
I do remember playing SQIII on a portable 386. It was usable with Win 3.11 but not great.
Now I wonder how many warehouses are still full of new old stock netbook parts. :)
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