Electron
| Launch | 1983 |
| Launch | 1985 |
| CPU | MOS Technology 6502A |
| GFX | BBC Micro hardware emulated in software |
| Display | 5 graphics modes and 5 text |
| Audio | 1 sound channel and 1 emulated noise channel |
The Acorn Electron is a home computer designed by Acorn Computers Ltd. The computer was released in August 1983 in Europe at a retail price of £175. The computer was not released outside of Europe. The Electron was a budget version of the BBC Micro educational/home computer, and for a short period, the Electron was reportedly the best selling micro in the United Kingdom. The computer was manufactured until an unspecified time in 1985.
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## reso
* [Acorn Electron World](http://www.acornelectron.co.uk/)”