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Atari 8-bit computers

The Atari 8-bit computers, formally launched as the Atari Home Computer System, are a series of 8-bit home computers introduced by Atari, Inc. in 1979 with the Atari 400 and Atari 800. Wikipedia
Release date: November 1979; 44 years ago
CPU: MOS Technology 6502B or; MOS Technology 6502 SALLY: @ 1.79 MHz (NTSC); @ 1.77 MHz (PAL)
Discontinued: January 1, 1992; 32 years ago
Graphics: 384 pixels per TV line, 256 colors, 8 × sprites, raster interrupts
Introductory price: : Atari 400: US$550 (equivalent to $2,310 in 2023); Atari 800: US$1,000 (equivalent to $4,200 in 2023);
Manufacturer: Atari, Inc. (1979–1984); Atari Corporation (1984–1992)
Operating system: Custom; Atari DOS (optional)