Commodore SX-64

As the world's first portable colour computer, the SX-64 was designed to be a portable Commodore 64, with a built-in 5-inch colour monitor, 5-1/4 inch floppy drive, and power supply.

Although heavy at 23 pounds, it is a very nice and sturdy system. Almost 100% compatible with the C64, it runs all cartridges and floppy based programs. The only thing missing is the cassette port, which is a minor consequence.

The 5" screen is surprisingly clear and sharp, but you can also connect an ordinary Commodore monitor if you prefer.

The keyboard has exactly the same layout as the normal 64 and is the same size, but it is cream and grey and has a nice springy feel.

The cartridge slot is on the top and is shown here used with Simon's Basic. The SIMON_S BASIC cartridge has been designed to enable the user to realize the full potential of the Commodore 64 computer. It does so by providing an additional 114 commands to complement the Commodore 64's standard BASIC.

All of the ports from the 64 are present on the back of the SX-64 except the tape port which was not included. You can connect Commodore printers, a full size monitor, the 1541 disk drive, etc.

The flap on the right hand side contains the controls for the monitor and speaker. The reset button actually resets the disk dive and not the computer.

Also shown here is this Quick Shot Pro joystick. It has two leads and a switch selects which one you are using. So you can plug them both in and switch between them in those two player games in which each player takes turns but needs their own joystick. It also has a switch to select Commodore / Atari, MSX, Amstrad or Sega.

Furthermore shown here is a Datex mouse, one of the first mice to be available for the 64.