Sega Pico - Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

The hardware is based upon the Mega Drive, with some parts removed and/or replaced by others:

  • CPU: a 16-bit Motorola 68000, the same as the Mega Drive.
  • RAM: 64 KB of Main RAM
  • Video RAM: 64 KB
  • ROM: "Storyware" cartridges of various sizes.
  • Video: a YM7101 ASIC, which was replaced with an FQ8007 ASIC in newer units. Both were used in Mega Drive consoles as well.
  • Sound: a Texas Instruments SN76489 Programmable sound generator and an NEC µPD7759 PCM chip.
  • Input: a pen with an action button at its tip, a four button directional pad, and one on-board action button.

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