Display · The Beige Era · 1987
Macintosh Monochrome Display
A crisp black-and-white companion for the Macintosh II and LC era, ideal for text-heavy office work.
Macintosh Monochrome Display: key facts
When was the Macintosh Monochrome Display released?
The Macintosh Monochrome Display was released in 1987. Apple discontinued it in 1992.
How much did the Macintosh Monochrome Display cost?
The Macintosh Monochrome Display launched at $499 in 1987 — about $1,407 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What are the Macintosh Monochrome Display’s specs?
The Macintosh Monochrome Display used a N/A, with None of memory. It ran Driver / firmware support.
Why does the Macintosh Monochrome Display matter?
External monochrome display for modular Macs.
Full specifications
| CPU | N/A |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | None |
| Storage | — |
| Display | 12" monochrome CRT, 640×480 |
| GPU | N/A |
| Ports | Macintosh video |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | CRT monitor |
| Operating system | Driver / firmware support |
| Released | 1987 |
| Discontinued | 1992 |
| Launch price | $499 |
How the Macintosh Monochrome Display compares to today
Launched at $499 in 1987 — about $1,407 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Cross-architecture speed figures are clock-only and approximate; inflation figures use US CPI.
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Last updated: 2026-06-27