Display · The Beige Era · 1984
Apple Monitor II
The Monitor II was the humble classroom screen paired with countless Apple IIe systems.
Long-lived Apple II monochrome monitor.
AppleColor RGB Monitor (1986)
Apple Monitor II: key facts
When was the Apple Monitor II released?
The Apple Monitor II arrived in 1984. Apple discontinued it in 1993.
How much did the Apple Monitor II cost?
The Apple Monitor II launched at $229 in 1984, about $694 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: 12" green monochrome CRT display, Composite video.
Why does the Apple Monitor II matter?
Long-lived Apple II monochrome monitor.
Full specifications
| CPU | — |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | — |
| Storage | — |
| Display | 12" green monochrome CRT |
| GPU | — |
| Ports | Composite video |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | CRT monitor |
| Operating system | Driver/firmware support |
| Released | 1984 |
| Discontinued | 1993 |
| Launch price | $229 |
How the Apple Monitor II compares to today
Launched at $229 in 1984, about $694 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Sources
Specs checked against Apple technical specifications archive, EveryMac, Mactracker, Wikimedia Commons image credits.
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Last updated: 2026-08-11