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Nintendo Game Boy Advance Specifications

General IconGeneral
Release DateMarch 21, 2001
Display2.9-inch TFT LCD
Resolution240 × 160 pixels
Weight140 g
RAM32 KB + 96 KB VRAM
Color Palette32, 768 colors
MediaGame Boy Advance Game Pak
ManufacturerNintendo
TypeHandheld game console
GenerationSixth generation
Lifespan2001–2008
Units Sold81.51 million
GraphicsCustom 2D core
Backward CompatibilityGame Boy and Game Boy Color
Best-Selling GamePokémon Ruby and Sapphire
CPU32-bit ARM7TDMI
Battery Life15 hours
Dimensions82 mm × 144.5 mm × 24.5 mm
SoundStereo
Discontinued2008
Power2 AA batteries

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