Zilog Built the Legendary Z80—Why Didn’t It Become the Next Intel?

In 1976, Zilog introduced the Z80—a processor that helped power the TRS-80, ZX Spectrum, CP/M computers, arcade machines, and countless embedded systems. But despite creating one of computing’s most enduring chips, Zilog never became the next Intel. This documentary explores the engineering, compatibility, business decisions, and industry forces that allowed the Z80 to outgrow the company that created it.