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Nintendo Switch 2 vs Nintendo Switch Comparison Chart
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to the first generation family of Nintendo Switch consoles, including the regular Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED model, but how does the Switch 2 compare? See our comparison chart below to see exactly where the next Nintendo console stands out.
This comparison chart has been updated with new information obtained by Digital Foundry's latest reveal on the Nintendo Switch 2's confirmed specs.
Switch (OLED) vs Switch 2 Hardware Feature Comparison
| Feature | Switch (Original) | Switch (OLED) | Switch 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.99 | $349.99 | $449.99 |
| Release Date | March 3, 2017 | Oct 8, 2021 | June 5, 2025 |
| Media | Cartridge | ||
| Game DVR | 30 seconds recording | ||
| RAM | 4GB (0.8GB Reserved for System OS) | 12GB (3GB Reserved for System OS) | |
| CPU | Custom Tegra Processor x1 (Arm Cortex A57C 4 Core CPU - 1 Core Reserved for OS) | Custom Nvidia Processor (ARM Cortex A78C 8 Core CPU - 2 Cores Reserved for OS) | |
| GPU | Custom Tegra Processor 256 CUDA Cores | Custom Nvidia Tegra Processor 256 CUDA Cores | Custom Nvidia Ampere Processor 1536 CUDA Cores 561Mhz Portable - 1007MHz Docked |
| Storage | 32GB Internal Memory + MicroSD Card Support | 64GB Internal Memory + MicroSD Card Support | 256GB Internal Memory + MicroSD Express Card Support (up to 2TB) |
| Removable Hard Drive | No | ||
| Cloud Storage | With Online Service | ||
| Account Access from Multiple Consoles | With Online Service | ||
| Required Internet Connection | No | ||
| Battery Life | 4.5 - 9 Hours Depending on Game | 4.5 - 9 Hours Depending on Game | 2 - 6.5 Hours Depending on game |
| Charge Time | ~3 Hours | ||
| Video Output | 720p (handheld) 1080p (docked) | 1080 (handheld) 4K HDR (docked) | |
| Audio Output | Compatible with 5.1ch Linear PCM output (Via HDMI Connector in TV Mode) | Compatible with 5.1ch Lineear PCM output (Via HDMI Connector in TV Mode) Surround sound effect can be applies to headphones or built-in speaker | |
| Max Framerate | up to 60fps (depending on game) | up to 120fps (depending on game) | |
| HDR, VRR Support | No | Yes (Handheld Only) | |
| Dimensions | 4.0'' high 9.4'' long .55'' thickness | 4.0" high 9.5" long .55'' thickness | 4.5'' high 10.7'' long .55'' thickness |
| Screen Size | 6.2'' LCD | 7" OLED | 7.9'' LCD |
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes | |
| Auto-Brightness Sensor | Yes | Yes | |
| Microphone | No | Yes | |
| Weight | .66 lbs .88 lbs (with Joycons) | .71 lbs .93 lbs (with Joycons) | .88 lbs 1.18 lbs (with Joycon 2s) |
| Backwards Compatibility | NES, SNES, Gameboy (via Nintendo Online Sub) Gameboy Advance, Sega Genesis, N64 (via Nintendo Online Expansion Pass sub) | Most Nintendo Switch Games NES, SNES, Gameboy (via Nintendo Online Sub) Gameboy Advance, Sega Genesis, N64, Gamecube (via Nintendo Online Expansion Pass) | |
| Streaming Game Service | No | Screen sharing via GameShare to other Nintendo Switch systems | |
| Cross Game Chat | No | Yes, via GameChat | |
| Game Sharing | Can receive local GameShare from Nintendo Switch 2 consoles, but cannot send games to be shared | Can send or receive GameShares both locally and online through GameChat | |
| Controllers | Joy-Cons Pro Controller | Joy-Con 2s (Magnetic) Pro Controller 2 (mappable GL/GR buttons, audio jack) | |
| Controller Batteries | ~20 Hours | ||
| Controller Recharging Time | Approx 3 hours, 30 minutes | ||
| Motion Control | Accelerometer and gyroscope | Accelerometer, gyroscope, and mouse control | |
| Subscription Service | Nintendo Switch Online Service | ||
| USB and Ports | USB-C (charging or dock) 3.5mm (audio) MicroSD (storage) HDMI (docked) AC Adapter (power) Secondary USB (docked) | 2 USB-C Ports (top and bottom) 3.mm (audio) MicroSD Express HDMI (docked) AC Aadapter (power) LAN Port | |
| Web Connection | Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (wired LAN adapter sold separate) | Wireless LAN (Wifi 6) or Wired LAN Port | |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.1 | ||
| Wi-Fi Direct (for Device Connection) | Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliant) | TBA | |
| A/V Hookups | HDMI output | ||
| IR | Yes (Via Joy-Con R) | Yes | |
| HD Rumble | Yes | Yes | |
| Power Supply (PSU) | Internal Battery undocked, AC Adapter Port docked | Internal Battery undocked, AC Adapter Port docked | |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes (Via Joy-Con R) | Yes | |
| Play Modes | TV Mode, Tabletop, and Handheld | ||
