Nintendo Switch – OLED Model — Nintendo
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Meet the newest member of the family
The new system features a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen, a wide adjustable stand, a dock with a wired LAN port, 64 GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio.
7-inch OLED screen
Feast your eyes on vivid colors and crisp contrast when you play on-the-go.
See the difference the vibrant screen makes, whether you’re racing at top speed or squaring off against enemies.
Wide, adjustable stand
Flip out the sturdy stand for easy viewing in Tabletop mode.
Find your best angle
Adjust the stand to find the optimal viewing angle—perfect for a quick multiplayer game with a buddy.
Built-in wired LAN port
Connect online using the dock’s LAN port when playing in TV mode.
64 GB internal storage
Save games to your systems with 64 GB of internal storage, a portion of which is reserved for use by the system.
Enhanced audio
Enjoy enhanced audio from the system’s onboard speakers in Tabletop and Handheld modes.
Three modes in one
Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model systems are designed to fit your life, transforming from home console to portable system in a snap!
TV mode
Dock your system to enjoy HD gaming on your TV.
Tabletop mode
Flip the stand to share the screen, then share the fun with a multiplayer*** game.
Handheld mode
Pick it up and play with the Joy-Con™ controllers attached to enjoy the 7-inch OLED screen.
This is Joy‑Con™
The included Joy‑Con controllers give you total gameplay flexibility.
Choose your control style
One controller or two, vertical or sideways, attached to the console or separate. You can play multiple ways, depending on the game.
Share with a friend
Flip the stand to share the screen, then share the fun with a multiplayer game.
Try something new
HD Rumble puts you in the game with physical feedback, while the IR Motion Camera opens up new experiences.
Better together: Multiplayer gaming options
Local co-op
Play on the big screen at home with friends.***
Local wireless
Link up to eight Nintendo Switch family systems together to play multiplayer games anywhere.
Online play
Team up or face off with others online in compatible games with a Nintendo Switch Online** membership.
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More system features
Nintendo eShop
Find and buy digital versions of full games and DLC from Nintendo eShop on your system or our online store.
Shop for games
Nintendo Switch Online
Access your membership’s benefits right from the system’s HOME menu.
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News
Get the latest game updates, announcements, and more with this up-to-date news feed.
Album
Easily take and save screenshots using the Capture Button. Then view, add text, and share to social networks from your album.
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So many games to play
The Nintendo Switch family is home to exclusive games from franchises like Super Smash Bros.
™, The Legend of Zelda™, Mario Kart™, and many more.
You’ll also find great games from other developers—with more added every week.
More than 5,000 games…and counting
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Parental Controls
Settings that let you keep the focus on fun.
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*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, actual price may vary. See retailer for details.
**Any Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online play. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/switch/online-service
***Additional Joy-Con or Nintendo Switch Pro controllers required for multiplayer modes; sold separately. Multiplayer features vary by game; see individual games for details.
Everything we know about the Nintendo Switch Pro
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For a while we’d though the Nintendo Switch Pro rumors has withered on the vine, but a leaked Nvidia DLSS source code has what looks like reference to a new Switch. And this could be the Switch Pro.
Even if all this ends up being way off the mark, though, we still feel there could be an upgraded take of the Nintendo Switch on the cards. The current hardware isn’t the most modern, and some games are becoming more demanding.
As such, here’s what we know so far and would like to see from the Nintendo Switch Pro, even if it’s just fanciful thinking.
Latest Nintendo Switch Pro news
- One analyst believes the next Switch won’t be coming until 2024.
- A new Nvidia leak seemingly confirms the existence of the Tegra239 SoC — widely rumored to be powering the Switch Pro
- These are the things we’d want Nintendo to improve for the next Switch.
- An insider with a history of leaking accurate information has claimed the Nintendo Switch Pro will release in the first half of next year.
Nintendo Switch Pro release date and price speculation
Last year, Nintendo has basically hammered home that there’s not going to be a Switch Pro. Its president, Shuntaro Furukawa, also said in a recent interview that there’s no new Switch coming in its upcoming financial year, which runs to March 2023. Yet the Japanese gaming giant has stopped short of 100%, copper-bottom denying that there’s some work going on around an upgraded Switch console.
This denial hasn’t stopped leaker from tipping the console for release in the next few months. Nate the Hate, who does have a history of reliable insider information, has indicated that the Nintendo Switch Pro is set to release in the first half of 2023.
And apparently, developer kits for an upgraded Switch console were given out at some point. But there’s a chance these could be for a second-generation Switch or Nintendo console. As it stands, there’s basically no hard evidence that a Switch Pro is coming; equally, it’s difficult to pour water on these smoldering rumors that keep popping up.
Furthermore, Piers Harding-Rolls of Ampere Analysis has said that “Ampere is currently forecasting a next-gen Nintendo device to release in 2024.» He made this prediction again in January of 2023.
Nintendo Switch Pro rumored specs
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Sources seem to offer different reports of what sort of specs we can expect to see in the Switch Pro. The majority of them appear to agree that we’re likely to see support for 4K resolutions in docked mode, as well as better battery life.
Currently, the Nintendo Switch features a custom Nvidia Tegra X1 processor, a 720p LCD display and 32GB of storage. The most recent refresh of the Nintendo Switch happened in August 2019, which bumped up the battery life, taking it from 6.5 hours to 9 hours of game time. When we tested the battery life upgrade using Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, we found that the amount of game time we were able to fit in before it needed to be recharged doubled.
A report from Bloomberg, citing insider information, also has the Switch Pro tipped to offer a 4K output in some form of docked mode.
Likely when docked, the Switch Pro will have some form of co-processor to upmix a 1080p video feed into a 4K output.
Furthermore, a newer probe into Switch firmware has revealed the line “4kdp_preferred_over_usb30” that could indicate the potential for a 4K output over DisplayPort over USB 3.0.
Bloomberg has also reported that 11 developers are in possession of 4K toolkits supplied by Nintendo. This would strongly imply that Nintendo is at least thinking about releasing a Switch that can output in 4K. Although, Nintendo did quickly release a statement denying the accuracy of the reporting.
In an exclusive interview with Ross Young, co-founder and CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants, discussed with us the potential for the Switch Pro to have an OLED display and what advantages and shortcomings the tech could provide.
“LCDs use a maximum brightness, whether it’s a white or black image. And OLEDs don’t,” said Young. “Their power consumption varies with the content.
So it’s going to depend on the type of content that you’re playing. If it’s video, OLEDs have a big advantage. But if it’s a bright video game with a lot of white, then OLEDs may consume more power.”
Some rumors seem to suggest that the Switch Pro might have some more controversial features, too. In a now-deleted 4Chan post (via Inverse ), user Xhyll alleged that according to a «former employee of Nintendo,» the Switch Pro will feature significant hardware improvements, including a custom Nvidia Tegra Xavier processor, 64GB SSD storage and 4K support.
The obvious downside here is that the post also suggested that the new console will be a TV-only system aimed primarily at users who are in the market for a more traditional console experience. Considering that some Switch gamers spend the majority of their time in handheld mode, this seems somewhat unlikely.
Some rumors have suggested that NVIDIA’s Tegra239 system on chip will power the Switch Pro. The latest leak suggests that this chip does exist and will come with an 8-core CPU.
Reddit users have speculated this would make the Switch Pro about as powerful as a PS4 — which would be a disappointment.
What we want from the Nintendo Switch Pro
If Nintendo were to make a Switch Pro then here are the features we’d love to see make their way to the premium console.
- Improved 1080p handheld display: Considering the ongoing rumor mill, a display upgrade seems likely. At the moment, using the Switch in handheld mode restricts you to a 6.2-inch 720p display, so many users would welcome a better visual experience when gaming on the go (please, Nintendo).
- Sturdier build quality: One of the biggest reasons some Switch owners prefer the Lite to the base model is due to the sturdiness of the console in handheld mode. Since the Joy-Cons of the original Switch are detachable, playing on the go can feel somewhat flimsy, and this is something that we’d like to see improved in the Pro version. A more ergonomic Joy-Con design would go a long way too.
- 4K support in docked mode: The 4K console gaming community is growing by the day, and you can partially thank the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series for that. Unfortunately, comparisons with new-gen consoles don’t do the Switch any favors — Nintendo’s flagship console no longer provides the visuals gamers want. As we recently discussed, introducing 4K support and a more powerful dock with higher resolution capabilities would considerably improve Nintendo’s offering.
- Bluetooth support for third-party accessories: Although the Switch currently features Bluetooth 4.1, this is reserved exclusively for wirelessly connecting Joy-Cons and Pro controllers. This means that in order to connect accessories like headphones, you need an adapter, which is admittedly annoying.
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Switch OLED is literally a basic Switch, but with a screen upgrade.
The name says it all: instead of an IPS display, the console uses OLED. The screen is now brighter, the contrast is higher, and the colors are richer. And the display itself was enlarged here by reducing the frames — 7 inches versus 6.2 for the base model. nine0003
Otherwise it is the same Switch. The console is hybrid: it can work both in portable mode and in stationary mode: you disconnect the controllers, insert the case into the docking station and play on TV.
The hardware remains the same as the previous 2017 base model.
Another Switch was expected this year: insiders promised that Nintendo would announce a more powerful Switch Pro console with 4K support in the hospital. But if you are a tech enthusiast and love a good picture, then OLED alone is enough to upgrade. nine0003
Nintendo Switch OLED at a Glance — Features
| What is | Nintendo Switch OLED Hybrid Console |
| Processor | Nvidia Tegra X1 |
| Shield | 7″ OLED Touch |
| Built-in screen resolution | 1280 × 720 |
| Built-in memory | 64 GB, expandable via microSD |
| Battery | 4310 mAh |
| Interesting Features | Can be played in both portable and stationary modes; in some games you can control the gyroscope; launches exclusive games from Nintendo; screen is bigger and better than previous |
| Retail price | From 30 490 R |
What it is
Nintendo Switch OLED Hybrid Console
Processor
NVIDIA TEGRA X1
screen
touch OLED 7 inches
Built -in screen resolution
1280 × 720
Built -in memory
64 GB, can be expanded through Microsd
9000 4.
Interesting features
Can be played in both portable and stationary mode; in some games you can control the gyroscope; launches exclusive games from Nintendo; the screen is bigger and better than previous models
Retail price
From £304
Why OLED is cool
Past iterations of the Switch had an IPS display. In simple words, this technology is arranged as follows: under the layer of liquid crystals there is a backlight that projects light onto the screen.
OLED works differently. Diodes here do not scatter light, but create it independently — and each individually. Thanks to this, for example, the effect of true black is achieved: if it needs to be displayed, the diode will simply turn off. In IPS, the black color will always be slightly lighter due to the backlight. nine0003
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When you first turn on the new Switch, you realize that OLED is a clear favorite.
The picture has become brighter and more colorful, and this is not the case when the models need to be compared back to back to see the difference: it is noticeable at first sight.
Photos do not convey well how advantageous OLED looks compared to the basic version. Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered 9 included on consoles0002 Black color is important for games. Good contrast and color reproduction contribute to immersion, whether you’re playing horror or fantasy platformers. I tried the Switch OLED in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit and Super Mario Odyssey, colorful games with bright colors. And in both cases, the picture changed dramatically.
The difference is also noticeable thanks to the enlarged display. The frames have decreased, and now the picture fills the screen almost completely: I don’t want to return to the standard Switch with frames after OLED at all. nine0003
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The screen is covered with a film, but not a protective one — rather, it is needed so that the screen does not shatter into a bunch of fragments if you break it. There is no tempered glass here, so it’s better to buy another film
Hull now feels more premium. The screen has become glass — the base model has a plastic one. There is now no gap between the outer layer and the display itself, and therefore the screen no longer flexes when pressed. The new Switch is generally more pleasant to hold in your hands: the plastic on the back cover has changed to a slightly more grainy one.
The only disadvantage of OLED is its lifespan. Such displays are prone to burn-in, especially if used frequently and for long periods of time. To prevent this from happening, Nintendo recommends that you do not leave a static image on the screen. nine0003
The design is almost the same, but there are nice changes
Another important innovation is the redesigned stand for the case. You can detach the controllers from the Switch and put the screen on a support somewhere on the table so as not to hold it in your hands.
And the stand in the OLED version, in comparison with the basic one, is heaven and earth.
Previously, the console had one leg for support, which opened on the right side of the housing. Not the most stable design: a little shaking of the surface was enough to topple the screen. nine0003
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The new Switch has a kickstand that opens along the entire body. The support is smoothly adjustable — you can choose any angle of the stand and not worry that the console will fall.
The stand will come in handy if you are going to watch YouTube or Twitch on the console
Switch controllers — joycons — have remained exactly the same: if you wish, you can connect a set from the base one to the new console and vice versa. nine0003
The same old problems still exist: some users continue to complain about the «drift» of sticks when they read movement even when they are not in use.
For someone, such a defect is revealed immediately, and for someone only after a while — whoever is lucky.
On the other hand, the grooves for the joycons have become stronger to hold them, the controllers do not stagger The buttons have changed a little. They have become more oblong
Another innovation is that the speakers have been moved from the bottom of the display under the screen, as in smartphones. The sound itself has become a little louder and richer, but only slightly — you won’t feel the difference without a direct comparison of different models. nine0003
And in Switch OLED, the internal memory was increased to 64 GB, apparently due to the space freed up from the thicker IPS screen. However, this is still not enough — you will have to buy a microSD memory card.
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Otherwise, it’s still the same console. The hardware remains the same: there is a Tegra X1 mobile chip inside, so the performance in games is at the same level.
The model holds a charge well: in the region of five to six hours of active gaming. And that is all. nine0003 Nintendo also redesigned the dock a bit, smoothing the edges to prevent accidental scratches on the screen
Bottom Line
If you’ve never owned a Switch but are considering buying it, take a look at the Switch OLED. Yes, it is 7000 R more expensive than the basic version, but the overpayment is worth it. The new screen gives an amazing feeling: the picture has become much better, although the hardware remains the same.
Think ahead about how you plan to use the console. In stationary mode, the new model will be of no use: TV still plays the sound and picture. Unless you scratch the screen if you carelessly remove the console from the docking station. nine0003
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👍 Nintendo Switch OLED pros:
- Amazing screen.
- Good build quality.
- The sound in the speakers has been improved.
- The stand has become more comfortable.
- More internal memory.
👎 Cons of Nintendo Switch OLED:
- Joycons are the same.
- Iron has not changed at all.
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