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After rumors, claims, and endless debate, Nintendo has proven that it was all true: there is a new Nintendo Switch model coming. Simply titled the Nintendo Switch (OLED model) this version of the console features a 7-inch 720p OLED screen, a new stand for the tablet, 64GB internal storage, "enhanced audio", and a dock that comes with a LAN port. The OLED Switch will retail for $349.99 USD, and launches October 8, 2021.

The system will be available in either white or the traditional Switch colors of neon blue and red. Nintendo's official site refrains from mentioning any new or more powerful processing power over the original Nintendo Switch, and states that the system will max out at 1080p/60fps when docked.

Nintendo Switch (OLED model) console



Nintendo Switch (OLED model) console
Size 102mm x 242mm x 13.9mm (with Joy-Con controllers attached)
Please note: 28.4mm at the thickest, from the tips of the analogue sticks to the ZL/ZR Button protrusions.
Weight Approx. 320g
(With Joy-Con controllers attached: 420g)
Screen Capacitive touch screen / 7-inch OLED / 1280x720 resolution
CPU/GPU NVIDIA customised Tegra processor
System memory 64 GB

You can increase your console's storage with compatible microSD cards (sold separately). For more information on compatible microSD cards, please visit our support section.

Please note: a portion of the internal memory is reserved for use by the system.
Communication features Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliant) / Bluetooth 4.1
In TV mode, it's also possible to use a wired LAN connection.
Video output Maximum resolution: 1920x1080, 60 fps
Please note: output via HDMI cable in TV mode. In tabletop mode and handheld mode, the maximum resolution is 1280x720, which matches the screen resolution.
Audio output Supports linear PCM 5.1ch
Please note: output via HDMI cable in TV mode.
Speakers Stereo
USB terminal USB Type-C terminal
Used for charging or for connecting to the Nintendo Switch dock.
Audio jack 4 pole stereo 3.5mm mini plug (CTIA standard)
Please note: Nintendo cannot guarantee functionality with all products.
Game card slot Exclusively for Nintendo Switch game cards.
microSD card slot Compatible with microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards. Please read our microSD Card FAQ for more information on compatible microSD cards.

Please note: an update via an internet connection is required to use microSDXC memory cards.
Sensors Accelerometer / gyroscope / brightness sensor
Operating environment Temperature: 5 - 35°C / Humidity: 20 - 80%
Internal battery Lithium ion battery / battery capacity 4310mAh
Please note: the internal battery cannot be removed. If the battery needs to be replaced, it can be replaced for a fee via Nintendo Customer Support.
Battery life Approx. 4.5-9 hours

The battery life will depend on the games you play. For instance, the battery will last approximately 5.5 hours for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Charging time 3 hours approx.
Please note: this is the time taken to charge while the console is in sleep mode.

 

[Reploid]

They could call it switch bright or something. This name as bland as mareo games.

 

[xBleedingSoulx]

I don't play handheld and I buy physical copies, not digital. Looks like I'll be skipping this.

 

[Jayro]

Lame name, same tiny joycons, and no mention of the 4K upscaler. Definitely not worth the extra $100 in the slightest.

 

[grey72]

Bloomberg BTFO
If its a nice quality OLED the price is aight, big OLED panels ain't cheap

 

[Jayro]

I don't play handheld and I buy physical copies, not digital. Looks like I'll be skipping this.

They never said it was all-digital. It still has a cart slot on it for physical games.

 

[Purple_Shyguy]

Worse DPI, can't hack it, $50 extra,

Couldn't even make the actual system body plastic white for the "white" version.

 

[DbGt]

switch pro, see you in 2 years

 

[Darth Meteos]

They could call it switch bright or something. This name as bland as mareo games.

Game Boy Light 2021 Edition

 

[Viri]

I guess when it releases, people are going to try and board swap it, so they can have a hackable Switch, with an OLED screen.

 

[Stwert]

As a surprise to no-one, there’s no real performance upgrades. Does that make a blind bit of difference to me, nope

I was just hoping for a better screen, and that’s what they’ve delivered, along with a couple of other tweaks I don’t much care about, but certainly won’t complain.

I’ll buy it eventually, just like I’ll eventually buy a Switch Lite to add to my 2 OG Switch models. It’s my GameBoy addiction all over again.
Screw Pokémon, it’s the hardware I gotta catch all of…… like I actually need more hardware

 

[Skelletonike]

Tempted to get this.
I was one of the few who did not care or want a Switch Pro at the current time, however the slight design change, cleaner look and that smooth dock, are tempting me quite a bit.... Might really end up getting it.

 

[D34DL1N3R]

Now we know why it wasn't announced at E3. 100% pass.

 

[dotmehdi]

I hope they at least upgraded the ram, even if they don't advertise it that would be really nice.
I wonder if the motherboard update is huge or not, and how the battery life would be like, as opposed to the Mariko versions.
Maybe the joy-cons are updated too.

The dual color reminds me a lot of the DSi LL/XL and its successors, with a very "adult/pro" tone as opposed to the vivid colors of the other models.

 

[RupeeClock]

Of course I wanted a Switch revision with performance gains, and they wouldn't give us that. This OLED model is not doubt going to underclock the processor the same as the others, and ironically lack performance compared to hacked units.

There's an added irony in that I'm content to be playing DS games on my 3DS with dual TN screens.

 

[kaputnik]

Perhaps a bit disappointing to some, but I much rather want this than something with beefed up specs, that would render the original Switch obsolete, once the devs got lazy and upped the requirements instead of making the games run well on the old console

 

[Wavy]

It's seems alright. It's an extra $50 which isn't the worst. Though I don't see the point in getting it if you already own the Switch (or Lite)

 

[D34DL1N3R]

Also, in before people start complaining about OLED burn-in.

 

[BORTZ]

Switch "prOLED"

all the leakers out there now:
"T-thats what I was talking about!"

 

[KingVamp]

So, will they eventually come out with a portal version too? lol Also, will they phase out the old one?

 

[Deleted member 512337]

This was just an excuse to make a motherboard revision so the modchip wont work.