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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.

 

[Halbour]

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

*extra 50.

 

[skawo]

I am happy with this. No worries about games only running on the new model == no need to shelve out three hundo + on an upgrade.

 

[DKB]

Good. I don't have to buy a new one.

 

[Julie_Pilgrim]

i just want themes

 

[Dominator211]

Well, it seems like a sidesteps more than an Upgrade. I wonder how long until people hack it lol.
Will I Pick it up? No probably not. I have no need for it right now.

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This new Switch model offers... STABILITY IMPROVEMENTS!

When the Lion man comes he delivers.

 

[djpannda]

I want one... but I don't think there is enough new Features to justify a 5th switch...

 

[Dominator211]

Here's an idea. Since they cant change the size of the switch due to the joycons. Why dont we just take a Switch OLED shell and put it on our regular modded switches. I mean literally all it be good for rn

 

[Bladexdsl]

so much for the switch pro. guess nintendo doesn't care about competing in the 4k market and wants to once again get left behind

 

[leerpsp]

Here's an idea. Since they cant change the size of the switch due to the joycons. Why dont we just take a Switch OLED shell and put it on our regular modded switches. I mean literally all it be good for rn

that could only be done if the motherboard was the same layout but looking at the joycon rail's I don't think it will be because they use less screws and they are not the same size as the old ones.

 

[James_]

am i the only one who thinks the new packaging looks like a fucking cereal box

 

[WG481]

This Switch will definitely be hardware revised against mod-chips. It's also going to need some power supply or other improvements for that beautiful of a screen. The LAN cable sacrifices the extra USB cable which is a downer for me.

 

[Jiehfeng]

am i the only one who thinks the new packaging looks like a fucking cereal box

I dig it tbh.

 

[leerpsp]

This Switch will definitely be hardware revised against mod-chips. It's also going to need some power supply or other improvements for that beautiful of a screen. The LAN cable sacrifices the extra USB cable which is a downer for me.

I 2nd that better power supply, I don't know if its the dock or what on my normal switch (hacked) the picture on the screen will go out if i'm charging more then one controller on it with joycons on the switch charging at the same time.

 

[linuxares]

am i the only one who thinks the new packaging looks like a fucking cereal box

Better than the other ones

 

[Bladexdsl]

Way to try to upsell this unit as "Vibrant" wooooh. How about a more honest headline - Nintendo announces Switch "Meh" version. They literally could have glossed their original switch and it would have been the same since there is no hardware revision to really take advantage of the screen. May as well just jack in an NES to an OLED TV and advertise how vibrant pixels look.

 

[MasterJ360]

Can't really say its an upgrade to this generation of gaming, but an upgrade to the Switch nonetheless.
Now..... let's try to hack it Team Xecuter are you with me?....... "cricket sounds" lul

 

[Skelletonike]

Maybe now people will finally shut up lol

They won't.

People will still say that a 4k switch is coming because person X heard person Y mention that it's being developed.

 

[Agusto101]

Switch pro confirmed hahaha keep dreaming I love the happy endings.

 

[subcon959]

Is this a joke? Why is this model instead of the Switch Lite getting an OLED screen? Even in the trailer half the people are using it docked.

 

[the_randomizer]

Since I don't game portably, this is of no value to me. Pass.