All is confirmed the Nintendo Switch is powered by stock Nvidia Tegra X1, same chipset used in Shield TV. The most surprising is the retention of 4 Cortex A53 processor cores, which have no use in the Nintendo switch as they can't be operated at the same time when Cortex A57 cores are running due to the ARM big.little configuration setup.

After subsequent processing of the GPU from the Nintendo Switch, we have determined that the processor is the Nvidia Tegra T210. The T210 CPU features 4 Cortex A57 and 4 Cortex A53 processor cores and the GPU is a GM20B Maxell core.

http://techinsights.com/about-techinsights/overview/blog/nintendo-switch-teardown/

Nvidia Tegra X1 features

• 8 core CPU (4 x Cortex A57 and 4 x Cortex A53)
• GPU is a GM20B Maxell core

A comparison to Shield TV. Switch specs on the left, and Shield TV on the right. The clock speeds are reported from Eurogamer, which are very much true.

• RAM: 4GB vs 3GB
• CPU: 1Ghz vs. 2Ghz
• GPU: 3 modes:307.2Mhz/384Mhz/768Mhz vs 1Ghz

Shield TV is clocked higher initially in both CPU and GPU, but don't forget Shield TV can't keep these clock speeds up for long, it throttles down to the exact switch's dock clockspeeds. Which further supports a stock X1.

 

[s157]

Wow this isn't depressing... no wonder Nintendo didn't want people to know, but i know id be pretty pissed if i was charged over $300 for outdated tech.

Lower power than competition =/= outdated.

Nothing glaringly wrong about being underpowered. In fact, comparing it to other consoles is almost unfair, but there is the undeniable fact that Nintendo claims this as a home console above all else, and that it could destroy third party support, unless it becomes so successful that the developers will find it worth their time and money to downscale their games to fit the switch. Man I so hope that happens, but for now, all we can rely is on 1st party titles. Nintendo does a decent job of it, but the WiiU, console sales aside, was a mistake in their part as there was a pretty big gap in between good first party games (something that Reggie admits). So there's still hope.

Bring out the games, Nintendo! More Monster Hunter for the switch! An actual fire emblem! Metroid! You have the potential! Also make sure people have the right idea of your specs. Correct them when they're wrong, even if they believe your system is better than it actually is,

 

[DeslotlCL]

Lower power than competition =/= outdated.

Nothing glaringly wrong about being underpowered. In fact, comparing it to other consoles is almost unfair, but there is the undeniable fact that Nintendo claims this as a home console above all else, and that it could destroy third party support, unless it becomes so successful that the developers will find it worth their time and money to downscale their games to fit the switch. Man I so hope that happens, but for now, all we can rely is on 1st party titles. Nintendo does a decent job of it, but the WiiU, console sales aside, was a mistake in their part as there was a pretty big gap in between good first party games (something that Reggie admits). So there's still hope.

Bring out the games, Nintendo! More Monster Hunter for the switch! An actual fire emblem! Metroid! You have the potential! Also make sure people have the right idea of your specs. Correct them when they're wrong, even if they believe your system is better than it actually is,

A single main line pokemon game would make the switch sell like hot cakes.

 

[Mr. Wizard]

A single main line pokemon game would make the switch sell like hot cakes.

I'm really surprised they did not release one at launch, even just a port of Sun/Moon.

 

[s157]

A single main line pokemon game would make the switch sell like hot cakes.

Exactly! This may not be the most powerful system and nintendo may be really shifty right now, but the switch console itself has so much potential!

 

[Kioku]

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I'm really surprised they did not release one at launch, even just a port of Sun/Moon.

An HD Sun/moon with 3ds compatibility would have been fantastic!

 

[Vipera]

Another one with no source to back up the claim. Sigh. Oh well. Sony and MS get a pass, though?

Last time Sony released a handheld console was very advanced for the time.

 

[Kioku]

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If you get so offended by nothing, the report button is right there.

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Last time Sony released a handheld console was very advanced for the time.

Oh, I agree. Actually had some potential, then they put it on the back burner and forgot.

I'm just talking about people saying that the Switch is overpriced for what you get. Then refuse to post any source or information backing up their claim. Am I saying they're wrong? No. I don't even know. Trying to find some insight. I think the Switch is pretty damn powerful for what it is. At a fair price, as well.

 

[linuxares]

An HD Sun/moon with 3ds compatibility would have been fantastic!

Rumors say that it might actually happen, Pokemon Stars is the name of it.

I wonder if it's true or not. But it would help sales especially in Japan were the Pokemon craze is even bigger than in the US and Europe.

 

[Kioku]

Rumors say that it might actually happen, Pokemon Stars is the name of it.

I wonder if it's true or not. But it would help sales especially in Japan were the Pokemon craze is even bigger than in the US and Europe.

That would give a massive boost in numbers. It may give third parties the proper push to support the switch platform too.

 

[linuxares]

That would give a massive boost in numbers. It may give third parties the proper push to support the switch platform too.

https://mic.com/articles/168059/pok...-boost-from-the-nintendo-3ds-games#.7xbE6PyMR - heres one of the links to the rumors.
I hope they release it. It would be fantastic and a bigger screen would be sweet.

 

[Xzi]

I currently been playing mass effect 1, it has horrible frame rate issues, pop in effects and screen tearing is barely tolerable for me, a little short for me but the side missions, gameplay and dialogue it makes them enjoying, is just personal taste, besides that, what is their score? I'm just curious. I would give an 8 to mass effect Andromeda but I haven't played, it wouldn't be an accurate personal score in my perspective

Less score-based and more general impressions: terrible animations, voice-acting, and writing. Combat seemingly the high point, but offering little beyond that of previous ME games.

Spoiler

 

[s157]

https://mic.com/articles/168059/pok...-boost-from-the-nintendo-3ds-games#.7xbE6PyMR - heres one of the links to the rumors.
I hope they release it. It would be fantastic and a bigger screen would be sweet.

Not getting on the hype train till it's actually confirmed, but this would be a great way for people new to pokemon or haven't played it in ages (like me) to get into it.

 

[linuxares]

Not getting on the hype train till it's actually confirmed, but this would be a great way for people new to pokemon or haven't played it in ages (like me) to get it.

I agree, wait for an annoncement (E3?) and the ability to dock the Switch could make for some fun family gathering (more sibilings playing on the tv together).

 

[Deleted-401606]

That's what the report link is for.

Reporting is a waste of time here. For whatever reason the nintendo communities attract a specific type of crowd. Too many people think its acceptable to insult people based on their opinions. What do you want the mods to do really? They would end up banning/suspending 10% of the user base. I am not saying ALL people that play nintendo games are immature adults,but for some reason immature adults prefer nintendo to other platforms(for obvious reasons). Never have I been on a forum where such blatant disrespect is not only tolerated,but encouraged. I would shrug it off if it was children doing this,but the saddest part is that a large majority of the rude/disrespectful members are in their 20s and 30s.

 

[Mr. Wizard]

Reporting is a waste of time here. For whatever reason the nintendo communities attract a specific type of crowd. Too many people think its acceptable to insult people based on their opinions. What do you want the mods to do really? They would end up banning/suspending 10% of the user base. I am not saying ALL people that play nintendo games are immature adults,but for some reason immature adults prefer nintendo to other platforms(for obvious reasons). Never have I been on a forum where such blatant disrespect is not only tolerated,but encouraged. I would shrug it off if it was children doing this,but the saddest part is that a large majority of the rude/disrespectful members are in their 20s and 30s.

Yep. Just ignore the trolls instead of feeding them. Your life here will be much happier. No point arguing with ignorant people.

That goes for everybody, this thread has become a flame war.

 

[DrkBeam]

Less score-based and more general impressions: terrible animations, voice-acting, and writing. Combat seemingly the high point, but offering little beyond that of previous ME games.

Spoiler

So the nostalgia of mass effect 1 , anyway it feels like a solid entry for the mass effect universe, is better to create their own impressions and taste, in comparison Zelda bow is not a game for me, back on topic I really want to see a game that uses the max capabilities of the Nintendo switch, xenoblade chronicles 2 might be a good candidate

 

[Gadd]

So the nostalgia of mass effect 1 , anyway it feels like a solid entry for the mass effect universe, is better to create their own impressions and taste, in comparison Zelda bow is not a game for me, back on topic I really want to see a game that uses the max capabilities of the Nintendo switch, xenoblade chronicles 2 might be a good candidate

super mario maker odyssey will be optimized for switch (unlike zelda...)

 

[Benja81]

Reporting is a waste of time here. For whatever reason the nintendo communities attract a specific type of crowd. Too many people think its acceptable to insult people based on their opinions. What do you want the mods to do really? They would end up banning/suspending 10% of the user base. I am not saying ALL people that play nintendo games are immature adults,but for some reason immature adults prefer nintendo to other platforms(for obvious reasons). Never have I been on a forum where such blatant disrespect is not only tolerated,but encouraged. I would shrug it off if it was children doing this,but the saddest part is that a large majority of the rude/disrespectful members are in their 20s and 30s.

It actually makes sense why people in their 20s and 30s are like that. We/they have been playing Nintendo since we were 5-6 years old. Naturally we are going to be more die hard about it. I try to remain objective, but every now and then my Nintendo fan-boy comes out too.

 

[Gadd]

So the nostalgia of mass effect 1 , anyway it feels like a solid entry for the mass effect universe, is better to create their own impressions and taste, in comparison Zelda bow is not a game for me, back on topic I really want to see a game that uses the max capabilities of the Nintendo switch, xenoblade chronicles 2 might be a good candidate

would you like a metroid using the botw or maybe xenoblade engine?

 

[Deleted-401606]

Yep. Just ignore the trolls instead of feeding them. Your life here will be much happier. No point arguing with ignorant people.

That goes for everybody, this thread has become a flame war.

I guess you are right. no point but to remain calm. Nice vlad putin quote by the way lol.