Here's the official thread for the popular Nintendo Switch system! It's very unique in that it can be played in 3 different ways - handheld mode, docked (TV) mode, and tabletop mode. Plus you can play with joy-cons or even grab a pro controller. It features lots of great games that you can't get anywhere else! As of October 8, 2021 there's a new OLED model that has several new features. For those who want a smaller, more affordable Switch and don't care about hooking it up to a TV, the Switch Lite has you covered. If you'd like to increase the storage of your Switch, you can do so easily by adding a microSDHC or microSDXC card up to 2TB.
Nintendo Switch – OLED Model Technical Specs
| Price | $350 |
| Release Date | October 8, 2021 |
| Size | 4 inches high, 9.5 inches long, and 0.55 inches deep (with Joy-Con attached) *The depth from the tip of the analog sticks to the tip of the ZL/ZR buttons is 1.12 inches |
| Weight | Approximately .71 lbs (Approximately .93 lbs with Joy-Con controllers attached) |
| Screen | Multi-touch capacitive touch screen / 7.0 inch OLED screen / 1280x720 |
| CPU/GPU | NVIDIA Custom Tegra X1 processor |
| Storage | 64 GB Users can easily expand storage space using microSDHC or microSDXC cards up to 2TB (sold separately). |
| RAM | 4GB LPDDR4 |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliant) / Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Video output | Up to 1080p via HDMI in TV mode Up to 720p via built-in screen in Tabletop mode and Handheld modes |
| Audio output | Compatible with 5.1ch Linear PCM output Output via HDMI connector in TV mode |
| Speakers | Stereo |
| Buttons | Power button / Volume button |
| USB connector | USB Type-C Used for charging or for connecting to the Nintendo Switch dock. |
| Headphone/mic jack | 3.5mm 4-pole stereo (CTIA standard) |
| Game card slot | Nintendo Switch game cards |
| Switch Game Cartridge Capacity | 1-64 GB |
| microSD card slot | Compatible with microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC memory cards *Once the microSDXC card is inserted, a system update will be necessary. An internet connection is required to perform this system update. |
| Sensor | Accelerometer, gyroscope, and brightness sensor |
| Operating environment | 41-95 degrees F / 20-80% humidity |
| Internal battery | Lithium-ion battery / 4310mAh |
| Battery life | Approximately 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. |
Advantages of the OLED model over the Original Switch:
*Dock includes built-in ethernet LAN port*7" OLED 720p screen instead of 6.2" LCD 720p screen
*64gb internal storage vs 32gb on the original
*Enhanced speakers
*Enhanced stand for Tabletop mode
Differences of the Switch Lite vs the Original Switch:
*Has a 5.5" 720p LCD touch screen instead of 6.2" LCD 720p screen
*Comes in a smaller design which cannot be docked or connected to a TV
*Price of $200, vs $300 on the original Switch
Some Popular Switch Games
Nintendo Switch Online
The basic account lets you play online, save your game data to the cloud, and more.
Individual Membership - Designed for one Nintendo Account holder.
| 1 Month | 3 Months | 12 Months |
| $3.99 USD | $7.99 USD | $19.99 USD |
| 12 Months | ||
| $34.99 USD |
Individual Membership - Get everything included in Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack for one Nintendo Account holder.
| 12 months | ||
| $49.99 USD | ||
| 12 Months | ||
| $79.99 USD |
