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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.

 

[Costello]

This new Switch model offers... STABILITY IMPROVEMENTS!

 

[Ralkila]

but what about those rumors?

It is interesting how many people here in this site specifically can be saying that when the info that some people used for those speculations come from the modding scene that saw some codenames and placeholders for eventual changes.

 

[Purple_Shyguy]

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

My vita has lots of annoying little black spots any time the screen dims to black. OLED looks pretty but isn't worth the negatives imo

 

[mrgone]

nice, an integrated ethernet port.
now let's hope for an exploit

 

[Tom Bombadildo]

10/10 Nintendo.

 

[Deleted User]

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

kek, this might be true.

Also, no thanks to the OLED burn in.

 

[Ericzander]

No performance upgrade? I sleep.

 

[fadx]

I recently bought a second hand tablet because mine broke, I was holding off for a Pro announcement but I ended up caving and I'm glad I did because this doesn't seem like much of an upgrade when 90% of the time I'm playing on a monitor. Cool for people that don't have a switch yet though or that primarily play handheld.

 

[ov3rkill]

Not the pro I expected, it's just the bare minimum. It's cool to see that bigger screen with thinner bezels. Having that OLED will surely improve the battery consumption. Maybe this has a slightly overclocked CPU and GPU? I guess we'll just have to wait and see until someone reveals this wide open.

I was also expecting the so-many rumors of the 4k DLSS performance and how it would performed. I'm glad I didn't jump in with the hype so I could manage my expectations.

 

[ganons]

Classic Nintendo and gimped specs

 

[titan_tim]

When one of the main selling points is a functional stand, that's pretty sad.

 

[yusuo]

Just an upgraded, slightly bigger screen, I'll give it a miss I play the majority of the time docked anyways

 

[Something whatever]

...... the joycons are the same...at least redesign them so they won't have that drift problem. Talk about bare minimum. Not even a increase in performance.

I bet there still won't be customizable themes. That's all I want. AND BETTER JOYCONS

 

[playstays_shun]

I got a v2 AC switch earlier this year, could sell it but then I wouldn't be able to keep those pretty joy cons...


hmmm. This feels like a SKIP

I also have a v1 + a lite.

 

[iialaq01]

Will SX pro work on it?

 

[hippy dave]

I care much more about a nicer, bigger handheld screen than 4k upscaled hdmi. This is interesting, but will be hard to justify when I already have a hackable Switch.
Also I have a feeling OLED tech has improved significantly since the Vita came out, fwiw.

 

[Deleted member 546149]

Why did I expect much more?

 

[Deleted member 514389]

う-そ

 

[zerofalcon]

No more "New Super Nintendo Switch Pro 4k" rumors around the internet thanks to this official reveal. Nice!

 

[NoNAND]

Nice screen, I'll buy it. Shame there's no apparent performance increase though.

I'll never waste q single penny on it if it doesn't come with a beefed up CPU.