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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.

 

[the_randomizer]

Maybe now people will finally shut up lol

 

[Deleted member 514389]

Aight this is one console that I def will wait for reviews on. I have a big feeling there ain't no under the hood upgrades

It would suffice for me if they upgraded the microSD Slot to the Lite's.

My V1's solderpoints are trash.

I -weirdly enough- have a reason to get this baby here.
*Checks under matress for money, 3,50$ ? Still a bit off*

That 'O' in OLED worries me though.
Organic LED...
Degrade naturally... Ugh. I wish @FAST6191 could shed some light on this

Spoiler

•OLED burn -in (or permanent image retention) refers to this gradual degradation of pixels. ... The permanent image retention on displays is caused by the uneven degradation of the pixels of which the display is comprised. It occurs when a particular set of pixels degrade at a different rate than those around them. https://www.howtogeek.com/687180/oled-screen-burn-in-how-worried-should-you-be/
http://www.chemgapedia.de/vsengine/vlu/vsc/de/ch/9/mac/neu/oled/oled.vlu.html
https://mancunion.com/2020/10/09/eco-friendly-polymer-used-to-build-oled-screens-for-the-first-time/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0379677915301193

 

[onibaku]

Well I'm kind of relieved, didn't want to end up in the same situation as with 3DS/New 3DS

 

[Rahkeesh]

Something seems a little fishy. I still kinda think the 4k rumors were too strong for this to be all Ninty has. I remember hearing the theory kicking around that Nintendo is making this for this year, and the revision next year to really extend the Switch's life past that 5 year period.

It would be very odd to release a more expensive OLED model and then a separate 4K model in quick succession. Maybe if they released a standalone 4K upscaling dock, but it doesn't sound like you can have DLSS work externally like that.

 

[Flame]

you trolled us nicely Nintendo bravo sir, bravo.

 

[OkazakiTheOtaku]

Aurora Wright, TuxSH, SciresM, and others have already telegraphed this for several months. It should come as a surprise to absolutely no one who follows their words.

The fact of the matter is that a new Switch model can't have a next-generation GPU for technical reasons. This has already been documented.

The best they can do is make a more efficient GPU that maybe runs at a higher speed, but that's it. No Pascal, no Turing, no Ampere, just Maxwell.

 

[godreborn]

I don't play in handheld mode, but I've thought about it, like if I'm watching tv at the same time or something. however, I'm always afraid of dropping the system, especially when removing it from the dock. that's why I went all digital. I'm also a little apprehensive about the battery life, because I'm not really near the standalone charging cable to connect it as I game.

 

[gudenau]

This isn't worth getting at all, it really shouldn't have an OLED display.

 

[TheSpearGuy]

the website refers to it as "aula2", I've attached a screengrab in my last post
unless the 2 is from something else

 

[DS1]

Anything about fixing the controller issue, or would that require them to admit there is a controller issue?

 

[The Catboy]

It took them this long to include a basic ass feature like the Ethernet port
I wonder if they fixed the drift issue?
64GB is better but why still no 128GB?

 

[Jiehfeng]

It would be very odd to release a more expensive OLED model and then a separate 4K model in quick succession. Maybe if they released a standalone 4K upscaling dock, but it doesn't sound like you can have DLSS work externally like that.

What if it's not in quick succession, but enough time to trick people into buying this one, and then a while later to finally show the 4K version. More money, it makes sense business wise.

 

[felixsrg]

So... We can hope for a better battery now too?

 

[zoogie]

This is like the hardware equivalent of a stability update.

Enjoy Switch v1.2 guys!

 

[Eddypikachu]

I sleep

 

[MartianMSK]

Moderately mad, but expectable from Nintendo. I'm just even more happy for having stopped to support Nintendo with my (few) money. Great games, yeah, but every thing else it's just old and behind (not talking just about the graphics of course!).

 

[chrisrlink]

Now the question is, does it come with upgraded internals? My money's on no.

double amount of storage,and a Lan port in the dock two features missing in the previous model so yeah, (the official dev kit had 64GB so it was a matter of time before retail had it too), now let's hope they keep the damn scalpers at bay

 

[Rudy69]

I'd love the OLED screen, but I'm not getting one unless the new model gets hacked and it includes a better GPU that Nintendo isn't saying (most Switch games adjust their resolution on the fly so it could technically make sure all games are running at least at 720p in portable)

 

[Paulsar99]

Did people really expect a new upgraded switch with twice or thrice the power of the og switch? Lol!

 

[SDA]

A Switch with an OLED display. I don't even want to believe it.
Too bad I have a regular Switch already.