All Together, Anytime, Anywhere

Say "hello" to GameChat. With the touch of the C button, start a chat with friends at any time. Share your game screen while chatting to show what you're up to. And for a more personal touch, connect face-to-face with the Nintendo Switch 2 camera accessory or other compatible USB-C camera (each sold separetely here)

A paid Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required to use GameChat.

Handheld Mode

Smooth performance on a big screen - anywhere you go.

Nintendo Switch 2 7.9-inch screen

Nintendo Switch 6.2-inch screen

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Bigger screen, same thickness

7.9" LCD displayThe Nintendo Switch 2 screen is 1.6x larger than Nintendo Switch and just as slim.

A richer display that brings your games to life

The built-in LCD screen is capable of Full HD (1080p) resolution in handheld mode.
With about double the pixel count compared to Nintendo Switch's display,
you can enjoy your games in higher resolution and greater detail.

A maximum frame rate of 120 fps enables even smoother gameplay in supported games.
Variable refresh rate (VRR) technology helps games move seamlessly by preventing frame skips and flickering.

High dynamic range (HDR) support brings greater, more detailed contrast between light and dark areas.
Play on a screen that shows off the finest of details.

* Frame rate, HDR and VRR support vary depending on the software.

TV Mode

Use the dock to play on a bigger screen.

Play in 4K

Take in all the detail with screen resolutions up to 4K when you connect the Nintendo Switch 2 system to a compatible TV using the dedicated dock. The system also supports HDR and frame rates up to 120fps on compatible TVs.

*4K resolution and HDR are available in supported games, and require a compatible display. Frame rates are capped at 60 fps for 4K output.

Fan ventilation for powerful cooling

The Nintendo Switch 2 dock has a built-in fan that works to keep your console cool and helps stabilise performance.

TV mode is more convenient than ever

Compatible TVs can automatically turn themselves on when they detect Nintendo Switch 2 powering on. The console supports Consumer Electronics Control (CEC), where the TV automatically detects and switches to the correct input. With Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), you can even have your compatible TV automatically change to its game-mode setting.

*For more information, please check the instruction manual for your TV.

Tabletop Mode

Find the right viewing angle with a sturdy stand. Share your system for instant multiplayer fun.

The freedom of flexibility

The stand on the back of the console can be adjusted to any angle up to 150 degrees – allowing you to freely find the comfiest placement, no matter where you're playing.

Two USB-C ports

USB-C ports are now on the top and bottom of the system. Plug in the included AC adapter and play in tabletop mode while the system charges.
You can also connect a compatible USB-C camera (sold separately) to the top USB-C port and enjoy video chatting with GameChat anytime.

Easy. Comfy. Magnetic.

Attach & detach with ease

Joy-Con 2 is the controller included with the Nintendo Switch 2 system.Just move the Joy-Con controller close and it will snap Nintendo Switch 2 comes with two Joy-Con 2 controllers.

These strong magnets keep the controllers attached firmly to the console at all times.Simply press the release button on the back to disengage the magnetic lock – and off they come.

Accessories like the Joy-Con 2 wheel (sold separately) also take advantage of the new connection.

Mouse controls using Joy-Con 2

See those little sensors on the colourful sides of both Joy-Con 2 controllers? Place the sensors faced down on a surface and slide the controllers around to use them like a mouse in compatible games.

Whether passing one controller to a friend for multiplayer fun or using both yourself, mouse controls open up even more ways to play.

*Responsiveness of mouse controls may vary depending on the play surface.

Enhanced sticks & buttons

The Left and Right Sticks are now larger and easier to rest your thumbs on. They also move more smoothly than before, with reduced noise.

The L and R Buttons are now longer, too, and the SL and SR Buttons are bigger for greater comfort and control when playing with a Joy-Con 2 held on its side.

A streamlined wrist strap

The Left and Right Sticks are now larger and easier to rest your thumbs on. They also move more smoothly than before, with reduced noise.

The L and R Buttons are now longer, too, and the SL and SR Buttons are bigger for greater comfort and control when playing with a Joy-Con 2 held on its side.

HD rumble 2

From a faint quiver to a powerful shake that'll leave an impression, HD rumble 2 powers up the fidelity and capability of force feedback.

HD rumble 2 responds quickly to in-game action and can convey even more complex rumble patterns, creating a more refined tactile feeling.

Chat, share, and hang out together

All Together, Anytime, Anywhere.

You can easily start a voice chat anytime, anywhere with GameChat and the built-in microphone of Nintendo Switch 2.Whether in TV mode, tabletop mode, or handheld mode, your friends are never far away.

Connect anytime with the C Button

There's a new C Button on the right Joy-Con 2 controller. Press it to easily bring up GameChat at any time, even if you're in the middle of a game.

While using GameChat, use the C Button to pull up chat controls as you need them, like muting others or leaving the chat.

Chat it up using the built-in mic

Nintendo Switch 2 has a built-in microphone on the top of the console. No additional accessories are required to spark up a conversation with friends.

The microphone filters out game sounds and environmental noise around you – delivering your voice with added clarity.

The mic also conveniently adjusts the volume of your voice that it picks up. This helps your friends comfortably hear you, whether you're playing in a large space with others or tucked away in a quiet room.

Connect a camera for video chat

Make it a video chat with the Nintendo Switch 2 camera or a compatible USB-C camera (each sold separately).

Powerful processing & graphics performance

Games on Nintendo Switch 2 can take advantage of powerful performance upgrades to processing and graphics performance.
Enjoy benefits like smoother frame rates, sharper visuals, and faster loading speeds than before.

These changes open the door to new ways to play.

Plus, compatible Nintendo Switch games may also take advantage of the console's new capabilities*
to bring benefits like improved graphics and faster loading times.

* Performance improvements vary depending on software.

Crisp audio quality & 3D spatial sound

Sound quality is more natural and clear with better balance.Hear the difference for yourself, whether you're playing with the built-in speakers or your headphones (sold separately).

Games can be enjoyed with more immersive, three-dimensional sound, as if it were coming from all around you.

256 GB capacity with faster speeds

Nintendo Switch 2 comes with 256 GB of internal storage—8x the capacity ofNintendo Switch*—for keeping your game downloads, save data, and more.

The system can also read and write data faster.

*A portion of internal storage is reserved for use by the system.

Specifications

Size

Approx. 166mm x 272mm x 13.9mm(with Joy-Con 2 controllers attached)

*The maximum thickness from the tip of the Control Sticks to the protruding parts of the ZL / ZR Buttons is 30.7mm.

Weight

Approx. 401g
(With Joy-Con 2 controllers attached: approx. 534g)

Screen

Capacitive touch screen /7.9 inch wide colour gamut LCD screen /
1920x1080 resolution
HDR10 support /VRR up to 120 Hz

CPU/GPU

Custom processor made by NVIDIA

System memory

256 GB (UFS)

*A portion of internal storage is reserved for use by the system.