Nintendo Switch 2: Size and Weight Comparisons with Previous Models
Nintendo has revealed the official dimensions, screen size, and weight of the Switch 2. The new console is larger and heavier than previous models, raising accessibility concerns and sparking debate over its higher price.
Nintendo Switch Console Screen Sizes Compared
- Nintendo Switch 2: 7.9-inch
- Nintendo Switch OLED: 7-inch
- Nintendo Switch: 6.2-inch
- Nintendo Switch Lite: 5.5-inch
The reveal trailer of the Nintendo Switch 2 showcased its larger display and highlighted several new features that set it apart from earlier models.
Dimensions Of Older Switch Consoles
- Nintendo Switch 2
- without Joy-Cons: still unknown
- with Joy-Cons: 272 x 166 x 13.9 mm
- Nintendo Switch OLED
- without Joy-Cons: 176 x 102 x 14 mm
- with Joy-Cons: 242 x 102 x 29 mm
- Nintendo Switch
- without Joy-Cons: 173 x 102 x 14 mm
- with Joy-Cons: 238 x 102 x 29 mm
- Nintendo Switch Lite: 208 x 91 x 29 mm
Weight Of Older Switch Consoles
- Nintendo Switch 2:
- without Joy-Cons: 401 grams
- with Joy-Cons: 534 grams
- Nintendo Switch OLED:
- without Joy-Cons: 319 grams
- with Joy-Cons: 420 grams
- Nintendo Switch:
- without Joy-Cons: 297 grams
- with Joy-Cons: 398 grams
- Nintendo Switch Lite: 277 grams
Accessibility Considerations
Accessibility is the crux of the matter: the Switch 2 is larger and heavier than its predecessors in all respects. This may pose challenges for children or individuals with motor impairments. For those affected, reviewing the dimensions and weight is crucial before purchase. Ergonomic cases from third-party providers may help improve usability.
The Nintendo Switch 2 In Size Comparison
A comparison image created by Redditor “HertzBurst” after the January unveiling illustrated how the Switch 2 performs in handheld mode compared to the OLED, standard Switch, and Switch Lite. The differences in size and weight are visually clear, reinforcing the console’s bulkier design.
The Nintendo Switch 2 will be launched on June 05, 2025. However, its announced price of 470 euros has divided the community, marking a significant increase compared to the original Switch and sparking debate over whether the improvements justify the cost.