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Nintendo Switch 2 launches on Thursday, here's everything you need to knowThe next-generation handheld will cost $450 and is a lot more powerful than the original Switch.

## Nintendo Switch 2: Technical Overview and Features

HBy Hazel CaldwellJun 05, 20252 min read

Nintendo Switch 2: Technical Overview and Features

The Nintendo Switch 2 is set for release on Thu, Jun 5, 2025, with a retail price of $450. Pre-orders commenced on April 24, 2025, but the console is currently sold out at online retailers.

The Nintendo Switch 2 features a 1080p 7.9-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR compatibility. When docked, it supports up to 4K output at 120Hz with variable refresh rates. The console includes a new processor and GPU, significantly more storage at 256GB, and supports faster, more capacious microSD cards.

The Switch 2 is equipped with a NVIDIA custom chip with eight ARM Cortex A78C cores and a GPU based on Ampere architecture, along with 12GB of LPDDRX RAM. The system also includes a custom file decompression engine to optimize performance without taxing the CPU.

The Joy-Con 2 attaches magnetically and features larger SL and SR buttons made of steel. These controllers include "HD Rumble 2" and an optical sensor for mouse-like functionality. There is a new Pro Controller with HD Rumble 2 and remappable GL/GR buttons. The Joy-Con 2 pair is priced at $95, while the Pro Controller costs $85.

Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller — $85 Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip — $40 Nintendo Switch 2 Camera — $55 Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Set — $120 Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case & Screen Protector — $40 Samsung microSD Express Card – 256GB — $60

The Nintendo Switch 2 is set for release on Thu, Jun 5, 2025, with a retail price of $450.
Hazel Caldwell · Thehackingpost

The Switch 2 supports GameCube titles via the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack. The console will offer a new feature, Virtual Game Cards, allowing the lending of digital games. Game-Key cards are introduced as physical games requiring an initial download to activate.

The battery life is estimated between 2 and 6.5 hours, with a new battery preservation mode that halts charging at 90% to extend battery life.

Backward Compatibility and Game Enhancements

The Nintendo Switch 2 is backward compatible with most Switch games, although some may have limited functionality. The console will also offer "Switch 2 Edition" upgrades for select titles, such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond , enhancing resolution and frame rates.

The pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 opened on April 24, 2025. Due to high demand, many online retailers have reported being sold out. The official release remains set for Thu, Jun 5, 2025.

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The console's price is set at $450, with a bundle option available for $500, including a digital copy of Mario Kart World .

The Nintendo Switch 2's battery is designed to last between 2 and 6.5 hours. Nintendo has introduced a battery preservation mode that stops charging at 90% to reduce wear.

Based on reporting by www.engadget.com.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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