The Nintendo Switch captivated the hearts of gamers all around the world, introducing them to an incredible mix of consoles and handheld gaming. With a creative design and a great roster of first-party titles, the Nintendo Switch quickly garnered popularity, becoming one of the best-selling consoles and most successful products in Nintendo’s lineup.
This success paved the way for numerous color variations and limited editions to be released including marvelous colors and outstanding game-themed consoles. In today’s article, we’ll take a deep dive into the world of Nintendo Switch colors and limited editions, covering all three models with photographs and specifications. So without any further delay, let’s start!
Release Date: March 3rd, 2017
Size: 102mm x 239mm x 13.9mm (with Joy-Con attached)
Weight: Approx. 279 (398g with Joy-Con Controllers)
Screen: Multi-touch screen, 6.2 inch LCD, 1280×720 resolution
CPU / GPU: Nvidia customized Tegra processor
Memory: 32GB of Internal Memory
Communication Features: Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliant) / Bluetooth 4.1 (TV Mode Only) Wired LAN Connection possible through Wired LAN Adapters.
Video Output: Max resolution of 1920×1080, 60 fps via HDMI for TV Mode. Note that in tabletop or handheld mode, max resolution matches the screen resolution of 1280×720
Audio Output: Supports linear PCM 5.1ch via HDMI in TV Mode.
Speakers: Stereo
USB Terminals: USB Type-C Terminal, used for charging or connecting to the Nintendo Switch dock.
MicroSD Card Slot: Compatible with MicroSD, MicroSDHC, and MicroSDXC memory cards
Sensors: Accelerometer / Gyroscope / Brightness Sensor
Internal Battery: Lithium-ion battery/battery capacity 4310mAh
The initial Nintendo Switch model, released in 2017, was a demonstration of what the Switch is capable of. As stated in the introduction, this console may be used both as a handheld or a console. The gamer may easily swap between these two modes by sliding the console on and off the dock. The console modular contains detachable Joycons that can be used in both modes including a variety of sensor capabilities such as a gyroscope and accelerometer. The 6.2-inch screen also has a touch screen, allowing the player to try out novel control schemes or even employ both physical and touch controls at the same time.
Release Date: September 20th, 2019
Size: Approximately 3.6 inches high, 8.2 inches long, and .55 inches deep *The depth from the tip of the analog sticks to the tip of the ZL/ZR buttons is 1.12 inches
Weight: Approx. .61 lbs
Screen: Capacitive touch screen / 5.5 inch LCD / 1280×720 resolution
CPU / GPU: Nvidia customized Tegra processor
Memory: 32 GB of internal storage, a portion of which is reserved for use by the system. Users can easily expand storage space using microSDHC or microSDXC cards up to 2TB (sold separately).
Communication Features: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 4.1 / NFC (near field communication)
Video Output: Max resolution of 720p
Speakers: Stereo
USB Terminals: USB Type-C Terminal, used for charging or connecting to the Nintendo Switch dock.
MicroSD Card Slot: Compatible with MicroSD, MicroSDHC, and MicroSDXC memory cards
Sensors: Accelerometer / gyroscope
Internal Battery: Lithium ion battery / battery capacity 3570mAh
The Nintendo Switch Lite provides a more portable and budget-friendly device. Unlike the other two models, the Switch Lite is purely a handheld device, with fixed Joycons that cannot be removed. The screen is also somewhat smaller than the original device, but the resolution remains the same, providing a sharp HD image. All of these characteristics render Switch Lite smaller and lighter, thus providing the greatest option for players who want to play on the go for a cheaper price.
Release Date: October 8th, 2021
Size: 102 mm tall x 242 mm wide x 13.9 mm thick (with Joy-Con attached*)
Weight: Approx. 320 g (Approx. 420 g with Joy-Con controllers attached)
Screen: Capacitive touch screen / 7.0 inch OLED screen / 1280×720 pixels
CPU / GPU: Nvidia customized Tegra processor
Memory: 64GB of Internal Memory
Communication Features: Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compatible) / Bluetooth 4.1 (When in TV Mode, a wired LAN adapter can also be used.)
Video Output: Max resolution of 1920×1080, 60 fps via HDMI for TV Mode. Note that in tabletop or handheld mode, max resolution matches the screen resolution of 1280×720
Audio Output: Supports linear PCM 5.1ch via HDMI in TV Mode.
Speakers: Stereo
USB Terminals: USB Type-C Terminal, used for charging or connecting to the Nintendo Switch dock.
MicroSD Card Slot: Compatible with MicroSD, MicroSDHC, and MicroSDXC memory cards
Sensors: Accelerometer / Gyroscope / Brightness Sensor
Internal Battery: Lithium-ion battery/battery capacity 4310mAh
The Nintendo Switch OLED variant is a refinement of the previous device, including improved specifications and a completely new screen. The most noteworthy improvement to this model is the inclusion of an OLED screen, which provides sharper graphics with better color display and a larger screen. While the other internal specifications stayed the same, the OLED variant had a new kickstand with a larger size and adjustable height.
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Freecs
A casual gamer who loves everything Nintendo, and swears by arcade racers, platformers, and hack 'n slash games.
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