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Nintendo Switch 2 vs Valve Steam Deck OLED
Product A: Nintendo
84 of 165 known
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Product B: Valve
99 of 165 known
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99 of 156 fields differ
- 54 different values
- 45 known for one only
- 10 the same
- 47 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 51 handheld consoles.
- BatteryA: 19.74WhB: 50WhValve is 30.26 Wh higher.
- Refresh rateA: 120HzB: 90HzNintendo is 30 Hz higher.
- Shortest gaming test runtime (measured)A: 2.67hB: 2.15hNintendo is 0.52 h higher.
- Longest gaming test runtime (measured)A: 2.67hB: 2.15hNintendo is 0.52 h higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- ANintendo: 272 × 116 mm
- BValve: 298 × 117 mm
Weight
0 to 1,000 g
All 165 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
Predecessor
Successor
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Launch price (US)
$449.9910Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026USD 449.99 at launch. Raised to USD 499.99 on 2026-09-0113Press releasenintendo.com/us/whatsnew/nintendo-switch-2-launches-june-5-bringing-new-forms-of-game-communication-to-lifeRead 30 September 2026Suggested retail price $449.99 in United States. No later store price used.
$5494Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231119151911/https://www.steamdeck.com/enRead 30 September 2026Archived maker page three days after launch: 512GB $549.00, 1TB $649.00, 1TB Limited Edition $679.0011Press articlerockpapershotgun.com/valve-announce-the-steam-deck-oled-with-an-upgraded-screen-and-longer-battery-lifeRead 30 September 2026
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
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Device class
Platform and software
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OS family
OS at launch
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Latest OS
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Built-in game stores
Physical games
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Backward compatibility
Plays compatible physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. Some Nintendo Switch games are not supported or fully compatible.3Maker product pagenintendo.com/us/store/products/nintendo-switch-2-system-123669Read 30 September 2026Footnote: some Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or fully compatible13Press releasenintendo.com/us/whatsnew/nintendo-switch-2-launches-june-5-bringing-new-forms-of-game-communication-to-lifeRead 30 September 2026Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or fully compatible, subject to compatibility lists.
Not available
Upscaling and frame generation
DLSS10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026DLSS through the Tensor cores14Press releaseblogs.nvidia.com/blog/nintendo-switch-2-leveled-up-with-nvidia-ai-powered-dlss-and-4k-gamingRead 30 September 2026NVIDIA Tensor Core paragraph explicitly names Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS). No system-level frame-generation feature is inferred.
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Processor and graphics
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Chip
Chip brand
Core configuration
ANintendo Switch 2
| Physical core count | Core |
|---|---|
| 8 | Cortex-A78C |
BValve Steam Deck OLED
| Physical core count | Core | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Zen 2 | 2.4 | 3.5 |
CPU cores
8
4
Max CPU clock
Not available
3.5GHz
GPU
Integrated NVIDIA GPU, 1536 CUDA cores6Press articledigitalfoundry.net/articles/digitalfoundry-2025-nintendo-switch-2-final-tech-specs-and-system-reservations-confirmedRead 30 September 2026
GPU architecture
GPU compute units
GPU max clock
Not available
GPU compute (claimed)
Power modes
ANintendo Switch 2
| Mode | Power source | Max CPU clock (GHz) | Max GPU clock (MHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handheld | Battery | 1.101 | 561 |
| Docked | Docked | 0.998 | 1,007 |
BValve Steam Deck OLED
| Power source | TDP (W) |
|---|---|
| Battery | 4 |
| Battery | 15 |
Source1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as APU power: 4-15W. The two rows are the ends of that range, not named presets6Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/faqRead 30 September 2026Docking does not improve performance. Steam Deck runs at full performance in portable mode, so the range applies on battery
Lowest TDP
Not available
4W
Highest TDP
Not available
15W
Highest TDP on battery
Not available
15W
Custom TDP
Not available
Not available
Memory and storage
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RAM
RAM type
RAM speed
Memory bandwidth
Storage
256GB1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 20262Maker product pagenintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/tech-specsRead 30 September 2026
512 GB, 1 TB1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026The maker publishes 1 TB. Advertised TB tiers are stored as decimal GB: 1 TB = 1000 GB, 2 TB = 2000 GB. This does not estimate usable formatted capacity. Published as Steam Deck 512GB NVMe SSD and Steam Deck 1TB NVMe SSD2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026The maker publishes 1 TB. Advertised TB tiers are stored as decimal GB: 1 TB = 1000 GB, 2 TB = 2000 GB. This does not estimate usable formatted capacity.
Storage type
Installed drive PCIe generation
Not available
Storage slots
ANintendo Switch 2
Not availableBValve Steam Deck OLED
| Form factor | Interface | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2230 | PCIe NVMe | 1 | Yes |
M.2 slots
Not available
1
Memory card
Card speed class
Not available
Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
278.8ppi
204ppi
Aspect ratio
Not available
Panel type
Native panel orientation
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Screen surface
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Touchscreen
Built-in display refresh modes
ANintendo Switch 2
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max (Hz) | VRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 120 | Yes |
BValve Steam Deck OLED
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1280 | 800 | 90 |
Max refresh rate
120Hz
90Hz
Adaptive sync
G-SYNC10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026G-Sync in handheld mode14Press releaseblogs.nvidia.com/blog/nintendo-switch-2-leveled-up-with-nvidia-ai-powered-dlss-and-4k-gamingRead 30 September 2026More Power, Smoother Gameplay bullet explicitly NVIDIA G-SYNC in handheld mode.
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VRR lower limit
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)
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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
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HDR formats
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Second display
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Controls
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Stick sensor
Not available
Stick layout
Touch-sensitive sticks
Not available
Replaceable stick modules
Not available
Service without soldering20Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Left+Thumbstick+Replacement/168652Read 8 October 2026OEM OLED left thumbstick guide removes the complete module using screws and a cable connector. No soldering is required. Tools and internal disassembly are required. Not a tool-free swappable module.21Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Right+Thumbstick+Replacement/168609Read 8 October 2026OEM OLED right thumbstick guide removes the complete module using screws and a cable connector. No soldering is required. Tools and internal disassembly are required. Not a tool-free swappable module.
Trigger sensor
Not available
Not available
Trigger stops
Not available
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D-pad
Face button labels
Extra rear and grip buttons
Trackpads
Not available
System-level remapping
System buttons
POWER Button, Volume buttons, HOME Button, Capture Button, C Button1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026Console: POWER Button and Volume buttons. Joy-Con 2: HOME, Capture and C Button
View, Menu, Steam, Quick access, Volume up, Volume down, Power1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Labels in the maker's front-view diagram19Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 8 October 2026Front and top diagrams plus Controls and Input identify View, Menu, Steam, Quick access, Volume and Power. The volume pair is listed separately. Face buttons, stick clicks, shoulder controls and grip buttons are represented by their own fields.
Detached controller connection
Not available
Controller mouse sensor
Not available
Fingerprint
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Motion and feedback
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Gyroscope
Rumble
RGB lighting
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Measured
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Brightness (measured)
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HDR peak brightness (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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PWM frequency (measured)
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3DMark Time Spy graphics (measured)
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3DMark Steel Nomad Light (measured)
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme (measured)
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Cinebench 2024 single-core (measured)
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core (measured)
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AnTuTu (measured)
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Game frame rates (measured)
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Memory card read (measured)
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Battery runtime per test (measured)
ANintendo Switch 2
| Test | Game | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Hitman: World of Assassination | 2.67 |
BValve Steam Deck OLED
| Test | Game | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Hitman: World of Assassination | 2.15 |
Shortest gaming test runtime (measured)
2.67h
2.15h
Longest gaming test runtime (measured)
2.67h
2.15h
Video runtime (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Power draw gaming (measured)
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Fan noise per mode (measured)
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Max fan noise (measured)
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Fan noise while gaming (measured)
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Back surface under load (measured)
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Grips under load (measured)
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Chip temperature while gaming (measured)
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Stick tests (measured)
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Speaker loudness (measured)
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Weight (measured)
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Audio
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Speakers
Speaker direction
Not available
Audio features
Linear PCM 5.1ch output over HDMI in TV mode, Surround sound effect1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026
Stereo with embedded DSP, aptX HD, aptX low-latency1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Stereo with embedded DSP from this page. aptX codecs from the OLED page2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as Bluetooth 5.3, supporting newer codecs such as aptX HD and aptX low-latency
Microphones
Ports and dock
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Ports
ANintendo Switch 2
| Type | Version | Count | Side |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Not available | 1 | Bottom |
| USB-C | Not available | 1 | Top |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Top |
| microSD card | microSD Express | 1 | Not available |
| Other | Game card slot | 1 | Top |
Source1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026USB-C on the bottom for charging and the dock, USB-C on the top for accessories or charging10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026Photo caption: the top of the console has the USB-C port, headphone jack and game card slot
BValve Steam Deck OLED
| Type | Version | Count | Side | DP Alt Mode | Max charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Top | Yes | 45 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Top | Not available | Not available |
| microSD card | UHS-I | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
USB-C ports
2
1
USB4 or Thunderbolt
Not available
Not available
USB-C charging
Not available
45W
Max external display
Not available
Resolution7680 × 4320 pxRefresh rate60 Hz1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026Published as up to 8K @60Hz or 4K @120Hz over DisplayPort over Type C
External GPU
Not available
Not available
Dock
Max output through dock
ANintendo Switch 2
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) | HDR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 | Yes |
| 2560 | 1440 | 120 | Yes |
| 1920 | 1080 | 120 | Yes |
BValve Steam Deck OLED
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 2560 | 1440 | 120 |
Dock ports
2 USB ports (USB 2.0 compatible), HDMI port, LAN port, AC adapter port, System connector1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026
DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, 3 x USB-A 3.1 Gen1, USB-C power delivery passthrough input5Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/dockRead 30 September 2026Also a 6 inch captive USB-C cable to the Deck
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026
NFC
Not available
Cellular
Not available
Not available
Network
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Battery and charging
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Battery energy
Battery capacity
5,220mAh1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 20265220 mAh for the model with a non user-replaceable battery. The user-replaceable battery model has 5172 mAh2Maker product pagenintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/tech-specsRead 30 September 2026
Claimed battery life
ANintendo Switch 2
| Use | Hours (from) (h) | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | 2 | 6.5 |
BValve Steam Deck OLED
| Use | Hours (from) (h) | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | 3 | 12 |
Battery life (claimed, min)
2h
3h
Battery life (claimed, max)
6.5h
12h
Wired charging
Not available
Charging standards
Not available
Charge 0 to 100 % (claimed)
Not available
Charge limit
Not available
Bypass charging
Not available
Not available
Charger in box
Included charger
Cooling
0 of 3 differ
Fans
Vapor chamber
Not available
Not available
Custom fan curve
Not available
Not available
Build
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Built-in kickstand
Not available
Dust and water rating
Not available
Not available
User-replaceable parts
Fan, Speakers19Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Nintendo+Switch+2+Fan+Replacement/194217Read 8 October 2026Fan replacement requires internal disassembly, screwdrivers and replacement thermal putty and paste. Documented DIY repair, not tool-free access or a Nintendo-authorized routine service claim. Original BEE-001 console only. Battery is excluded.20Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Nintendo+Switch+2+Speakers+Replacement/193643Read 8 October 2026Speaker replacement requires internal disassembly and tools. Documented DIY repair, not tool-free access or a Nintendo-authorized routine service claim. Original BEE-001 console only. Battery is excluded.
Thumbstick modules, Battery, Fan, SSD20Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Left+Thumbstick+Replacement/168652Read 8 October 2026Left thumbstick module has a documented OEM DIY replacement guide for Steam Deck OLED.21Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Right+Thumbstick+Replacement/168609Read 8 October 2026Right thumbstick module has a documented OEM DIY replacement guide for Steam Deck OLED.22Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Battery+Replacement/168676Read 8 October 2026Battery has an OEM DIY replacement guide. Requires discharge below 5%, internal disassembly and new battery adhesive. This field records documented repair access, not tool-free routine replacement.23Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+Fan+Replacement/168674Read 8 October 2026Fan has an OEM DIY replacement guide. Requires internal disassembly and tools. This field records documented repair access, not tool-free routine replacement.24Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+OLED+SSD+Replacement/168255Read 8 October 2026SSD has an OEM DIY replacement guide. Requires internal disassembly and tools. OLED-specific guide, not an LCD-only procedure. This field records documented repair access, not tool-free routine replacement.25Retailer pageifixit.com/Parts/Steam_Deck_OLEDRead 8 October 2026Valve OEM repair partner lists genuine OLED replacement batteries, fans and left/right thumbstick modules. OLED guide index covers both 512 GB and 1 TB models. Display assemblies differ by storage/glass variant and are not added to this common list.
Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions
Width272Height116Depth30.7mm(10.7 × 4.6 × 1.2 in)1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026Width and height are the full device with supplied controllers attached. Maximum external depth includes protruding controls: 30.7 mm. Chassis-only depth is 13.9 mm and is not stored in this field.
Width298Height117Depth49mm(11.7 × 4.6 × 1.9 in)1Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/tech/oledRead 30 September 2026
Weight
Certifications
1 of 2 differ
Game compatibility programme
Not available
FCC ID
Not available
Not available
Other certifications
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In the box
1 of 2 differ
In the box
Nintendo Switch 2 Console, Joy-Con 2 (L) in Light Blue, Joy-Con 2 (R) in Light Red, Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter, USB-C Charging Cable, Nintendo Switch 2 Dock, Joy-Con 2 Grip, Joy-Con 2 Strap (x2), Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable3Maker product pagenintendo.com/us/store/products/nintendo-switch-2-system-123669Read 30 September 2026
45W power supply with 2.5m cable, Steam profile bundle2Maker product pagesteamdeck.com/en/oledRead 30 September 2026Base lists the items every OLED model ships with. Per-model lists are in variants
Carrying case
Not available
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Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
www.nintendo.com/eu/media/downloads/support_1/nintendoswitch2/NSwitch2_ImportantInformation_EUR.pdf16Owner's manualnintendo.com/eu/media/downloads/support_1/nintendoswitch2/NSwitch2_ImportantInformation_EUR.pdfRead 8 October 2026Manufacturer Important Information booklet for Switch 2 and supplied accessories. It includes safety, charging and service instructions. EU booklet is not evidence of US warranty terms.
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EPREL registration number
Not available
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Warranty
None of 1 known
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Not available
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