After a number of rumours and not announcing the model at E3, Nintendo has finally unveiled the Nintendo Switch OLED model.
Meet the newest entry to the Nintendo Switch family! Nintendo Switch (OLED model) brings the versatility of the Nintendo Switch experience with a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen, a wide adjustable stand, and more. Nintendo Switch (OLED model) releases on October 8.
The website puts the MSRP for the new model at $349.99. Features listed are:
- Vibrant 7-inch OLED screen
- Wide adjustable stand
- Dock with wired LAN port
- 64GB internal storage
- Enhanced audio
Here are the specifications for the models:
Nintendo Switch Model | OLED | Nintendo Switch | Lite |
---|---|---|---|
Play modes | TV, tabletop, handheld | TV, tabletop, handheld | Handheld |
Compatible games | All Nintendo Switch games | All Nintendo Switch games | Nintendo Switch games that support handheld mode |
Joy-Con controllers | Comes with a set of Joy-Con controllers with HD Rumble, IR Motion Camera | Comes with a set of Joy-Con controllers with HD Rumble, IR Motion Camera | Not included; no HD Rumble, no IR Motion Camera |
Nintendo Switch Dock | Includes a Nintendo Switch dock and HDMI cable. Docking the system allows video output to a TV. Dock also has a built-in wired LAN port. (LAN cable sold separately.) | Includes a Nintendo Switch dock and HDMI cable. Docking the system allows video output to a TV. | Not compatible with Nintendo Switch dock. Does not support output to a TV. Therefore, it does not come with a dock, HDMI cable or kickstand. |
Dimensions | 4” high, 9.5” long, and .55” deep (with Joy-Con attached) | 4” high, 9.4” long, and .55” deep (with Joy-Con attached) | 3.6” high, 8.2” long, and .55” deep |
Weight | Approx. .93lbs with Joy-Con controllers attached | Approx. .88lbs with Joy-Con controllers attached | Approx. .61 lbs |
Screen | 7.0” OLED touch screen | 6.2" LCD touch screen | 5.5" LCD touch screen |
Storage | 64 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB |
Battery life | HEG-001: Approx. 4.5 - 9 hrs | HAC-001(-01): Approx. 4.5 - 9 hrs | HDH-001: Approx. 3 - 7 hrs |