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PlayStation 5 Slim Disk vs Nintendo Switch 2

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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PlayStation 5 Slim Disk

PlayStation 5 Slim Disk

  • AMD Zen 2; 8 cores / 16 threads processor.
  • 16 GB RAM in this version.
  • 1,024 GB storage in this version.
  • Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1.
  • 4K output.
KSh 90,000In Stock
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Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo Switch 2

  • Custom NVIDIA processor.
  • 256 GB storage in this version.
  • 5,220 mAh battery.
  • Wi-Fi 6.
  • Weighs about 399.2 g.
KSh 69,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The PlayStation 5 Slim Disk gives you PlayStation games with PlayStation Plus and has more storage (1 TB), while the Nintendo Switch 2 gives you Nintendo games.

Performance

PlayStation 5 Slim Disk
AMD Zen 2; 8 cores / 16 threads processor
Nintendo Switch 2
Custom NVIDIA processor

Storage

PlayStation 5 Slim Disk
1,024 GB storage in this version
Nintendo Switch 2
256 GB storage in this version

Connections

PlayStation 5 Slim Disk
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
Nintendo Switch 2
Wi-Fi 6

Processor

PlayStation 5 Slim Disk
AMD Zen 2, 8 cores / 16 threads
Nintendo Switch 2
Custom NVIDIA processor

Product type

PlayStation 5 Slim Disk
Home gaming console with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive
Nintendo Switch 2
Hybrid handheld and TV gaming console

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

PlayStation 5 Slim Disk

  • PlayStation platform: PlayStation games with PlayStation Plus.
  • More storage: 1 TB (vs 256 GB).
  • Product type: Home gaming console.

Nintendo Switch 2

  • Nintendo platform: Nintendo games.
  • Product type: Hybrid handheld and TV gaming console.

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PriorityPlayStation 5 Slim DiskNintendo Switch 2
PerformanceAMD Zen 2 processorCustom NVIDIA processor
Storage1 TB storage256 GB storage
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1Wi-Fi 6
PortsFront: 2 USB-C (one Hi-Speed USB, one 10Gbps). Rear: 2 USB-A, 10Gbps1 output port
Video output and refresh rate4K outputUp to 3840 × 2160 at 60fps in TV mode
ProcessorAMD Zen 2, 8 cores / 16 threadsCustom NVIDIA processor

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationPlayStation 5 Slim DiskNintendo Switch 2
Brand—Nintendo
ModelPlayStation 5 Slim with disc driveNintendo Switch 2
Product typeHome gaming console with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc driveHybrid handheld and TV gaming console

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationPlayStation 5 Slim DiskNintendo Switch 2
Dimensions—Approximately 4.5 × 10.7 × 0.55 inches with Joy-Con 2 attached; maximum thickness around controls is 1.2 inches
Weight—Approximately 0.88 lb for console, or 1.18 lb with Joy-Con 2 attached

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationPlayStation 5 Slim DiskNintendo Switch 2
ProcessorAMD Zen 2; 8 cores / 16 threadsCustom NVIDIA processor
GraphicsAMD RDNA-based graphics—
Storage expansionCompatible M.2 NVMe SSD expansion slot; supported USB extended storagemicroSD Express cards up to 2TB for storage expansion; ordinary microSD cards can only copy screenshots/videos from Nintendo Switch

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationPlayStation 5 Slim DiskNintendo Switch 2
Memory16GB GDDR6—
Internal storage1TB SSD256GB UFS internal storage; a portion is reserved for the system

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationPlayStation 5 Slim DiskNintendo Switch 2
Battery and runtime—5220mAh lithium-ion; manufacturer estimate of 2–6.5 hours depending on game; approximately three hours to charge in Sleep mode

Display & Connectivity

Display & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationPlayStation 5 Slim DiskNintendo Switch 2
Video output and refresh rate4K output; up to 120Hz with compatible game and display; HDMI 2.1 featuresUp to 3840 × 2160 at 60fps in TV mode, or up to 120fps at 1920 × 1080 / 2560 × 1440; game and display compatibility apply
HDR supportHDR; compatible game and display requiredHDR10 with compatible content and displays
PortsFront: 2 USB-C (one Hi-Speed USB, one 10Gbps). Rear: 2 USB-A, 10Gbps; HDMI output; Ethernet; M.2 expansion slotTwo USB-C ports: bottom for charging/dock and top for accessories/charging; 3.5mm CTIA audio jack; game-card and microSD Express slots
Wi-Fi and BluetoothWi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax; Bluetooth 5.1Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth; manufacturer does not specify a Bluetooth version
Ethernet10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-TWired LAN through the Nintendo Switch 2 dock
Integrated display—7.9-inch capacitive-touch LCD; 1920 × 1080; HDR10; variable refresh rate up to 120Hz

Gaming & Power

Gaming & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationPlayStation 5 Slim DiskNintendo Switch 2
Game formatsPS5 Ultra HD Blu-ray game discs and digital downloads; compatible PS4 Blu-ray game discsNintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch game cards
Controller supportDualSense wireless controllerJoy-Con 2 controllers with magnetic attachment, mouse sensors and HD Rumble 2
Backward compatibilityCompatible PS4 games; game-specific exceptions apply—

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 6.
  • Both charge over USB-C.

In summary

Get the PlayStation 5 Slim Disk if you want PlayStation games with PlayStation Plus and more storage, or the Nintendo Switch 2 if you would rather have Nintendo games.

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