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Nintendo Switch-OLED Model vs Nintendo Switch

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Nintendo Switch-OLED Model

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model

  • 64 GB storage in this version.
  • Approximately 4.5-9 hours depending on use.
  • Weighs about 421.8 g.
  • Video output and refresh rate: TV, tabletop and handheld play modes.
  • Dock: 2 USB 2.0 ports, USB-C AC-adapter port.
KSh 49,000In Stock
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Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch

  • NVIDIA custom Tegra processor.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • 4,310 mAh battery capacity.
  • Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.1.
  • Video output and refresh rate: up to 1080p through HDMI in TV mode.
KSh 39,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Nintendo Switch-OLED Model has more storage (64 GB), while the Nintendo Switch costs KSh 10,000 less.

Storage

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model
64 GB storage in this version
Nintendo Switch
32 GB storage in this version

Battery capacity

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model
Approximately 4.5-9 hours depending on use
Nintendo Switch
4,310 mAh battery

Ethernet

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model
Built-in wired LAN port on the included dock
Nintendo Switch
Wired LAN connection through a compatible adapter, sold separately

Game formats

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model
Nintendo Switch games, individual accessory compatibility exceptions apply
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch game cards

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model

  • More storage: 64 GB (vs 32 GB).

Nintendo Switch

  • Lower price: KSh 39,000 (vs KSh 49,000).

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PriorityNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
Storage64 GB storage32 GB storage
Battery capacityApproximately 4.5-9 hours depending on use4,310 mAh battery
Battery lifeUp to 9 hours per charge4,310 mAh battery
PortsDock: 2 USB 2.0 ports, USB-C AC-adapter port, HDMI port and LAN portUSB-C for charging and docking
Video output and refresh rateTV, tabletop and handheld play modesUp to 1080p through HDMI in TV mode
EthernetBuilt-in wired LAN port on the included dockWired LAN connection through a compatible adapter, sold separately

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
BrandNintendoNintendo
ModelNintendo Switch – OLED Model (HEG-001)Nintendo Switch (6.2-inch LCD family)
Product typeHybrid handheld and TV gaming consoleHybrid handheld and TV gaming console

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
Dimensions4 × 9.5 × 0.55 inches with Joy-Con attached—
WeightApproximately 0.93lb with Joy-Con attached—

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
Processor—NVIDIA custom Tegra processor
Storage expansion—microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC support up to 2TB; microSDXC use requires an internet-connected system update

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
Internal storage64GB internal storage32GB internal storage; a portion is reserved for the system

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
Battery and runtimeApproximately 4.5–9 hours depending on use4310mAh lithium-ion battery; runtime depends on the hardware revision and game

Display & Connectivity

Display & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
Video output and refresh rateTV, tabletop and handheld play modesUp to 1080p through HDMI in TV mode; up to 720p on the built-in display
Integrated display7-inch OLED touch screen6.2-inch capacitive multi-touch LCD; 1280 × 720
PortsDock: 2 USB 2.0 ports, USB-C AC-adapter port, HDMI port and LAN portUSB-C for charging and docking; 3.5mm 4-pole CTIA headphone/microphone jack; Nintendo Switch game-card slot and microSD slot
EthernetBuilt-in wired LAN port on the included dock; LAN cable sold separatelyWired LAN connection through a compatible adapter, sold separately
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth—Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 4.1

Gaming & Power

Gaming & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
Game formatsNintendo Switch games; individual accessory compatibility exceptions applyNintendo Switch game cards
Controller supportDetachable Joy-Con; controllers compatible with Nintendo Switch systems—

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelNintendo Switch
In the boxStandard bundle: console, LAN dock, left and right Joy-Con, 2 wrist straps, Joy-Con grip, AC adapter and HDMI cable—

Similarities

  • Both belong to the Nintendo platform.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both are made by Nintendo.

In summary

For most buyers the Nintendo Switch-OLED Model is the better buy; the Nintendo Switch makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.

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