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Nintendo Switch-OLED Model vs Microsoft Xbox Series X

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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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Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X

  • Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMT processor.
  • Up to 16 GB RAM.
  • Wi-Fi 5.
  • Compatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards.
  • Video output and refresh rate: 4K gaming target.
KSh 89,000In Stock
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Xbox Series SKSh 80,000
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Nintendo Switch 2KSh 69,000
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Xbox Series X Digital 1TBKSh 98,000
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Our quick verdict

The Nintendo Switch-OLED Model gives you Nintendo games, while the Xbox Series X gives you Xbox games with Game Pass.

Product type

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model
Hybrid handheld and TV gaming console
Xbox Series X
Home gaming console

Ethernet

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model
Built-in wired LAN port on the included dock
Xbox Series X
10/100/1000 Ethernet

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Nintendo Switch-OLED Model

  • Nintendo platform: Nintendo games.
  • Lower price: KSh 49,000 (vs KSh 89,000).
  • Product type: Hybrid handheld and TV gaming console.

Xbox Series X

  • Xbox platform: Xbox games with Game Pass.
  • Product type: Home gaming console.

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PriorityNintendo Switch-OLED ModelXbox Series X
PortsDock: 2 USB 2.0 ports, USB-C AC-adapter port, HDMI port and LAN portOne HDMI 2.1 port
Video output and refresh rateTV, tabletop and handheld play modes4K gaming target
Product typeHybrid handheld and TV gaming consoleHome gaming console
EthernetBuilt-in wired LAN port on the included dock10/100/1000 Ethernet

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelXbox Series X
BrandNintendoMicrosoft
ModelNintendo Switch – OLED Model (HEG-001)Xbox Series X
Product typeHybrid handheld and TV gaming consoleHome gaming console

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelXbox Series X
Dimensions4 × 9.5 × 0.55 inches with Joy-Con attached15.1 × 15.1 × 30.1 cm
WeightApproximately 0.93lb with Joy-Con attached—

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelXbox Series X
Processor—Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMT
Graphics—Custom AMD RDNA 2 GPU; 52 compute units, 12 TFLOPS
Storage expansion—Compatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards; USB 3.1 external HDD support; accessories sold separately

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelXbox Series X
Internal storage64GB internal storage—
Memory—16GB GDDR6; 10GB at 560GB/s and 6GB at 336GB/s

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelXbox Series X
Battery and runtimeApproximately 4.5–9 hours depending on use—

Display & Connectivity

Display & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelXbox Series X
Video output and refresh rateTV, tabletop and handheld play modes4K gaming target; up to 120fps in supported games on compatible displays; HDMI VRR, Auto Low Latency Mode and AMD FreeSync
Integrated display7-inch OLED touch screen—
PortsDock: 2 USB 2.0 ports, USB-C AC-adapter port, HDMI port and LAN portOne HDMI 2.1 port; three USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
EthernetBuilt-in wired LAN port on the included dock; LAN cable sold separately10/100/1000 Ethernet
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth—Dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac; dedicated Xbox Wireless accessory radio

Gaming & Power

Gaming & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch-OLED ModelXbox Series X
Game formatsNintendo Switch games; individual accessory compatibility exceptions apply—
Controller supportDetachable Joy-Con; controllers compatible with Nintendo Switch systemsCompatible Xbox Series X|S and most Xbox One controllers and accessories

Design & Package

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

In summary

Get the Nintendo Switch-OLED Model if you want Nintendo games, or the Xbox Series X if you would rather have Xbox games with Game Pass.

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