Performance
- Nintendo Switch
- NVIDIA custom Tegra processor
- Xbox Series X
- Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMT processor
Console comparison
Nintendo Switch vs Microsoft Xbox Series X
Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.
01Selected  Nintendo Switch
KSh 39,000In Stock | 02  Xbox Series X
KSh 89,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Xbox Series X gives you Xbox games with Game Pass and has 4K video output, while the Nintendo Switch gives you Nintendo games.
Connections
- Nintendo Switch
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.1
- Xbox Series X
- Wi-Fi 5
Ports
- Nintendo Switch
- USB-C for charging
- Xbox Series X
- One HDMI 2.1 port
Storage expansion
- Nintendo Switch
- MicroSD, microSDHC and microSDXC support up to 2TB
- Xbox Series X
- Compatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards
Processor
- Nintendo Switch
- NVIDIA custom Tegra processor
- Xbox Series X
- Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Nintendo Switch
- Nintendo platform: Nintendo games.
- Lower price: KSh 39,000 (vs KSh 89,000).
- Product type: Hybrid handheld and TV gaming console.
Xbox Series X
- Xbox platform: Xbox games with Game Pass.
- Higher video output resolution: 4K (vs 1080p).
- Product type: Home gaming console.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Nintendo Switch | Xbox Series X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | NVIDIA custom Tegra processor | Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU processor |
| Connections | Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.1 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ports | USB-C for charging and docking | One HDMI 2.1 port |
| Storage expansion | microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC support up to 2TB | Compatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards |
| Video output and refresh rate | Up to 1080p through HDMI in TV mode | 4K gaming target |
| Processor | NVIDIA custom Tegra processor | Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU |
| Product type | Hybrid handheld and TV gaming console | Home gaming console |
| Ethernet | Wired LAN connection through a compatible adapter, sold separately | 10/100/1000 Ethernet |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both support Wi-Fi 5.
In summary
Get the Xbox Series X if you want Xbox games with Game Pass and 4K video output, or the Nintendo Switch if you would rather have Nintendo games.
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