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Microsoft Xbox Series S vs Nintendo Switch 2

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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Xbox Series S

Xbox Series S

  • Custom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores processor.
  • Up to 56 GB RAM.
  • Wi-Fi 5.
  • Compatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards.
  • Video output and refresh rate: 1440p gaming target.
KSh 80,000Out of 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 Xbox Series S gives you Xbox games with Game Pass, while the Nintendo Switch 2 gives you Nintendo games.

Performance

Xbox Series S
Custom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores processor
Nintendo Switch 2
Custom NVIDIA processor

Connections

Xbox Series S
Wi-Fi 5
Nintendo Switch 2
Wi-Fi 6

Ports

Xbox Series S
One HDMI 2.1 port
Nintendo Switch 2
1 output port

Storage expansion

Xbox Series S
Compatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards
Nintendo Switch 2
MicroSD Express cards up to 2TB for storage expansion

Processor

Xbox Series S
Custom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores
Nintendo Switch 2
Custom NVIDIA processor

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xbox Series S

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

Nintendo Switch 2

  • Nintendo platform: Nintendo games.
  • Newer Wi-Fi 6 (vs Wi-Fi 5).
  • Product type: Hybrid handheld and TV gaming console.

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PriorityXbox Series SNintendo Switch 2
PerformanceCustom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores processorCustom NVIDIA processor
ConnectionsWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 6
PortsOne HDMI 2.1 port1 output port
Storage expansionCompatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cardsmicroSD Express cards up to 2TB for storage expansion
Video output and refresh rate1440p gaming targetUp to 3840 × 2160 at 60fps in TV mode
ProcessorCustom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight coresCustom NVIDIA processor

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SNintendo Switch 2
BrandMicrosoftNintendo
ModelXbox Series SNintendo Switch 2
Product typeDigital home gaming consoleHybrid handheld and TV gaming console

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SNintendo 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
SpecificationXbox Series SNintendo Switch 2
ProcessorCustom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight coresCustom NVIDIA processor
GraphicsCustom AMD RDNA 2 GPU; 20 compute units, 4 TFLOPS—
Storage expansionCompatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards; USB 3.1 external HDD support; accessories sold separatelymicroSD 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
SpecificationXbox Series SNintendo Switch 2
Memory10GB GDDR6; 8GB at 224GB/s and 2GB at 56GB/s—
Internal storage—256GB UFS internal storage; a portion is reserved for the system

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SNintendo 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
SpecificationXbox Series SNintendo Switch 2
Video output and refresh rate1440p gaming target; up to 120fps in supported games on compatible displays; HDMI VRR, Auto Low Latency Mode and AMD FreeSyncUp to 3840 × 2160 at 60fps in TV mode, or up to 120fps at 1920 × 1080 / 2560 × 1440; game and display compatibility apply
PortsOne HDMI 2.1 port; three USB 3.1 Gen 1 portsTwo 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 BluetoothDual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac; dedicated Xbox Wireless accessory radioWi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth; manufacturer does not specify a Bluetooth version
Ethernet10/100/1000 EthernetWired LAN through the Nintendo Switch 2 dock
HDR support—HDR10 with compatible content and displays
Integrated display—7.9-inch capacitive-touch LCD; 1920 × 1080; HDR10; variable refresh rate up to 120Hz

Gaming & Power

Gaming & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SNintendo Switch 2
Game formatsDigital games; physical game discs are not supportedNintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch game cards
Controller supportCompatible with most Xbox One controllers and gaming accessoriesJoy-Con 2 controllers with magnetic attachment, mouse sensors and HD Rumble 2
Backward compatibilityCompatible digital games from the Xbox backward-compatibility catalogue; support is title-specific—

Similarities

  • Both use 120fps (video output and refresh rate).

In summary

Get the Xbox Series S if you want Xbox games with Game Pass, or the Nintendo Switch 2 if you would rather have Nintendo games.

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