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Microsoft Xbox Series X vs Nintendo Switch 2

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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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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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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PlayStation 5 ProKSh 131,000
PS5 Slim Digital 30th Anniversary Limited EditionKSh 111,000
PS5 Slim Ghost of Yōtei Black Limited EditionKSh 108,000
Xbox Series X Digital 1TBKSh 98,000
Xbox Series S 512GBKSh 63,000
Xbox Series SKSh 80,000
Nintendo Switch-OLED ModelKSh 49,000
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Our quick verdict

The Xbox Series X gives you Xbox games with Game Pass, while the Nintendo Switch 2 gives you Nintendo games.

Performance

Xbox Series X
Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMT processor
Nintendo Switch 2
Custom NVIDIA processor

Connections

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

Ports

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

Storage expansion

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

Processor

Xbox Series X
Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU
Nintendo Switch 2
Custom NVIDIA processor

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xbox Series X

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

Nintendo Switch 2

  • Nintendo platform: Nintendo games.
  • Lower price: KSh 69,000 (vs KSh 89,000).
  • Newer Wi-Fi 6 (vs Wi-Fi 5).
  • Product type: Hybrid handheld and TV gaming console.

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PriorityXbox Series XNintendo Switch 2
PerformanceCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU 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 rate4K gaming targetUp to 3840 × 2160 at 60fps in TV mode
ProcessorCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPUCustom NVIDIA processor

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XNintendo Switch 2
BrandMicrosoftNintendo
ModelXbox Series XNintendo Switch 2
Product typeHome gaming consoleHybrid handheld and TV gaming console

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XNintendo Switch 2
Dimensions15.1 × 15.1 × 30.1 cmApproximately 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 XNintendo Switch 2
ProcessorCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMTCustom NVIDIA processor
GraphicsCustom AMD RDNA 2 GPU; 52 compute units, 12 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 XNintendo Switch 2
Memory16GB GDDR6; 10GB at 560GB/s and 6GB at 336GB/s—
Internal storage—256GB UFS internal storage; a portion is reserved for the system

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XNintendo 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 XNintendo Switch 2
Video output and refresh rate4K 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 XNintendo Switch 2
Controller supportCompatible Xbox Series X|S and most Xbox One controllers and accessoriesJoy-Con 2 controllers with magnetic attachment, mouse sensors and HD Rumble 2
Game formats—Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch game cards

Similarities

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

In summary

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

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