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Nintendo Switch 2 vs Xbox Series S

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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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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Xbox Series S 512GB

Xbox Series S 512GB

  • 8-core custom Zen 2 processor.
  • 10 GB RAM in this version.
  • 512 GB storage in this version.
  • Wi-Fi 5.
  • Weighs 1.93 kg.
KSh 63,000In Stock
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Nintendo Switch LiteKSh 29,500
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 XKSh 89,000
Xbox Series SKSh 80,000
Nintendo Switch-OLED ModelKSh 49,000
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Our quick verdict

The Xbox Series S gives you Xbox games with Game Pass and has more storage (512 GB), while the Nintendo Switch 2 gives you Nintendo games and is lighter (about 399.2 g).

Performance

Nintendo Switch 2
Custom NVIDIA processor
Xbox Series S
8-core custom Zen 2 processor

Storage

Nintendo Switch 2
256 GB storage in this version
Xbox Series S
512 GB storage in this version

Connections

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

Ports

Nintendo Switch 2
1 output port
Xbox Series S
HDMI 2.1

Weight

Nintendo Switch 2
About 399.2 g
Xbox Series S
1.93 kg

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Nintendo Switch 2

  • Nintendo platform: Nintendo games.
  • Lighter: about 399.2 g (vs 1.93 kg).
  • Newer Wi-Fi 6 (vs Wi-Fi 5).

Xbox Series S

  • Xbox platform: Xbox games with Game Pass.
  • More storage: 512 GB (vs 256 GB).
  • Lower price: KSh 63,000 (vs KSh 69,000).

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PriorityNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S
PerformanceCustom NVIDIA processor8-core custom Zen 2 processor
Storage256 GB storage512 GB storage
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 5
Ports1 output portHDMI 2.1
WeightAbout 399.2 g1.93 kg
Video output and refresh rateUp to 3840 × 2160 at 60fps in TV mode1440p gaming

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S 512GB
BrandNintendo—
ModelNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S 512GB
Product typeHybrid handheld and TV gaming consoleAll-digital home gaming console

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S 512GB
DimensionsApproximately 4.5 × 10.7 × 0.55 inches with Joy-Con 2 attached; maximum thickness around controls is 1.2 inches6.5 × 15.1 × 27.5cm
WeightApproximately 0.88 lb for console, or 1.18 lb with Joy-Con 2 attached4.25lb

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S 512GB
ProcessorCustom NVIDIA processor8-core custom Zen 2
Storage expansionmicroSD Express cards up to 2TB for storage expansion; ordinary microSD cards can only copy screenshots/videos from Nintendo SwitchXbox Series X|S storage expansion cards; supported USB 3.1 external HDD
Graphics—Custom RDNA 2; 4 TFLOPS, 20 compute units at 1.565GHz

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S 512GB
Internal storage256GB UFS internal storage; a portion is reserved for the system512GB custom NVMe SSD
Memory—10GB GDDR6; 128-bit bus

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S 512GB
Battery and runtime5220mAh 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
SpecificationNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S 512GB
Video output and refresh rateUp to 3840 × 2160 at 60fps in TV mode, or up to 120fps at 1920 × 1080 / 2560 × 1440; game and display compatibility apply1440p gaming; up to 120fps with compatible game and display; HDMI variable refresh rate, ALLM and AMD FreeSync
HDR supportHDR10 with compatible content and displays—
Integrated display7.9-inch capacitive-touch LCD; 1920 × 1080; HDR10; variable refresh rate up to 120Hz—
PortsTwo USB-C ports: bottom for charging/dock and top for accessories/charging; 3.5mm CTIA audio jack; game-card and microSD Express slotsHDMI 2.1; 3 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports; Ethernet
Wi-Fi and BluetoothWi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth; manufacturer does not specify a Bluetooth versionDual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi; dedicated Xbox Wireless accessory radio
EthernetWired LAN through the Nintendo Switch 2 dock10/100/1000 Ethernet

Gaming & Power

Gaming & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch 2Xbox Series S 512GB
Game formatsNintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch game cardsDigital games; no optical disc drive
Controller supportJoy-Con 2 controllers with magnetic attachment, mouse sensors and HD Rumble 2Xbox Wireless controllers; compatible Xbox One gaming accessories

Similarities

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

In summary

Get the Xbox Series S if you want Xbox games with Game Pass and more storage, or the Nintendo Switch 2 if you would rather have Nintendo games and a lighter build.

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In-stock alternatives

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