Nintendo has finally announced its new version of Nintendo Switch , and to begin with, it must be clarified that it is still called Nintendo Switch, without any additional tagline, so this should guide us from now on what we are going to find in this new one. generation. Do you want to know? Well, keep reading and we’ll tell you about it.
A Nintendo Switch with OLED screen
Completely by surprise, without any Nintendo Direct involved and with a fleeting and sudden press release, Nintendo has just announced the launch of the new Nintendo Switch with OLED screen , a version with a 7-inch panel (1280 × 720 pixels). resolution) that will attract attention due to the incorporation of the highly anticipated OLED panel that will allow you to enjoy a higher image quality compared to the current generation.
The new console will arrive on October 8 and its price will be 349 euros , and from what we can see with this quick presentation is that it will not offer great changes compared to the current generation, beyond a better quality screen and a system of improved sound.
Finer frames
The first thing that should call our attention is that the frames have been significantly reduced to give maximum prominence to the screen, managing to offer more inches, better image quality and a more striking aesthetic thanks to those reduced bezels. This means that on the outside we will be facing a console of similar dimensions than the original, with the exception of enjoying a larger screen with which to enjoy the games.
The appearance of a lighting sensor in the upper part of the frame is striking. We assume that this sensor will automatically adjust the brightness of the screen if we want to, especially when we are outdoors or play at night.
The support you wanted
In addition, the famous kickstand that we already found in the current Switch has been replaced by a stand similar to that of Microsoft’s Surface, a platform that will apparently offer greater robustness and a much better finished appearance than the removable piece that many have ended up losing. over time.
Finally, ethernet connection
Another change is found in the charging base, since although this base will continue to be similar (although with more rounded edges), an integrated Ethernet port is now included with which to enjoy the best internet connection to properly play games. multiplayer games.
And more memory
And finally, the last notable change will be in the storage capacity, since now the console will have 64 GB of internal storage instead of the 32 GB of before. It is a capacity that still seems scarce to us, but with which we can at least continue installing more games. Of course, we will continue to be able to connect a microSD card to expand said memory.
Without 4K
The important detail that we would like to highlight is that this new Nintendo Switch completely forgets 4K resolution, so we are talking about a new console that will not take advantage of the resolution of current Smart TVs. This is a very important detail that possibly many users value in the purchase, since with the price of 349 euros it is probably a feature that many would like to receive.
Technical characteristics
| Size | 102mm x 242mm x 13.9mm (with Joy-Con attached) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 320g (420g with Joy-cons) |
| Screen | 7-inch OLED / capacitive touchscreen / 1,280×720 pixel resolution |
| CPU / GPU | NVIDIA Tegra |
| Internal memory | 64 GB |
| Connectivity | WiFi IEEE 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac) / Bluetooth 4.1. Ethernet in TV mode |
| Video output | Maximum resolution: 1920×1080, 60fps
720p (in laptop and desktop mode) |
| Audio output | Linear PCM 5.1 (via HDMI) |
| Speakers | Stereo |
| USB | USB-C for charging and communication |
| External memory | Gaming cards and microSD card slot |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyroscope and brightness sensor |
| Drums | 4310mAh Autonomy from 4.5 to 9 hours depending on use |
When can I buy it?
The new Nintendo Switch (OLED model) will go on sale on October 8, 2021 , and will be available in two different colors: white and blue / neon red. We hope to have a review unit to bring you all our impressions about this new model that looks quite good for the new screen, but that has left a somewhat bitter taste in the mouth considering the generational departure that many expected to receive.
And is that internally, in principle we have the same processor as the current version, so there will be no generational leap in that regard. The good news is that the Joy-Cons are perfectly compatible between versions, so you can continue to use your old collection on the new console.