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Nintendo Switch 2 System

Nintendo's hybrid console with a 7.9-inch 1080p 120Hz screen, two USB-C ports, microSD Express storage and a dock for 4K TV output.

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Nintendo Switch 2 console in its dock with Joy-Con 2 controllers attached, front view
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Ports & connections

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USB-C ports
2x USB-C: bottom port charges the console and connects to the dock; top port connects accessories and/or charges
Video out
TV mode via the dock's HDMI port: up to 3840x2160 at 60fps; 120fps at 1920x1080 or 2560x1440
Charging
Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter and USB-C charging cable included; about 3 hours to charge in Sleep mode
AC adapter (NGN-01)
USB-C PD, 5/9/15/20V at 3A (60W max); needed to power the dock in TV mode. Nintendo says the original Switch AC adapter can charge a Switch 2 but can't power TV mode
Card reader
microSD Express only, up to 2TB

What the specs mean for you

Charger to use

60W

For full-speed charging, use a USB-C Power Delivery charger rated 60W or more and a cable rated for at least 60W. A bigger charger is safe: the device only draws what it needs.

USB ports

2

2x USB-C (bottom: charging and dock connection; top: accessories and charging)

Display output

TV mode via the Ninten

Supports an external display. Check the resolution you need.

Why people pick it

  • Two USB-C ports, so it can charge from the top port while the bottom port is in use
  • Dock with HDMI rated for 4K@60 and 120fps at 1080p/1440p, a wired LAN port and two USB ports
  • microSD Express support for much faster expansion storage
  • Dock, AC adapter, HDMI cable and USB-C cable all included

Know before you buy

  • Only microSD Express cards work for game storage; standard microSD cards aren't supported
  • TV output is designed around Nintendo's dock; many third-party USB-C docks and handheld docks don't output video from a Switch 2
  • The dock's USB ports are USB 2.0

Full specifications

USB-C ports2x USB-C: bottom port charges the console and connects to the dock; top port connects accessories and/or charges
Video outTV mode via the dock's HDMI port: up to 3840x2160 at 60fps; 120fps at 1920x1080 or 2560x1440
ChargingNintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter and USB-C charging cable included; about 3 hours to charge in Sleep mode
AC adapter (NGN-01)USB-C PD, 5/9/15/20V at 3A (60W max); needed to power the dock in TV mode. Nintendo says the original Switch AC adapter can charge a Switch 2 but can't power TV mode
Card readermicroSD Express only, up to 2TB
Display7.9-inch 1920x1080 LCD, HDR, VRR up to 120Hz
Storage256GB (UFS)
Battery5220mAh lithium-ion; about 2-6.5 hours
Dock ports2x USB 2.0 (side), HDMI, LAN, AC adapter port, system connector
In the boxConsole, Joy-Con 2 (L) and (R), dock, AC adapter, USB-C charging cable, Joy-Con 2 grip, two straps, Ultra High Speed HDMI cable
WeightAbout 0.88 lb (1.18 lb with Joy-Con 2 attached)

From manufacturer documentation, checked October 18, 2026. Spotted an error? Tell us.

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