Name: Switch Lite
Brand: Nintendo
SKU: 298491
Rating: 4.0 (54 reviews)

4.1

based on all reviews

visuals
control methods and performance living
pairing Joy-Cons to Nintendo Switch Lite is pretty easy

its hinge which was prone to cracking
lack of a kickstand makes this a very inconvenient solution
a deal-breaker

Wifi: yes
Internal storage: 32 GB
Accelerometer: yes
Display type: LCD
Screen size: 5.5 in
Built-in camera: no

Nintendo Switch Lite - Pros & Cons

visuals
control methods and performance living
pairing Joy-Cons to Nintendo Switch Lite is pretty easy
lighter
more nimble and easier to play just about anywhere
The design is more comfortable for portable gaming than the Switch
Improved battery life and a more comfortable design
ZL and ZR triggers feel perfect and help cement that snug fit
it feels more comfortable as a handheld device
comfortable
lighter and overall better-looking handheld device
is robust
attractive and easy to
Switch Lite is much more compact and lighter than its predecessor
simple
purpose-built
attractive-looking games machine
a crisper display and more solid design
clear
strong blacks and great contrast
and good color reproduction
feels cleaner and even more polished than its predecessors
fast
consistent
and reasonably priced
The gray and yellow are also quite nice in different ways
it s solid
D-pad looks better
too
sharp
bright and beautiful
Lite's 3-7 hours feels fine
The more compact size is also great
It feels lighter because it is lighter
feels sturdier and better than the original Switch
works well
is compact and fine and fun
The screen is nice and bright
attractive price point
increased battery life
It comes in beautiful colors and just feels good to hold in your hands
more sturdy and a better weight overall
plastic is smooth and untextured
Matte-textured exterior feels great
new ways of thinking
new connections
and new industries
easy to do in settings

its hinge which was prone to cracking
lack of a kickstand makes this a very inconvenient solution
a deal-breaker
and only surfaces in a handful of games
lack of kickstand makes the Lite a far more solitary experience
lack of an aggressive bezel helps
Nintendo s end-user license agreement
the Switch Lite that are demonstrably worse than its predecessor
lack of detachable controllers would mean Bluetooth headphone support
no division between console games and portable games
for missing a jump
not the controls
the Lite does not have a kickstand built in
Lite's screen does not feel too small
Terrible content restrictions and missing creature comforts
have a lot more opponents in online matches come this holiday
the missing docking feature is disappointing
Switch Lite undercuts the larger Switch by a cool hundred bucks
Nintendo Switch Lite is hard to resist Nintendo Switch
Nintendo 3DS has slowly disappeared from the picture
problematic controllers can be swapped out
cause that same data to disappear on the original console
owning mostly physical game cards
The Switch Lite only offers 32GB of memory
Audio is somewhat suspect on the Switch Lite
tiny Control Pad to be disappointing
the Switch Lite is only designed to play Switch games that
struggled to move Sub-Zero around as precisely as
it may be a bit too small for bigger hands
lowers Switch sales forecasts
missing features also highlight the brilliance of the original design
there is nothing close to the Switch Lite
handheld-only model
Switch Lite does not come with HD Rumble or an IR Motion Camera
it can sometimes be difficult to read small in-game writing on a smaller screen
L and R buttons are thinner than on the original Switch
It is not simply a smaller Switch model
they can be cramped or hard to hold for extended periods of time
Nintendo will sell you only four of its replica Super Nintendo controllers per Switch Online subscription
neither Joy-Con controllers nor a kickstand
the bezel around the screen is much smaller
It gets off to a terribly slow start
built-in controllers is listed as a feature on a gaming console
The button s usefulness on standard Switch titles is a lot more limited
The battery
too
is smaller
device s convertible form factor a bit of a nuisance
Chrissy Teigen is a fan
Nintendo Switch
email and try again
isn t nearly as pressing on hardware that stays in one place
Switch s lack of Bluetooth support for wireless headphones is still annoying
Many Switch games are still designed with a TV or PC in mind
HDMI output is not available
Screen photography can be a little tricky
lacklustre WiFi
the USB-C port lacks docking support
latency timings on the RAM may be tighter
The system also lacks the HD Rumble feature of the Joy-Cons
The Switch Lite is still relatively large by handheld electronics standards
It symobilizes a website link url
Twitter icon A stylized bird with an open mouth
dainty little gaming system
wasn't super noticeable or distracting
their Switch Lite units suffer from drift-itis
There are no mobile versions of Switch games
Switch Lite cannot dock to a TV or output video
No motion controls out of the box
too-fiddly game card slot and
lack of Bluetooth headphones support is as head-in-hands annoying
USB-C charging port and a MicroSD card slot
noticeably less of a presence in a backpack
no longer having the option to play on the TV is a loss

Nintendo - Video Reviews (9)

Nintendo Switch Lite: Honest Review Several Months Later

Nintendo Switch Lite - Full Specifications

CPU clock speed	768.0 MHz

Built-in camera	no

Colour of product	Grey Turquoise Yellow
Gaming control technology	Analogue / Digital
Gaming control function keys	D-pad Home
Analog thumbsticks	yes
Shoulder buttons	yes
Volume control	Buttons

Number of built-in speakers	2

WiFi	yes
Wireless networking standard	802.11a 802.11b 802.11g 802.11n 802.11ac
USB	yes
USB connector type	USB Type-C
Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth version	4.1
Headphone connectivity	3.5 mm
Headphone output	1

Display type	LCD
Screen size	5.5 in
Aspect ratio	16:9
Screen resolution	1280 x 720 px
Touch display	yes
Touchscreen type	Capacitive
Second display	no

Height	3.59 in
Width	8.19 in
Depth	0.55 in
Weight	9.7 oz

Internal storage	32 GB
Memory card reader	yes
Compatible memory cards	microSD microSDHC microSDXC SDIO
Maximum memory card size	2000.0 GB
Built-in optical drive	no

Motion sensor	yes
Gyroscope	yes
Accelerometer	yes
Video game included	no

Battery type	Lithium-Ion
Battery capacity	3750.0 mAh
Charging time	3.0 h

Nintendo Switch Lite - Q&A (29)

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terence_rodriguez
about 2 years ago
Is Nintendo Switch Lite worth it?
delbert_christiansen
about 2 years ago
Yes, if you do not care for connecting the Switch to a TV or enjoying the more robust local multiplayer features of the Switch, then the Switch Lite is your console of choice since it is almost $100 cheaper.
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walton
about 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite come with games?
ed.schuppe
about 2 years ago
No, the Switch Lite does not come with any preloaded games.
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lyman.batz
over 2 years ago
Is Nintendo Switch Lite hacked?
young_bradtke
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Switch Lite can be hacked.
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hyacinth_reilly
over 2 years ago
Can Nintendo Switch Lite play Pokemon Sword and Shield?
coleman.langworth
about 2 years ago
Yes, Pokemon Sword and Shield is available on the Nintendo Switch Lite.
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belen_nolan
over 2 years ago
Can Nintendo Switch Lite use Bluetooth headphones?
spencer_crona
about 2 years ago
Yes, you can easily connect your Bluetooth Headphones to the Nintendo Switch Lite.
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arlie.labadie
over 2 years ago
Can Nintendo Switch Lite play on tv?
Brent
almost 2 years ago
The Nintendo Switch Lite is a handheld-only device and does not include the internal hardware necessary for it to connect to TVs.
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elidia
about 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite have Bluetooth?
leota
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Switch Lite supports Bluetooth.
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marcelino
over 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite come with a charger?
carli
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Nintendo Switch Lite comes with a charger included in its box.
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joan
over 2 years ago
How long should Nintendo Switch Lite battery last?
britany.batz
about 2 years ago
The battery of the Nintendo Switch Lite lasts from around 3 to 7 hours, depending on its usage.
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karly.heidenreich
over 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite come with games?
reed
about 2 years ago
No, the Switch Lite does not come with any pre-loaded games.
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seth.auer
over 2 years ago
How often should I charge my Nintendo Switch Lite?
pamala
about 2 years ago
If you do not intend to use the Switch Lite for an extended period of time, you should at least charge it once every six months.
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marion_parisian
about 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite need a memory card?
natividad.collier
about 2 years ago
No, the Switch Lite comes with 32GB of built-in storage. You only need a memory card if you intend to keep a lot of games in your system.
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dewayne_russel
about 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite come with SD card?
conrad
about 2 years ago
No, the Switch Lite does not come with an SD card, but it already has 32 GB of built-in memory.
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katina.steuber
over 2 years ago
Can Nintendo Switch Lite play with Nintendo Switch?
kasha_langworth
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Switch and Switch Lite can play together in multiplayer games.
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terese
over 2 years ago
Is Nintendo Switch Lite multiplayer?
lyman.batz
about 2 years ago
Yes, two people can play on the same console or multiple Switch Lites can be used to play a single game.
Helpful?
0
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maryland_smith
over 2 years ago
Should I charge my Nintendo Switch Lite before first use?
jeramy_stanton
about 2 years ago
Yes, you should at least wait 15-30 minutes before starting on your Nintendo Switch Lite, but it is ideal to wait for the console to fully charge first.
Helpful?
0
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leota
over 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite take cartridges?
roselee.wolf
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Switch Lite can take the same cartridges as the original Nintendo Switch.
Helpful?
0
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denver
over 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite have drift?
leo.leannon
about 2 years ago
Yes, unfortunately, Nintendo Switch Lite does have drift in its Joy-Con controllers.
Helpful?
0
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sheree.leuschke
over 2 years ago
Can Nintendo Switch Lite play Fortnite?
terrence
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Switch Lite can Fortnite.
Helpful?
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josiah
over 2 years ago
Can Nintendo Switch Lite play all Switch games?
rudolph
about 2 years ago
Technically yes, the Switch Lite can play all Switch games but some games may require additional Joy-Con controllers for multiplayer capability.
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0
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lyn.hagenes
about 2 years ago
Can Nintendo Switch Lite play online?
lesley.hodkiewicz
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Switch Lite has all the online gaming features that are present in the original Nintendo Switch.
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leota
about 2 years ago
Can Nintendo Switch lite be used as a controller?
adolph.marks
about 2 years ago
No, the Switch Lite cannot be used as a controller for PC or any other console.
Helpful?
0
Votes
terese
over 2 years ago
How long should I charge my Nintendo Switch Lite for the first time?
carylon_prosacco
about 2 years ago
When powering on your Nintendo Switch Lite for the first time, let it charge for at least 15-30 minutes.
Helpful?
0
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fredric.predovic
over 2 years ago
Does the Nintendo Switch Lite connect to TV?
season
about 2 years ago
No, the Nintendo Switch Lite is not made to connect with a TC.
Helpful?
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eliseo
over 2 years ago
What should I do if my Nintendo Switch Lite won't turn on?
mary_koch
about 2 years ago
First, check if there is charging in your device. If this does not work, perform a hard reset by pressing the power button (located on the top left) for around 20 seconds. Then press the power button again to turn it on.
Helpful?
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glenn_mohr
over 2 years ago
What is the difference between the Nintendo Switch and Lite?
adrienne
about 2 years ago
The major difference is that the Switch can be connected to the TV, but the Switch Lite cannot be connected to the TV.
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hong
over 2 years ago
Are Nintendo Switch games compatible with Nintendo Switch Lite?
wanda.heller
about 2 years ago
Yes, all Switch games can be played on the Switch Lite. However, some functions may not be available due to hardware limitations.
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gregg.heathcote
over 2 years ago
Is Nintendo Switch Lite touch screen?
cinderella_kuhlman
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch Lite both have touchscreens for games or navigating menus.
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luciano_schumm
over 2 years ago
Does Nintendo Switch Lite have Bluetooth?
anika.nitzsche
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Nintendo Switch Lite supports Bluetooth, which means you can connect your wireless headphones easily.
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Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo - Editorial Reviews (17)

4.2

Based on 17 reviews

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite review: A great handheld, without the Switch part

CNET

Published: 06.06.2020

Nintendo Switch Lite review: A great handheld, without the Switch part

Nintendo's lower-cost Switch is great, as long as you don't need to connect to a TV or expect to play with friends at home.

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite Review

PCMAG

Published: 23.09.2019

Nintendo Switch Lite Review

4.0

The Nintendo Switch Lite is a slimmer, less expensive version of the standard Switch and one of the best handheld game systems to date.

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite review: a triumphant return to dedicated handhelds

The Verge

Published: 19.09.2019

Nintendo Switch Lite review: a triumphant return to dedicated handhelds

4.0

It doesn’t switch, but that won’t matter for everyone.

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite review: a small console, a big change

Polygon

Published: 19.09.2019

Nintendo Switch Lite review: a small console, a big change

Nintendo finally has a single product line, with two options

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite review | Stuff

stuff.tv/my/

Nintendo Switch Lite review | Stuff

Feeling blue (but in a good way) - The Switch Lite is a full-time handheld and the true successor to the 3DS - is it worth it?

Nintendo Switch Lite Review: Nintendo Switch Lite

Destructoid

Published: 28.09.2019

Review: Nintendo Switch Lite

The list of excuses to not get a Switch is dwindling Nintendo is the crown prince of hardware iterations. While...

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite Review: A Love Letter to Handheld Gamers

WIRED

Published: 25.09.2019

Nintendo Switch Lite Review: A Love Letter to Handheld Gamers

4.0

Cheaper, lighter, and a whole lot cuter, the Switch Lite is both a follow-up and a spin-off of Nintendo's famous console.

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite

Trusted Reviews

Published: 10.11.2019

Nintendo Switch Lite

4.0

If you're yet to buy a Switch and are purely interested in portable play without the need for local multiplayer, the Nintendo Switch Lite is a no brainer.

Nintendo Switch Lite The cheaper more affordable Switch Lite is better than I had imagined

iMore

Published: 24.11.2019

The cheaper more affordable Switch Lite is better than I had imagined

4.5

The Nintendo Switch Lite is a delight to play with. It's $100 cheaper than the original Switch, feels much better in your hands, and comes in three gorgeous colors. It's really a great option for anyone who wants a portable gaming system.

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite review: handheld gaming that's difficult to resist

Eurogamer.net

Published: 22.09.2019

Nintendo Switch Lite review: handheld gaming that's difficult to resist

Who would have believed it? The Switch that cannot actually switch is an absolute triumph - a pared back rendition of t…

Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch Lite review – a no-frills handheld with plenty of fun

the Guardian

Published: 25.09.2019

Nintendo Switch Lite review – a no-frills handheld with plenty of fun

Nintendo’s stripped-down version does away with the TV output in favour of pure portability – but the company’s formidable games library remains at your fingertips

TechCrunch

Published: 19.09.2019

Nintendo Switch Lite review

Let me preface this by saying: I realize that I’m not necessarily the target user for the original Nintendo Switch. First: I don’t own a TV, and haven’t since high school. Second: I travel all the time for this damn job. The combination of these things have made the device’s convertible form factor…