Overview of the Nintendo Switch 2 Trailer
- The recently released reveal trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 showcased the new console alongside the familiar original Joy-Cons.
- Analysis indicates the dimensions of the Switch 2 to be approximately 270 x 116 x 14mm when the Joy-Cons are attached.
- Additionally, the trailer suggests that the new console will come equipped with an 8-inch display.
In a detailed examination of the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer, Game Rant provided insights into its dimensions, which closely align with several prior leaks, allowing for minor discrepancies due to methodological differences.
Nintendo’s official announcement of the Switch 2 occurred on January 16, coinciding with a 2:22-minute reveal trailer emphasizing the console’s design and comparing it to the original Switch. While many features remain to be clarified, the trailer unveiled critical information, some of which may go unnoticed.
One noteworthy detail becomes apparent around the 15-second mark of the trailer, where the upcoming console is positioned next to the original Switch’s Neon Blue and Neon Red Joy-Cons. By analyzing the height of the existing controllers, which measure 102mm, and noting their orientation in the trailer, viewers can employ basic arithmetic and trigonometry to estimate the Switch 2’s dimensions. Game Rant’s analysis suggests the new console has an estimated width of approximately 202mm and a height of 115mm.
Nintendo Switch 2 Features a 16:9 8-Inch Display
Further analysis supports the claim that the Switch 2 boasts a 16:9 screen with dimensions roughly translating to 100 x 176mm. Utilizing the Pythagorean theorem, this suggests a diagonal measurement of about 203mm, which equates to eight inches. This aligns with recent leaks and a January 2024 report from Omdia Research Manager Hiroshi Hayase, who accurately predicted the inclusion of an 8-inch display. He also speculated that the console is likely to utilize an LCD panel instead of an OLED panel, with confirmation from Nintendo pending.
Comparative Dimensions of Nintendo Switch Models and the Switch 2
| Model | Switch | Switch Lite | Switch OLED | Switch 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width (without Joy-Cons) | 173 mm | N/A | 176 mm | 200–202 mm |
| Width (with Joy-Cons) | 238 mm | 208 mm | 242 mm | ~270 mm |
| Height | 102 mm | 91 mm | 102 mm | 115–116 mm |
| Depth | 14 mm | 14 mm | 13.9 mm | 14 mm (speculated) |
| Screen Size | 6.2″ | 5.5″ | 7″ | 8″ |
The dimensional estimates for the upcoming Switch 2 largely align with earlier projections made by Dbrand in December 2024. The accessory manufacturer anticipated a console measuring approximately 200mm in width and 115mm in height—figures that, adjusted for discrepancies in the analysis framework, appear plausible.
Using similar methods, it can be inferred that the next-gen Joy-Cons will be around 13mm taller than their predecessors. This increase in size, alongside new magnetic attachment features and an updated charging connector, means that original Joy-Cons will not physically connect to the Switch 2. Nevertheless, it remains unclear whether the old controllers will still function wirelessly with the new device.
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