With the debate raging on whether or not the Lite is better, we’ve compared side by side the specs for both devices.
| Feature | Switch Lite | Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.99 | $299.99 |
| Release Date | 09.20.19 | 03.03.17 |
| Media | Cartridge | Cartridge |
| Game DVR | TBA | Yes |
| RAM | TBA | 4GB |
| CPU | Custom Tegra Processor | Custom Tegra Processor |
| GPU | Custom Nvidia Tegra Processor | Custom Nvidia Tegra Processor |
| Storage | 32GB Internal Memory + Micro SD Card Support [1] | 32GB Internal Memory + Micro SD Card support |
| Removable Hard Drive | No | No |
| Cloud Storage | With Online Service | With Online Service |
| Account Access from Multiple Consoles | With Online Service | With Online Service |
| Required Internet Connection | No | No |
| Battery Life | 3 – 7 Hours Depending on Game | 2.5 – 6.5 Hours Depending on Game |
| Charge Time | TBA | ~3 hours |
| Video Output | 720p | Up to 1080p via HDMI in TV Mode, Up to 720p in tabletop and handheld mode |
| Feature | Switch Lite | Switch |
| Dimensions | 3.6″ high, 8.2″ long, .55″ deep | 4″ high, 9.4″ long, .55″ deep (with Joy-Con) |
| Screen Size | 5.5″ | 6.2″ |
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-Brightness Sensor | No [2] | Yes |
| Weight | ~.61 lbs | ~.88 lbs with Joy-Con |
| Backwards Compatibility | Via Switch Online Service | Via Switch Online Service |
| Streaming Game Service | No | No |
| Cross Game Chat | No | No |
| Controllers | Built-in controllers | Joy Con Controllers, Pro Controller |
| Controller Batteries | N/A | Switch Console undocked can last 3-6.5 hours depending on game. Joy-Cons Rechargable. |
| Motion Control | TBA | Joy-Con Gyrosensors and Accelerometers + Motion-IR |
| Second Screen | No | Console itself has built-in screen |
| Voice Commands | No | No |
| Subscription Service | Nintendo Switch Online Service | Nintendo Switch Online Service |
| USB | No built-in USB | USB 2.0 (3 Ports) 3.0 to be added later |
| Live Streaming | No | No |
| Web Connection | TBA | Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (wired Lan adapter sold seperate) |
| Bluetooth | TBA | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Wi-Fi Direct (for Device Connection) | Yes | Yes |
| A/V Hookups | No | HDMI output |
| IR | No | Yes (Via Joy-Con R) |
| HD Rumble | No | Yes |
| Power Supply (PSU) | Internal battery | Internal Battery undocked, AC Adapter Port docked |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes | Yes (Via Joy-Con R) |
| Region Locked | No | No |
| Play Modes | Handheld | TV Mode, Tabletop, and Handheld |
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