Yesterday, Nintendo officially released Switch Lite, a new handheld device in the Nintendo Switch family. Nintendo said the device will be officially launched on September 20, priced at US$199.99 (approximately RMB 1,376).
Nintendo releases Switch Lite, a new handheld device in the Nintendo Switch family
According to Nintendo’s promotion, the device is a handheld device and therefore cannot be connected to a TV.
In terms of appearance, the new handheld Switch Lite comes in three colors, namely yellow, gray and turquoise, with a matte surface.
The new handheld console Switch Lite comes in three colors, namely yellow, gray and turquoise
In addition, there is also a customized version of "Pokémon: Sword and Shield", Appearance is gray.
"Pokémon: Sword and Shield" customized handheld version
The screen is reduced from 6.2 inches on Switch to 5.5 inches, the resolution remains the same 720p, and the brightness cannot be adjusted .
In terms of battery life, the battery life is slightly improved compared to the Switch, and can be used for about 3-7 hours.
Nintendo stated that the machine is exclusively for hand-held devices
The handle of the new Switch Lite does not support disassembly and does not support the HD vibration function. If you need to play two-player games, you need to purchase a separate Joy-Con controller.
It is worth mentioning that the direction keys of the new Switch Lite have been changed to the classic cross keys.
In addition, the controversial stand on the Switch has also been canceled in the new handheld console.
Any game that can be played on Switch in handheld mode can be played on Switch Lite
In addition to the above differences, Nintendo stated that there is no performance difference between the two models. , all controller accessories on the Switch can be used, and any game that can be played on the Switch in handheld mode can be played on the Switch Lite.
Finally, Nintendo said that pre-orders for the handheld console will open at game dealers and online stores around the world on August 30.