Sizing Up the Next Nintendo Revolution: Switch 2

The Nintendo Switch 2 announcement trailer reveals a larger console than its predecessor. The trailer shows a significant size increase, suggesting a shift away from smaller handhelds towards larger portable devices like the Steam Deck and iPad.

While Nintendo hasn't released official dimensions, estimations can be made based on the trailer and a Switch 2 mock-up at CES 2025. This mock-up, created by Genki, closely resembles the console in the trailer.

Switch 2 Screen Size:

The estimated screen size is 8 inches diagonally (excluding bezels), aligning with earlier rumors. This translates to approximately 177mm wide and 99mm tall. This represents a nearly 30% diagonal increase and a 66% larger area compared to the original Switch's 6.2-inch screen. Compared to the Switch Lite (5.5-inch) and Switch OLED (7-inch), the increase is even more substantial.

Switch 2 Size Comparison to Other Handhelds:

The Switch 2's screen is larger than the Switch Lite and Switch OLED. While smaller than the Steam Deck's 7-inch and 7.4-inch (OLED) displays, it surpasses the Steam Deck OLED's screen size by 8% diagonally and 11% in area.

Overall Console Size:

Measurements from the Genki mock-up suggest the Switch 2 is approximately 265mm long and 115mm tall. This is roughly a 25% increase over the original Switch (239mm x 102mm), 61% larger than the Switch Lite, and about 12% smaller than the Steam Deck. Depth is estimated to be similar to the original Switch.

Joy-Con Size:

The Joy-Cons are estimated to be approximately 32mm wide and 115mm tall—the same width as the originals but 13mm taller, representing a 13% increase.

Screen Unit Size:

Subtracting the Joy-Con dimensions from the overall console size, the estimated screen unit size is 200mm long and 115mm tall, about 31% larger than the original Switch. This allows for relatively slim bezels.

These dimensions are estimations based on the Genki mock-up and trailer analysis. While not official, they provide a strong indication of the Switch 2's increased size. The console is expected to be approximately 25% larger than the original Switch.