The Nintendo Switch 2 announcement trailer reveals a larger console than its predecessor. The size increase is significant, suggesting a shift away from smaller handhelds towards larger portable devices like the Steam Deck.
While Nintendo hasn't released official dimensions, analysis of the trailer and a CES 2025 Genki mock-up provides estimates. The mock-up's accuracy is supported by its striking resemblance to the trailer's depiction.
Switch 2 Screen Size:
The estimated screen size is 8 inches diagonally (approximately 177mm wide and 99mm tall), aligning with earlier rumors. This represents a nearly 30% diagonal increase and a 66% larger area compared to the original Switch's 6.2-inch screen. The Switch Lite's 5.5-inch screen is 45% smaller diagonally, and the Switch OLED's 7-inch screen is 14% smaller. Even compared to the Steam Deck's 7-inch and 7.4-inch OLED screens, the Switch 2 is larger (8% and 11% respectively).
Switch 2 Overall Console Size:
Based on the Genki mock-up, the estimated dimensions are 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 12% smaller than the Steam Deck. Thickness is estimated to be similar to the original Switch.
Switch 2 Joy-Con Size:
The Joy-Cons are estimated to be approximately 32mm wide and 115mm tall—the same width as the original, but 13mm taller (a 13% increase).
Switch 2 Screen Unit Size:
Subtracting the Joy-Con dimensions from the overall console size, the screen unit is estimated to be 200mm long and 115mm tall (31% larger than the original). This allows for relatively slim bezels.
These measurements are estimations. While based on the Genki mock-up, they may differ from Nintendo's official figures. However, they suggest a significantly larger console, approximately 25% bigger than the original Switch.
