How Big is the Nintendo Switch 2?

The Nintendo Switch 2: A Size Comparison Based on Early Leaks

The recently released Nintendo Switch 2 announcement trailer reveals a noticeably larger console than its predecessor. While Nintendo hasn't released official dimensions, a comparison with a Genki mock-up, handled at CES 2025, provides a reasonable estimate. The mock-up's accuracy is strongly supported by its striking resemblance to the console in the trailer.

Switch 2 Screen Size:

Our estimations suggest an 8-inch screen (diagonal measurement, excluding bezels), aligning with earlier rumors. This translates to approximately 177mm wide and 99mm tall. This represents a nearly 30% increase in diagonal size and a 66% increase in area compared to the original Switch's 6.2-inch screen. The increase is even more significant when compared to the Switch Lite (45% diagonal, 111% area) and the Switch OLED (14% diagonal, 30% area). While larger isn't always better, a larger screen could enhance the gaming experience, provided the display quality is high.

Genki mock-up versus Nintendo's official Switch 2 design.

Overall Console Size:

The larger screen necessitates a larger console. Our measurements of the Genki mock-up, corroborated by image scaling from the trailer, estimate the Switch 2 at approximately 265mm long and 115mm tall. This is roughly 25% larger than the original Switch (239mm x 102mm), 61% larger than the Switch Lite, and about 12% smaller than the Steam Deck. Thickness is estimated to be similar to the original Switch.

Handheld comparison: Switch Lite, Switch, Switch 2, and Steam Deck.

Joy-Con Size:

The trailer suggests Joy-Con controllers of similar width but increased height. Our estimations point to 32mm wide and 115mm tall, representing a 13% increase compared to the originals.

Switch 2 Joy-Cons and main screen unit.

Screen Unit Size:

Subtracting Joy-Con dimensions from the overall console size, we estimate the Switch 2 screen unit at 200mm long and 115mm tall, approximately 31% larger than the original. This size comfortably accommodates the 8-inch screen, suggesting relatively slim bezels.

Disclaimer: These measurements are estimations based on available data and may differ from official figures. However, the close resemblance between the Genki mock-up and the trailer suggests a high degree of accuracy. We anticipate a console roughly 25% larger than the original.