The History of Consoles

Nintendo Switch


The Nintendo Switch, a hybrid portable - home console released by Nintendo in 2017. It is shown here in the docked - home mode, with the controllers detached from the main unit and in the included grip.

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Released: March 3, 2017

The Nintendo Switch is a home video game console developed by Nintendo. (wikipedia)

Details:

  • Name for Console: Nintendo Switch
  • Alias: Switch
  • Year Released: 2017
  • Discontinued: Ongoing
  • Developer: Nintendo
  • Product Family: Nintendo
  • Generation Number: 8th Generation
  • Backward Compatibility: No
  • Specifications:
    • CPU: Custom NVIDIA Tegra X1
    • GPU: GM20B Graphics Processor
    • Memory: 4 GB LPDDR4
    • Storage: 32 GB flash memory, expandable via microSD card
    • Display Formats: 720p (Handheld), 1080p (TV Mode)
    • Sound: Stereo
    • Controller Input: Joy-Con controllers, Pro Controller
    • Extra: Hybrid design (handheld and home console modes), Dock. 2 models have been released since then by Nintendo, which are the Switch Oled and the Switch Lite.
  • Units Sold: 129.5+ million units (As of 20 October, 2023)
  • Predecessor: Nintendo Wii U
  • Successor: N/A
  • Company Website: Nintendo Switch