Nintendo Switch OLED LATEST – Updates for ‘must-buy’ upgraded games console available from GAME, Argos and Amazon
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NINTENDO is releasing a new Switch model today, just in time to add to your Christmas wish list.
The Nintendo Switch OLED has had a display upgrade and a few other improvements over the original Switch, but we're still not getting 4K gaming.
The new Nintendo Switch OLED Model launched today, Friday, October 8 and you can order now via this page for £309.99 / $349.99.
It's the third and most expensive Switch model; the handheld-only Nintendo Switch Lite comes in at £199.99 / $199.99 while the original has recently had a permanent price drop down to £259.99.
Read our Nintendo Switch live blog for the latest stock updates...
USA: Where to buy the OLED Switch?
The new OLED Switch, available in both black and white at $349.99 each, comes with plenty of small but significant improvements.
The best places to purchase it from are:
- Amazon: Shop black unit , white unit
- Walmart: Shop black unit , white unit
- Target: Shop black unit , white unit
- Best Buy: Shop black unit , white unit
Price comparison
The Nintendo Switch OLED is the most expensive model currently.
The price difference became even more significant after Europeans got a permanent price cut on the original Switch model.
You can check out the differences in specs in our Nintendo Switch OLED vs Switch vs Switch Lite faceoff, but here's the price tag of all three consoles:
- Nintendo Switch – £259.99 / $299.99
- Nintendo Switch Lite – £199 / $199.99
- New Nintendo Switch OLED – £309.99 / $349.99
'Pointless'
NINTENDO'S new console released today, but not everyone is convinced it's a worthwhile investment.
The Nintendo Switch OLED doesn't offer the 4K gaming experience that was initially rumoured when word first got out about a new model.
It's been called 'pointless' and a 'waste of money', while Nintendo fans tempted to upgrade are also getting called out.
"I thought most people canceled their oled switch pre orders when they realized it was pointless," said one .
"Is anybody gonna waste their money on a Switch OLED? Cuz I ain't lmao," another.
'The launch marks an exciting chapter in the world of gaming'
Speaking about the latest launch from Nintendo, the Head of Gaming at Currys, Nick Hayden, has said 'customers can expect a truly immersive experience'.
In full, Nick said: "The latest launch from Nintendo is brilliant for gamers and marks an exciting chapter in the world of gaming. The console is the first to use OLED technology, which brings tonnes of additional benefits from richer visuals for a more vivid gaming atmosphere and lower levels of blue light in the screen, to being more energy efficient.
"Every OLED pixel can switch off completely, displaying the truest blacks while also reducing power consumption. And, with a bigger seven-inch screen and market-leading sound quality, customers can expect a truly immersive gaming experience and the best and most engaging multi-play encounter out there."
Warning of sell out (Continued...)
Nick Hayden has warned customers that: "Currys is now sold out of the Nintendo Switch OLED following an unprecedented pre-order demand and while we wish those lucky customers who got their hands on the console a whole lot of fun playing, we realise that it's important we keep our customers in the loop with restock dates.
"We're expecting further stock to arrive next month and will be keeping customers informed as to when they land in store and online."
Switch OLED vs Switch vs Switch Lite
Nintendo Switch – The Nintendo Switch launched in 2017, positioned as a hybrid handheld-home console.
A slightly revised model rolled out in 2019 with improved battery life, but it wasn’t a significant enough update to be branded as a new console.
For handheld gaming, the Nintendo Switch sports a 6.2-inch LCD touchscreen and offers 720p resolution. When it’s docked, you get 1080p resolution and support for titles capable of running at 60fps.
Nintendo Switch OLED – The Nintendo Switch OLED is a moderately upgraded version of the Switch, with the main difference being the screen. The Switch OLED boasts a 7-inch OLED screen, hence the moniker.
OLED panels typically offer better contrast and a wider range of colours but can be prone to screen burn. Luckily there are ways to avoid it and keep your Switch OLED safe.
Nintendo Switch Lite – The Nintendo Switch Lite is essentially a handheld-only variant of the Nintendo Switch. It’s done away with the detachable Joy-Cons, and has a smaller, 5.5-inch LCD display.
The handheld is perfect for commuters, kids, or those who want a handheld and aren’t too bothered about paying Nintendo Switch games on their TV.
Read the article in full here.
Will the OLED Switch be compatible with old games?
The console will also be compatible with existing Nintendo Switch games, including Animal Crossing, Mario Kart and Super Mario 3D World, so you won’t have to buy a new collection.
It also has internal storage of 64GB and enhanced audio with its onboard speakers.
UK: Where to buy the OLED Switch?
The new Nintendo Switch OLED Model launched on Friday, October 8 and you can buy it from online retailers now.
It’s the third and most expensive Switch model and can be purchased from:
- My Nintendo Store – £309.99
- Argos – £309.99
- Currys – £309.99
- Tekzone – £349.99
- 365games.co.uk – £329.99
Specs: Switch OLED vs Switch vs Switch Lite
Nintendo Switch:
- Screen: 6.2-inch LCD touchscreen
- Resolution: 720p handheld / 1080p docked
- CPU/GPU: Custom Nvidia Tegra X1
- Storage: 32GB
Nintendo Switch OLED:
- Screen: 7-inch OLED touchscreen
- Resolution: 720p handheld / 1080p docked
- CPU/GPU: Custom Nvidia Tegra X1
- Storage: 64GB
Nintendo Switch Lite
- Screen: 5.5-inch LCD touchscreen
- Resolution: 720p
- CPU/GPU: Custom Nvidia Tegra X1
- Storage: 32GB
Stock NOW at Amazon
TODAY'S the day that Nintendo is launching its new Switch console and it's selling out fast.
The Nintendo Switch OLED is the latest model of the incredibly popular Nintendo Switch but sports a ton of upgrades.
The white variant is selling out fast – it's already completely sold out at Amazon.
But the red and blue model is still in stock – for now – so head over there if you don't want to miss out.
Explained: Will the Nintendo Switch OLED be on sale for Black Friday?
We know plenty of gamers out there would love to see the new Switch include in the late-November sales madness of Black Friday – but being honest, that’s unlikely.
However, bargain-hunters can take consolation in the fact that the old Switch will likely see its price reduced when Black Friday comes around.
And if not, we’ll almost definitely see bundle prices on the non-OLED Switch and games brought down in cost.Bookmark our Nintendo Switch Black Friday page to keep abreast of the best offers on the older console.
Better contrast and a wider range of colours
The Nintendo Switch OLED is a moderately upgraded version of the Switch, with the main difference being the screen.
The Switch OLED boasts a 7-inch OLED screen, hence the moniker.
OLED panels typically offer better contrast and a wider range of colours but can be prone to screen burn. Luckily there are ways to avoid it and keep your Switch OLED safe.
The chip is the same so don’t expect a more powerful console, and the battery life is pretty much identical.
Another upgrade for those of you who play online is the wired LAN port on the dock – however, you can buy the dock separately.
It’s compatible with the original Switch so if you’re happy with your LCD screen, you can treat yourself to a new dock instead for a better online experience.
The Switch OLED is available in neon red and blue, and a new off-white colourway. It retails for / .
The changes
The Nintendo Switch OLED isn't drastically different to the original model at first glance.
But closer inspection reveals a more refined design that's very much in keeping with the chic white colourway.
The volume and power buttons are thinner, the vents have had an overhaul – heck, even the game card slot looks sexier.
Gone is the flimsy flap of plastic on the back; the OLED model has a kickstand that runs the length of the console.
The Switch OLED is practically identical in size to the original but is slightly heavier.
Nintendo Switch white Joy-Cons with wrist strap 
Nintendo Switch OLED in dock 'No plans for any new models’
On its official investor relations Twitter account, Nintendo said that: “A news report on Sept. 30, 2021 (JST) falsely claims that Nintendo is supplying tools to drive game development for a Nintendo Switch with 4K support.
“To ensure correct understanding among our investors and customers, we want to clarify that this report is not true. We also want to restate that, as we announced in July, we have no plans for any new model other than Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, which will launch on October 8, 2021.”
Real but scrapped
Nintendo is scrambling to deny reports that a 4K console is in development.
Rumours of a new console capable of supporting 4K have been flying around for a while now.
The report cites anonymous sources at 11 different game companies, ranging from "ranging from large publishers to small studios and include at least one that has never made a console game before, Zynga Inc."
They all say that they have a dev kit for Nintendo's 4K capable hardware that they've been asked to design software for.
Since publishing the report, Zynga spokeswoman Sarah Ross denies the information from Bloomberg's sources at the company.
"To clarify, Zynga does not have a 4K developer kit from Nintendo."Read more here.
Where to buy the OLED Switch in the USA?
The new OLED Switch, available in both black and white at $349.99 each, comes with plenty of small but significant improvements.
The best places to purchase it from are:
- Amazon: Shop black unit , white unit
- Walmart: Shop black unit , white unit
- Target: Shop black unit , white unit
- Best Buy: Shop black unit , white unit
What's the difference between the Nintendo Switch and the Switch OLED?
As the name suggests, the chief difference between the two Nintendo models is the OLED screen that's being introduced.
OLED (organic light-emitting diode) technology is something you'll mostly find in high-end televisions and flagship smartphones.
Rather than rely on an LCD backlight, these cutting-edge displays each feature pixels of light that are self-illuminating. You can check out our OLED explainer for more.
In the new Switch, this will offer a far superior visual experience for gameplay.
Where to buy the OLED Switch?
The new Nintendo Switch OLED Model launched on Friday, October 8 and you can buy it from online retailers now.
It's the third and most expensive Switch model and can be purchased from:
- My Nintendo Store - £309.99
- Argos - £309.99
- Currys - £309.99
- Tekzone - £349.99
- 365games.co.uk - £329.99
Will the OLED Switch be compatible with old games?
The console will also be compatible with existing Nintendo Switch games, including Animal Crossing, Mario Kart and Super Mario 3D World, so you won’t have to buy a new collection.
It also has internal storage of 64GB and enhanced audio with its onboard speakers.
Say hello to the Nintendo Switch OLED Model Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch OLED price and specs
Just putting this out there now: the chip in the Nintendo Switch OLED isn't any more powerful than the launch model.
The rumoured all-powerful, 4K gaming experience didn't come to fruition yet, but you can check out the specs below:
- Screen: 7-inch OLED touchscreen
- Resolution: 720p handheld / 1080p docked
- CPU/GPU: Custom Nvidia Tegra X1
- Storage: 64GB
- Connectivity (console):
- 3.5mm audio jack
- microSD
- USB type C
- Connectivity (dock):
- USB type A (USB 2.0 compatible) x2 on the side
- System connector
- AC adapter port
- HDMI port
- Wired LAN port
- Battery life: Approx. 4.5 - 9 hours
- Charging time: Approx. 3 hours
- Size: 102mm x 242mm x 13.9mm / 4-inches x 9.5-inches x 0.55-inches (with Joy-Con attached)
- Weight: Approx. 320g / 0.71 lbs (with Joy-Cons attached: 420g / 0.93 lbs
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Is the Nintendo Switch worth it?
Yes, if you are into Nintendo games. The Switch has games not available on other consoles and is great for use on the go.
The Switch is still incredibly popular too, and support for the console isn’t going away.
The rumours about a Nintendo Switch Pro were somehow silenced by the release of the new OLED model by Nintendo, so it may be a while before we see a real Pro version.
Plus, any ‘Switch Pro’ would likely be an update to the existing specifications of the Switch and not a whole new console, much like the OLED version when compared with the current Switch.
So, if it’s games and developer support for the Switch you are concerned about, that shouldn’t change in the next year or two at least.
Design, specs and features (Continued…)
The outputs on the dock have been shuffled a bit too; the USB port on the back has gone, while a wired LAN port has appeared in its place. So no more relying on just the WiFi for online gaming.
The expandable storage as also been bumped up from 32GB to 64GB.
But it’s the new 7-inch OLED screen with a thinned-down bezel that’s the real draw.
Nintendo has done away with the 6.2-inch LCD Screen, but it’s worth noting that the resolution (docked and handheld) is still the same.
You can get the Switch OLED in the classic red-and-blue colourway, or the new off-white. Joy-Cons come in a white colour, which is matched by the dock.
The new dock is compatible with the original Switch model and is being sold separately, so you can get the upgrade regardless.
Nintendo Switch OLED design, specs and features
The Nintendo Switch OLED has a slightly larger form factor than the original, and weighs a touch more – 23g if we’re not counting the Joy-Cons.
The thin, flimsy kickstand of the original model has gone, replaced by a piece of equally thin-looking plastic that runs the length of the device.
We’ll have to wait until we get our hands on it to judge how robust the revised kickstand is.
Another added bonus with this design is that you can position it at different angles to suit whatever it is you’re doing.
Over on the rear of the dock, the hinged flap masking the ports has been scrapped, giving way to a removable panel.
How to connect a Nintendo Switch to the TV
First, connect the USB plug from the Nintendo Switch AC adapter to the top terminal of the dock, then connect the other end of the AC adapter to a wall outlet.
Then, connect one end of the HDMI cable to the bottom terminal of the dock – you can then connect the other end to an HDMI port on your television or monitor
Make sure you remove the left and right Joy-Con controllers from the console.
Position the console so that the screen faces in the same direction as the front panel on the dock, then insert the console into the dock. Turn on your TV and select the correct HDMI input and you’re good to go.
It’s important to note that the Nintendo Lite model does not connect to the TV.
Is the Nintendo Switch worth it?
Yes, if you are into Nintendo games. The Switch has games not available on other consoles and is great for use on the go.
The Switch is still incredibly popular too, and support for the console isn’t going away.
The rumours about a Nintendo Switch Pro were somehow silenced by the release of the new OLED model by Nintendo, so it may be a while before we see a real Pro version.
Plus, any ‘Switch Pro’ would likely be an update to the existing specifications of the Switch and not a whole new console, much like the OLED version when compared with the current Switch.
So, if it’s games and developer support for the Switch you are concerned about, that shouldn’t change in the next year or two at least.
