Handheld Nintendo Switch gaming at a great value

Introducing Nintendo Switch Lite, a version of the Nintendo Switch system that’s optimized for personal, handheld play. Nintendo Switch Lite is a small and light Nintendo Switch system at a great value. With a built-in +Control Pad, and a sleek, unibody design, Nintendo Switch Lite is great for on-the-go gaming. If you’re looking for a gaming system all your own, Nintendo Switch Lite is ready to hit the road whenever you are.

Dedicated to handheld play

Brighten up

Compact and lightweight

The system for gamers on the go.

The Nintendo Switch Lite comes in five colors: blue, yellow, gray, turquoise, and coral.

With its light, sleek design, this system is ready to hit the road whenever you are.

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Introducing Nintendo Switch Lite, a new version of the Nintendo Switch system that''s optimized for personal, handheld play. The Nintendo Switch Lite is a small and light Nintendo Switch system at a great price. With a built-in +Control Pad, and a sleek, unibody design, Nintendo Switch Lite is great for on-the-go gaming. The Nintendo Switch Lite is compatible with popular games such as Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and more. If you''re looking for a gaming system all your own, Nintendo Switch Lite is ready to hit the road whenever you are.

Additional games and/or systems may be required for multiplayer mode. Games and systems sold separately. Nintendo Switch Lite plays all games that support handheld mode.

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Nathan H5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase PARENTS BEWARE: This could be useless to you too! Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2019Color: TurquoiseStyle: Lite Console

Gave it 5 stars because there is nothing wrong as described, but parents may want to read this: I have two kids and we already own the original Nintendo Switch and have amassed over 40 games throughout the 2.5 years since the Switch''s release. The Switch Lite... See more Gave it 5 stars because there is nothing wrong as described, but parents may want to read this:

I have two kids and we already own the original Nintendo Switch and have amassed over 40 games throughout the 2.5 years since the Switch''s release. The Switch Lite although nothing physically wrong with it, is completely useless to me and my family. I have two young kids, and all 3 of us have our own profiles which are linked under my main account via Nintendo ID. The problem is is that only the main account holder (me) can play the purchased games on both devices. So the Switch Lite does not work for either of my kids, only my main account. Yes, this can be switched by changing which Switch device is the "primary" switch, but the fact still remains that under NO conditions can my kids play both switch consoles at the same time, even if it is two separate games. If you have cartridges instead of digital downloads, you will not have this problem. I just fail to understand Nintendo''s logic with this. I understand that they are trying to protect their own content from unauthorized use, but in doing so are rendering their newest device completely useless to customers like me. I will be returning. 3,822 people found this helpful Helpful Report Burgh Mom1.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Useless - not really portable. Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2019Color: TurquoiseStyle: Lite Console I strongly recommend AGAINST buying the Switch Lite. Downloaded content can only be played while connected to the internet. HUGE downside and problem since this is meant to be portable!!! Additionally, my 7 year old son can’t play ANY of the games that we purchased in the... See more I strongly recommend AGAINST buying the Switch Lite. Downloaded content can only be played while connected to the internet. HUGE downside and problem since this is meant to be portable!!! Additionally, my 7 year old son can’t play ANY of the games that we purchased in the E-Shop for him because we purchased them under our adult profiles (a Nintendo rule!). This item is USELESS. 2,305 people found this helpful Helpful Report Vincent3.0 out of 5 stars List of Changes Compared to (Regular) Nintendo Switch Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2019Color: GrayStyle: Lite Console Basically a budget friendly Nintendo Switch that''s meant to be more portable. Unlike the iphone 11 and iphone 11 Pro, Galaxy 10e and Galaxy 10, iphone XR and iphone X, etc it doesn''t keep all features the same, just downgraded. In fact like the Nintendo 2DS... See more Basically a budget friendly Nintendo Switch that''s meant to be more portable. Unlike the iphone 11 and iphone 11 Pro, Galaxy 10e and Galaxy 10, iphone XR and iphone X, etc it doesn''t keep all features the same, just downgraded.

In fact like the Nintendo 2DS (compared to 3DS) it actually takes away some features.

If you already own a Nintendo Switch console, you can sync* or transfer from your profile/games/saves using your Nintendo account. Very simple; when you boot up system for first time it''ll walk you through it step-by-step

*If you sync or link one account to multiple switch consoles, the non-main one has to verify every few hours to play downloaded games which can be a hassle if you don''t have internet connection

Let''s go through the list of changes:

1. Size, weight, portability

Overall size in general: The Switch Lite is basically the Original Switch (I''ll be referring it to ''Switch'' moving forward) but with one of the joy cons detached.

You think this will be more portable, but in practice from my personal experience it''s not. If you consider size only
The Switch can detach joycons for better storage. Downside is that you must be aware where you put the screen and joycons and attach them later.

There is a difference if you pocket thing whole thing without detaching i guess

Seeing the smaller size, there may be more hand cramping involved if you have giant adult sized hands

Switch Lite is lighter in weight, but it''s not a night-and-day difference. Not going to tell unless you have both side-by-side in each hand.

Bezels are colored which is nice. It''s not black like on the Switch, so able to distinguish where the screen ends

2. No detachable joycons

Cannot detach joycons, making the logo snap/click sound clip that game trailers start off/ends with absolutely useless when referring to Switch line of systems in general.

As one singular unit, fused into the system; feels more solid in the hand compared to original

Downside is that it loses some functionality in some games

You are not able to split controllers to let a friend play

Some games that you can''t play on Switch Lite out of the box (as of this review) are:
1-2 Switch
Fitness Boxing
Just Dance (Series)
Nintendo Labo (Series)
Nintendo Lano VR
Ring Fit Adventures
Super Mario Party
Surgeon Simulator

There are also other games that''s not as convenient to play in handheld only like:
ARMS
Fortnight
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Mario Tennis Aces
Pokemon Let''s Go series
Super Mario Odyssey
Splatoon 2
Zelda Breath of the Wild

You can buy joy cons to play on Switch Lite, but that costs additional $70 MSRP. Might as well buy a Switch at that point

If the thumb sticks breaks or if there are drifting issues, you can have it fixed by Nintendo for $80.

3. Cannot be docked to TV, no kick stand

No docking station. If you own the Switch with docking station; the Switch Lite cannot fit in it.

As of right now, there''s no official docking station for Switch Lite from Nintendo, and no 3rd party adapters

No kickstand to play on tabletop mode. Seeing the smaller screen you wouldn''t want to anyway even when a lot of controllers are sync and people squinting their eyes when huddled around the system

4. Has a D-Pad.

Best feature of the system in my opinion. Better tactile feel when playing. Enhances gameplay especially when playing 2D fighters

D-pad and other buttons (ABXY, shoulder buttons) are more muted when pressed which is great when playing in a public setting

5. No IR, HD Rumble

The IR Motion Camera and HD rumble features have been removed. Games that support these features will not work on Switch lite

6. Better battery??

4-7 hours versus the 3-6 hours of the original launch Nintendo Switch.

If you buy the newer 2019 model of Switch (Retail box with a lot of Red), the battery life is better than the Switch Lite

7. New colors

Comes in Turquoise, Grey and Yellow
There''s also a Pokemon Sword and Shield ( Zacian and Zamazenta) Edition edition

8. Smaller screen

5.5 vs 6.2 inch screen

Resolution is the same at 720p, but more compact making it appear sharper with a 267ppi vs 236ppi

Overall, I like the concept of a more portable (?), affordable switch, but I don''t like the fact that it exists.

If it''s like the 2ds (with no 3d support). Devs (even first party) will eventually take away features in games in the future: motion controls, AR support, HD rumble, docked TV mode, etc to cater to a wider audience.

They should have just made it smaller and kept everything the same

Good buy for those budget friendly, but if you like more options best to go for the upgrade if you can afford it. 1,289 people found this helpful Helpful Report Amazon Customer5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase The better Nintendo Switch for handheld mode Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2019Color: YellowStyle: Lite Console

For those who use/will use the Switch exclusively as a handheld device, I would recommend this system over the original Switch! Here are some things I''ve noticed in comparison to the original Switch so far: - The Switch Lite is far more comfortable to hold and... See more For those who use/will use the Switch exclusively as a handheld device, I would recommend this system over the original Switch! Here are some things I''ve noticed in comparison to the original Switch so far:

- The Switch Lite is far more comfortable to hold and and use than the original Switch thanks to its smaller size and '' lite''er (hahaha) weight. I can hold this small boi for a lot longer than the larger Switch before having to put it down to rest my hands.

- All the buttons have that superior Gameboy Advance button feel, ie: they don''t feel a tad too rigid and clicky like those in the larger Switch. Plus there is an actual d-pad here. The system is made of plastic and has a sort of coarse feel to it. It won''t slip out of your hands too easily and feels nice to the touch.

- Screen size is a bit smaller- 5.5 inches vs the Switch''s 6.2 inches, but this ties into the greater ease of use as a handheld as mentioned before. In terms of brightness and display quality I cannot say that I see any large differences. It''s possibly a bit better since it''s the same 720p but in a smaller screen? Anyway it looks great just like the original (and requires a screen protector just like the original.)

- The color schemes for this system are some of the best Nintendo has ever offered in my opinion. The yellow one that I got looks fantastic and I''m glad that I chose this over the turquoise and the Pokemon themed one.

- Sound output is slightly lower in terms of volume than the original Switch. This is probably because the speakers are on the underside of the system as opposed to the front. This is a minor thing though, you''ll still hear your games well enough.

- The battery looks to be draining at a similar or slightly slower rate that the original (release day) Switch. However keep in mind that the newer shipments of the original Nintendo Switch are supposed to have a larger battery life.

- You will of course be missing out on a number of features: no docking to the TV/monitor, no detachable controllers, no HD rumble or IR camera, no kickstand. However as mentioned before this a pure handheld, and I believe it serves that purpose better than its larger brethren.

For anyone who already owns a Switch and is interested in this system, it''s a no-brainer. The Switch Lite is maybe the best handheld made by Nintendo so far. If you are choosing between the Switch Lite and the original Switch however, the decision becomes more difficult. I play most Switch games in handheld mode. If I had to choose between one of these today, I would probably choose the Switch Lite. If you like playing games on a larger screen, or you play local multiplayer games (Super Smash Bros. comes to mind) you probably should go with the original Switch. You''ll have a lesser handheld experience, but you''ll also be getting some really great features that you''d miss out on with the Switch Lite. 716 people found this helpful Helpful Report Peter2.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Excellent hardware, horrible OS for sharing Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2019Color: GrayStyle: Lite Console Do not buy this as a second switch especially if you are using family sharing. You will be forced to purchase second copies of games. We returned our purchase after an hour of stumbling through the lack of sharing options. Via polygon: The... See more Do not buy this as a second switch especially if you are using family sharing. You will be forced to purchase second copies of games.

We returned our purchase after an hour of stumbling through the lack of sharing options.

Via polygon:

The lack of any kind of family sharing for games, or even just a robust digital rights system is a huge roadblock. You can use the same digital game on multiple Switch units, but any Switch that isn’t the user’s primary system has to connect to the internet to give you permission to play games, which isn’t always an option for a portable device on the road or in the air.

The only other option is to buy physical copies of your games, which means that if one member of the family leaves the house with the cartridge, no one else can play.

If Nintendo wants to launch an ecosystem of hardware to entice families to buy multiple Switch units — which would be ideal — it needs to figure out better ways for those consoles to communicate and share content.

Other platform holders have figured out ways around this limitation, even though the issue isn’t nearly as pressing on hardware that stays in one place, which makes Nintendo’s inability to deal with the situation even more baffling. The company always has a way of making problems that have been solved on other platforms seem insurmountable, and the trend continues with the lack of any kind of family sharing plan for games on the Switch and Switch Lite. 367 people found this helpful Helpful Report Kit4.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Mostly impressed Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2019Color: TurquoiseStyle: Lite Console Here we have the Switch Lite, for those who are ready to ditch the TV and make your Switch entirely a portable device. Let''s talk about that for a moment. This is an entirely portable device, just a tiny bit larger than a Vita (for the seven of you who have one... See more Here we have the Switch Lite, for those who are ready to ditch the TV and make your Switch entirely a portable device.

Let''s talk about that for a moment. This is an entirely portable device, just a tiny bit larger than a Vita (for the seven of you who have one of those), and with a screen about the size of the average smart phone. The form factor is definitely smaller than that of the regular Switch, and it''s much lighter. It''s really very comfortable to use.

The JoyCons are no more. They still exist, in the sense that you can have external ones attached to this baby, but the system has a pair built in. Now with external ones, you could probably play some two player games together, but honestly I don''t much see the point.

The screen quality is excellent. Breath of the Wild and Smash look amazing. The games play well, too. It takes a hot second to get used to the controls, but once you''re there, you''re golden. The sound quality is also very good.

The one complaint that I have about the system is the same complaint we''ve all had about Nintendo in general for years: the online component. I have two X Box 1 S systems (don''t ask why), and with those, my game saves, and downloaded games are easily available on both systems. I don''t even have to really put any effort into it.

With the Switch and Switch Lite, it''s different. You have to go through several annoying steps in order to make it happen, and even then, you have to set up one as your primary system and the other as the secondary (I haven''t been able to figure out how to do this yet).

That complaint aside, and it isn''t a small complaint, I''m quite pleased. It''s another worthy handheld for Nintendo! 350 people found this helpful Helpful Report J. fox5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Such a nicer experiencet than the... Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2019Color: GrayStyle: Lite Console This feels sooo much better in the hands than the bulkier original Switch, that I can''t go back. Even though its lighter, it feels more solid as the joycons do not come off, and it doesn''t bend like the old one did. My arms don''t get tired at all holding this. AND it had... See more This feels sooo much better in the hands than the bulkier original Switch, that I can''t go back. Even though its lighter, it feels more solid as the joycons do not come off, and it doesn''t bend like the old one did. My arms don''t get tired at all holding this. AND it had an actual D-pad! I also do not notice the smaller screen when playing, at all. It''s just a much more pleasant handheld experience, which is exactly why I go it. 254 people found this helpful Helpful Report Sh Ka1.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Broken At Launch - Cannot Accept Memory Cards (Updated - Ongoing Saga) Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2019Color: TurquoiseStyle: Lite Console This system was ordered with eagerness and opened as soon as it arrived. It will not accept any memory cards. Continuous error messages. Tried with multiple cards, reformatted, nothing works. Nintendo support did some basic troubleshooting and told me it had to... See more This system was ordered with eagerness and opened as soon as it arrived. It will not accept any memory cards. Continuous error messages. Tried with multiple cards, reformatted, nothing works.

Nintendo support did some basic troubleshooting and told me it had to come in for repair. I cannot recommend anyone purchase this system at this point. I will update my review if and when they fix the issue. For now I am stuck waiting on a repair for a system I was unable to use.

Full disclosure : I am a die-hard Nintendo fan and have owned every system including the Virtual Boy. I have Nintendo systems from the 90s that still work fine. Something is broken with the Switch lite software.

UPDATE- 10/16/2019 : the repair has been with Nintendo for over 3 weeks now, and they can''t seem to find it. It may be lost internally (they have admitted ownership of it as tracking confirms it was received). Now have to wait at least another week for an investigation.

Had my system for minutes before it broke - now Nintendo looks like they will take over a month to ''fix'' my issue. Will continue to post updates.

UPDATE 10/21: They ''found'' the system and it is ''in service'' - they say I should get a tracking # within the next 5 days - so we are looking at a 5-6 week repair window. Will report back when the actual device is in-hand.

UPDATE: 10/25. System is back in-hand. It threw a bunch of error messages when I fired it up but finally updated and now works. I sent in a ''new'' system and received back one that had residue, fingerprints, and scuff marks on the case. Not happy. Nintendo offered me a 6-month window to return to fix the cosmetic case issues - I don''t feel like waiting another month for a ''new'' system, so I am going to see if an error message pops up in my use over the next few days. This process has been very painful and I can''t suggest getting a Switch Lite given the experience I had.

The system appears to be working and seems pretty neat - will update with impressions once I''ve clocked some time in it.

UPDATE 2: 10/25: System is regularly, if not consistently, failing to recognize the memory card. Out of 5 power cycles, it did not recognize the card on 3 of them. System is going back to Nintendo for another round of repairs. I''ve asked them to replace the system since it came back with cosmetic blemishes in addition to it having the same problem. Will continue to update this review. Don''t buy this system.

UPDATE 3: 11/27: Nintendo replaced the system and it works fine. Loving the system so far. I understand that lemons happen - but Nintendo''s TWO MONTH turnaround earned them that 1 star.

The device, that now works, is very enjoyable. Happy to have a happy ending on this. 205 people found this helpful Helpful Report

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Andrew 4.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Great if you are looking for a purely portable experience. Reviewed in Canada on September 23, 2019 If you already own a Switch console (the dockable one) or a 2DS/3DS and are wondering if the Switch Lite is worth picking up, let me help you decide. The OG Switch has been reviewed to death, so this review will only cover the major differences between consoles as they are...See moreIf you already own a Switch console (the dockable one) or a 2DS/3DS and are wondering if the Switch Lite is worth picking up, let me help you decide. The OG Switch has been reviewed to death, so this review will only cover the major differences between consoles as they are essentially the same things from a hardware standpoint. TLDR: Don''t replace your current Switch with this if you have one already. Definitely replace your 2DS/3DS with this if you''re in the market for a new handheld. -------------------------------- If you play or plan on playing your current Switch docked AT ALL, the answer is no. Don''t buy this. Besides the obvious fact this cannot dock and output it''s display to a TV, this is NOT a console built with local multiplayer in mind. Yes, you CAN connect JoyCons to it, prop it up against something, and play multiplayer games all on the Switch Lite. Just consider the fact that the OG Switch can also do that, and it does it much better. If you''re looking for a home console for your family, the Switch Lite ain''t it chief. If you''ve never once docked your Switch and are looking for a smaller, lighter Switch with no creaky plastic, this is EXACTLY what you are looking for. Is it worth shelling out 250 of your hard earned Canadian dollars if you already own a Switch though? Probably not, unless you plan on selling your old Switch. If you own a 2DS/3DS (or are looking to buy one) and aren''t sure if it''s worth getting this over those, just keep in mind that the Switch Lite is positioned in the market to kill off the older DS models. Nintendo has no plans for supporting the DS ecosystem going forward. For $50 more than a 3DS, you''re getting access to a massive library of games on Nintendo''s modern console. It''s a no brainer. The Switch Lite is the spiritual successor to the PlayStation Vita, not a doubt in my mind. If you are the type of person who plays games on the go and wants a more modern library of games, this is the console to get. -------------------------------- Minor/Major gripes with the Switch Lite: Major Gripe - The D-pad is atrocious. I am mainly a SSB and Street Fighter player, and I am unable to consistently hit certain moves that require a diagonal press. The D-Pad on the Switch Lite is ''shallow'', it doesn''t stand tall from the case and I find it incredibly difficult to consistently hit diagonal movements. This is unfortunate, because comparing the D-Pad on the Switch Lite to the PlayStation Vita (both the OLED and Slim models), the D-Pad on the Switch Lite feels like an afterthought and I honestly would have preferred they kept the same button layout as the JoyCons. If you plan on playing SSB or Street Fighter, you may find it frustrating to pull off certain moves. For every other use case, it should serve you just fine. Major Gripe - The Switch Lite doesn''t have standard Bluetooth connectivity, which I think is honestly the dumbest decision Nintendo has made with the Switch consoles. If you want to use headphones with this, they either must be wired OR you have to buy a third party Bluetooth adapter to connect your headphones. Great, another thing to carry with your portable console. Minor Gripe - The game cartridge cover/flap that covers the slot feels really cheap and flexible, just a light press on it when it''s closed causes the entire cover to bend and flex, which doesn''t inspire a whole lot of confidence if you''re giving this to a child who isn''t gentle with their belongings. It''s great that the rest of the console itself feels solid and sturdy, but I can''t help but feel that if someone drops their Switch Lite, that little cover is going to snap off/pop open and the game cart might come flying out. Minor Gripe - The screen comes calibrated from Nintendo with a different color temperature compared to the OG Switch. Colors appear warmer on the Switch Lite, which I personally don''t care about at all but it was noticable and to some of you considering this, might actually be a deal breaker (you know who you are). Because color accuracy and temperature preferences are personal, I will not outwardly say which screen is objectively better because that is a completely subjective preference. I will say that I personally prefer the screen on the Switch Lite. -------------------------------- I''ll try to keep this review updated while I use the Switch Lite and discover more things I like and don''t like about it. For my use case, it''s a perfect replacement of my original Switch console and solves nearly every issue I had with the OG Switch. If you already own a Switch console (the dockable one) or a 2DS/3DS and are wondering if the Switch Lite is worth picking up, let me help you decide. The OG Switch has been reviewed to death, so this review will only cover the major differences between consoles as they are essentially the same things from a hardware standpoint.

TLDR: Don''t replace your current Switch with this if you have one already. Definitely replace your 2DS/3DS with this if you''re in the market for a new handheld.

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If you play or plan on playing your current Switch docked AT ALL, the answer is no. Don''t buy this. Besides the obvious fact this cannot dock and output it''s display to a TV, this is NOT a console built with local multiplayer in mind. Yes, you CAN connect JoyCons to it, prop it up against something, and play multiplayer games all on the Switch Lite. Just consider the fact that the OG Switch can also do that, and it does it much better. If you''re looking for a home console for your family, the Switch Lite ain''t it chief.

If you''ve never once docked your Switch and are looking for a smaller, lighter Switch with no creaky plastic, this is EXACTLY what you are looking for. Is it worth shelling out 250 of your hard earned Canadian dollars if you already own a Switch though? Probably not, unless you plan on selling your old Switch.

If you own a 2DS/3DS (or are looking to buy one) and aren''t sure if it''s worth getting this over those, just keep in mind that the Switch Lite is positioned in the market to kill off the older DS models. Nintendo has no plans for supporting the DS ecosystem going forward. For $50 more than a 3DS, you''re getting access to a massive library of games on Nintendo''s modern console. It''s a no brainer.

The Switch Lite is the spiritual successor to the PlayStation Vita, not a doubt in my mind. If you are the type of person who plays games on the go and wants a more modern library of games, this is the console to get.

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Minor/Major gripes with the Switch Lite:

Major Gripe - The D-pad is atrocious. I am mainly a SSB and Street Fighter player, and I am unable to consistently hit certain moves that require a diagonal press. The D-Pad on the Switch Lite is ''shallow'', it doesn''t stand tall from the case and I find it incredibly difficult to consistently hit diagonal movements. This is unfortunate, because comparing the D-Pad on the Switch Lite to the PlayStation Vita (both the OLED and Slim models), the D-Pad on the Switch Lite feels like an afterthought and I honestly would have preferred they kept the same button layout as the JoyCons. If you plan on playing SSB or Street Fighter, you may find it frustrating to pull off certain moves. For every other use case, it should serve you just fine.

Major Gripe - The Switch Lite doesn''t have standard Bluetooth connectivity, which I think is honestly the dumbest decision Nintendo has made with the Switch consoles. If you want to use headphones with this, they either must be wired OR you have to buy a third party Bluetooth adapter to connect your headphones. Great, another thing to carry with your portable console.

Minor Gripe - The game cartridge cover/flap that covers the slot feels really cheap and flexible, just a light press on it when it''s closed causes the entire cover to bend and flex, which doesn''t inspire a whole lot of confidence if you''re giving this to a child who isn''t gentle with their belongings. It''s great that the rest of the console itself feels solid and sturdy, but I can''t help but feel that if someone drops their Switch Lite, that little cover is going to snap off/pop open and the game cart might come flying out.

Minor Gripe - The screen comes calibrated from Nintendo with a different color temperature compared to the OG Switch. Colors appear warmer on the Switch Lite, which I personally don''t care about at all but it was noticable and to some of you considering this, might actually be a deal breaker (you know who you are). Because color accuracy and temperature preferences are personal, I will not outwardly say which screen is objectively better because that is a completely subjective preference. I will say that I personally prefer the screen on the Switch Lite.

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I''ll try to keep this review updated while I use the Switch Lite and discover more things I like and don''t like about it. For my use case, it''s a perfect replacement of my original Switch console and solves nearly every issue I had with the OG Switch. 325 people found this helpful Report Translate all reviews to EnglishAlfredo 5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase La mejor consola portátil Reviewed in Mexico on September 29, 2019

Compré el color amarillo y gris, particularmente recomiendo el amarillo se ve mucho mejor y no se le hacen marcas de uso como al gris. Ésta consola es la mejor que pueda haber existido en el segmento portátil, pues puedes jugar muchísimos títulos recientes que están...See moreCompré el color amarillo y gris, particularmente recomiendo el amarillo se ve mucho mejor y no se le hacen marcas de uso como al gris. Ésta consola es la mejor que pueda haber existido en el segmento portátil, pues puedes jugar muchísimos títulos recientes que están disponibles para Pc, Xbox one y Ps4 en la palma de tu mando. Se siente muy cómoda al momento de jugar incluso por un largo tiempo, la pantalla tiene muy buen brillo y la resolución no se siente mala, su duración de batería es casi del doble en comparación con la switch normal. Pros: Duración de la batería, ahora si la portabilidad, buena jugabilidad y sensación de los botones, cero calentamiento y ruido del ventilador. Contras: Hasta ahora ninguno, solamente como detalle, si quieres jugar con el control pro o con otros joy cons no tiene como mantenerse de pie y la pantalla dividida para jugar con otra persona es muy incómodo casi no se alcanza a distinguir. No dudes en adquirir esta consola, el servicio de Amazon es extraordinario, y sobre todo el precio, yo las compré en oferta relámpago y con dos meses de bonificación con citibanamex en poco menos de $4,000 pesos. Compré el color amarillo y gris, particularmente recomiendo el amarillo se ve mucho mejor y no se le hacen marcas de uso como al gris.

Ésta consola es la mejor que pueda haber existido en el segmento portátil, pues puedes jugar muchísimos títulos recientes que están disponibles para Pc, Xbox one y Ps4 en la palma de tu mando.

Se siente muy cómoda al momento de jugar incluso por un largo tiempo, la pantalla tiene muy buen brillo y la resolución no se siente mala, su duración de batería es casi del doble en comparación con la switch normal.

Pros: Duración de la batería, ahora si la portabilidad, buena jugabilidad y sensación de los botones, cero calentamiento y ruido del ventilador.

Contras: Hasta ahora ninguno, solamente como detalle, si quieres jugar con el control pro o con otros joy cons no tiene como mantenerse de pie y la pantalla dividida para jugar con otra persona es muy incómodo casi no se alcanza a distinguir.

No dudes en adquirir esta consola, el servicio de Amazon es extraordinario, y sobre todo el precio, yo las compré en oferta relámpago y con dos meses de bonificación con citibanamex en poco menos de $4,000 pesos. 135 people found this helpful Report Translate review to EnglishAbgar M. 5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Muy buena consola, perfecta para viajes Reviewed in Mexico on September 21, 2019 La consola me gustó mucho, su tamaño es realmente pequeño y es muy ligera, es perfecta para viajes movidos (se que la Switch original es portatil tambien, pero tiene un tamaño y peso considerable, que a veces la hacen un poco molesta para llevar en la mochila), el único...See moreLa consola me gustó mucho, su tamaño es realmente pequeño y es muy ligera, es perfecta para viajes movidos (se que la Switch original es portatil tambien, pero tiene un tamaño y peso considerable, que a veces la hacen un poco molesta para llevar en la mochila), el único problema que tuve es que la consola llegó con algunos raspones, al igual que la caja llegó golpeada, recomiendo a Amazon ser más cuidadoso a la hora de empaquetar las cosas, no es la primera vez que un producto me llega golpeado (juegos sueltos, rayones, cajas golpeadas, abiertas, etc). Recomiendo la consola si la quieres usar para viajar por ejemplo, no te vas a arrepentir. La consola me gustó mucho, su tamaño es realmente pequeño y es muy ligera, es perfecta para viajes movidos (se que la Switch original es portatil tambien, pero tiene un tamaño y peso considerable, que a veces la hacen un poco molesta para llevar en la mochila), el único problema que tuve es que la consola llegó con algunos raspones, al igual que la caja llegó golpeada, recomiendo a Amazon ser más cuidadoso a la hora de empaquetar las cosas, no es la primera vez que un producto me llega golpeado (juegos sueltos, rayones, cajas golpeadas, abiertas, etc). Recomiendo la consola si la quieres usar para viajar por ejemplo, no te vas a arrepentir. 105 people found this helpful Report Translate review to EnglishAdam Tulloch 5.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Amazing resolution Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2020

If you are on the fence as to whether or not you are going to invest in a Nintendo Switch Lite let me start by saying it''s definitely worth it! The unit has a great feel in your hand with a matted plastic finish. It''s great for not being a fingerprint magnet. The display is...See moreIf you are on the fence as to whether or not you are going to invest in a Nintendo Switch Lite let me start by saying it''s definitely worth it! The unit has a great feel in your hand with a matted plastic finish. It''s great for not being a fingerprint magnet. The display is very sharp and clear and looks great when playing. You could almost say that the Switch Lite is the successor to the DS family of handhelds. I already own a regular switch but I''m glad I made the move to the portable version! If you are on the fence as to whether or not you are going to invest in a Nintendo Switch Lite let me start by saying it''s definitely worth it! The unit has a great feel in your hand with a matted plastic finish. It''s great for not being a fingerprint magnet. The display is very sharp and clear and looks great when playing. You could almost say that the Switch Lite is the successor to the DS family of handhelds. I already own a regular switch but I''m glad I made the move to the portable version! 84 people found this helpful Report Marcio 4.0 out of 5 starsVerified Purchase Cuidado com o versão do console! Reviewed in Brazil on February 14, 2020 O produto veio super rápido e é excelente, porém falta um aviso por conta do vendedor de que a versão enviada é de Hong Kong. A tomada do carregador é padrão europeu. Por sorte eu tenho outro carregador de switch, mas imagino que para as pessoas que estão adquirindo pela...See moreO produto veio super rápido e é excelente, porém falta um aviso por conta do vendedor de que a versão enviada é de Hong Kong. A tomada do carregador é padrão europeu. Por sorte eu tenho outro carregador de switch, mas imagino que para as pessoas que estão adquirindo pela primeira vez podem se frustrar bastante. O produto veio super rápido e é excelente, porém falta um aviso por conta do vendedor de que a versão enviada é de Hong Kong. A tomada do carregador é padrão europeu. Por sorte eu tenho outro carregador de switch, mas imagino que para as pessoas que estão adquirindo pela primeira vez podem se frustrar bastante. 73 people found this helpful Report Translate review to English

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