Leaked Nintendo Switch 2 chassis "almost certainly real," analysts say
Photos and CAD images suggest the leaked Nintendo Switch 2 chassis is genuine, with notable hardware upgrades.
Leaked images of the Nintendo Switch 2 chassis suggest a genuine resemblance to its predecessor but with notable differences such as a larger size and magnetic joy-con attachments replacing rail connections. Additional leaked details include dual USB-C ports and a motherboard design that hints at potential hardware improvements like two 6GB LPDDR5X RAM modules and a 128-bit memory interface, possibly providing up to 102 GB/s bandwidth.
Insights from insiders and Digital Foundry's analysis lend credibility to the leaks, showing slots for the previously reported memory modules. This aligns with earlier reports mentioning 256 GB UFS 3.1 internal storage, a custom Nvidia T239 SoC based on the GeForce RTX 3000 series’ Ampere architecture, and potential support for Nvidia DLSS and a screen up to eight inches in size with 4K support while docked.
Sources indicate that Nintendo might unveil the new handheld console before the fiscal year ends on April 1, 2025. This timeline suggests possible launches later in the year, solidifying the credibility of the leaked chassis and associated hardware improvements for the upcoming device.