Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) – White
Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) – White
| Dimensions: | 10.5 x 26.1 x 20.6 cm; 1.36 Kilograms |
| Model: | 10007456 |
| Batteries Included: | 3 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Dimensions: | 10.5 x 26.1 x 20.6 cm; 1.36 Kilograms |
| Origin: | Japan |
Brilliant item arrived very promptly
Device arrived well packaged and on time. Security code was required to ensure delivery to the correct person and tracking was great allowing me to know when it would arrive.
A six-year old's dream present!
This is such a good games’ device for a younger player, as well as his grandpa! There are, we have found, precious few games truly suited to even a bright and competent six-year-old, so choose with care.
We have found Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Captain Toad Treasure Tracker to be at least useable without frustration as both can be set so as the character cannot “die”. Racing games are all too fast for a youngster, and can be very frustrating but, if you really was one, Sonic Superstars is proving great fun, nonetheless, without too much frustration.
First Nintendo since N64
Im not a big game player these days, SNES was my era and never bettered, and thought the handheld/TV options were just a gimmick, but its actually a fantastic idea in practice. Great to pick up and play, or settle in front of the tv for a proper experience.
Enjoyed Breath of the Wild, but Tears of the Kingdom not quite as engaging. Early days though.
Great for games
The battery life on the switch is perfect. Lasts about 5/6 hours for me at the moment. Although I suppose it depends on what game you’re playing.
The games on the store have a great collection and you get points with them too to save on future purchases which is nice.
You can even buy game cards for it from eBay or CEX second hand which is nice since they are often significantly cheaper.
It’s fast and doesn’t seem to have any problems playing any of my games at the moment.
It comes with lots of accessories straight out of the box which is amazing. Had its own HDMI cable for the tv setting as well as the dock for this too.
Comes with a controller to insert the controllers into as well to make it feel a bit more like a console.
I like that you can use each controller separately for multiplayer games (Mario kart of course) and it comes with accessories you need for each controller to do this!
Having a usb C charger is great as I slowly seem to have more and more of these with various devices so I always have something to charge it with.
It does have a lot of storage already but I can see how this could quickly fill up so I’m glad it has a micro and card slot to make sure I always have enough space for the games.
Overall it’s a great way to play the games I love!
Nintendo switch
I am quite ancient (76) and after playing Mario with my 5 years old grandaughter thought it was time to revisit Nintendo again. I used to have a Nintendo Wii and enjoyed that. I haven’t used the Switch much yet but will look forward to it in the next few weeks. I bought Mario Kart, Sonic, Brain Games and Sports to go with it.
My second console for the home.
Loving it. Although I’ve only really bought one to finally play Pokmon games on it. However I now have access to Nintendo exclusives I’ve previously had no access too. Having never owned a Nintendo Console in years. I was a Playstation Fanboy. Didn’t like it. So I changed. Glad I did.
This new Oled model is actually larger than previous Switch models I’ve been told. However the Oled screen runs beautifully. Fantastic resolution for what is now a previous gen console. The Nswitch as well can be played on a large screen don’t forget. It comes with a unit you can plug in two leads. That enables use of the Console. This not only allows playback on a TV screen but it also charges the Nswitch when your not using it. It also comes with a mini pad you connect the two joypads to. That gives you a more classic console feel for playing games on a large screen with.
However my personal preference is for the Handheld play. Once you get used to it. I think it’s rare you’ll be going back to Large Television play. Especially if you have a different Console readily set-up at home. Which is my situation. But it’s still good to have that option,in case a console at home suddenly breaks down or something like that.
Overall it’s a 3 thumb’s up from me for the Nintendo Switch. I’m just going back to play Pokmon after writing this review.
Great quality. 10 year old was thrilled!
I bought this for my 10 year old grandson for Christmas. He was thrilled with it. Quality is great. Apparently it’s had an upgrade, so it can be charged on its’ stand, rather than a plug.( He would review in greater depth, I’m just the Grandma)!!
The Nintendo Switch OLED is a fantastic iteration that elevates the gaming experience to new heights. The enhanced picture quality on the vibrant OLED screen is an absolute delight, making every game pop with vividness and clarity that truly mesmerizes.
One of its standout features is the improved battery life, allowing for extended gaming sessions without interruption. However, it’s understandable to wish for a “next-gen” leap in performance, considering the evolving gaming landscape.
Despite this longing, the Switch OLED beautifully bridges the gap between familiarity and innovation, offering a refined and immersive gaming experience that caters to both casual players and dedicated enthusiasts. Nintendo continues to prove its mastery in crafting consoles that captivate and entertain, making the Switch OLED a worthwhile investment for any gaming aficionado.
Full and pretty long Nintendo Switch OLED review, from a serious gamer.
Ummed and arred about this console for quite some time before taking the plunge and buying it with a bundle, case, game and SD card. I have other individual reviews for those products on my profile. When I say I am serious about gaming I am playing at least 5 times a week have been playing now for over 2 decades and have had all the latest consoles, handhelds and PC’s so am confident I can give a full review of this console. I haven’t purchased online so couldn’t comment on that side of the Switch but everything else I have engaged with.
First of nice and simple I like it I’m also glad I have it. The OLED Switch is the one I think you should go for in my personal opinion, having played on the normal Switch and seeing the size of the Lite Switch I feel like for the extra money the OLED is the best choice. Also the Switch lite is unable to dock and remove it’s controllers which is half the point of the Switch in my opinion. The blacks and colours really pop on the small OLED screen, and the majority of games really do look visually great. (More on the TV bit later.) You get that little bit extra screen size with the OLED but at no extra addition to the console size. The screen size is really decent, I was surprised in a good way that I wasn’t struggling to see everything on the screen or read text. Mainly as they know the games are on Switch zoom in and the text becomes enlarged so you can easily read it. Hand held visuals I’d rate 8/10.
The games are really well done, as anyone will know Nintendo know what they are doing, and you get the full Nintendo experience here, it is one that they have perfected over the years. There are also new ones to engage with new player, but veterans will feel at home with returning classics and updated character games which make you feel right at home. The online store too also has what seems like an endless (it isn’t) number of games on sale all the time, it’s around about 1100 at any one given time, these range from really basic games that are only found on the store which can be 0.90 or the known Nintendo titles that have 20% off the main price. But there is something for everyone some of the smaller titles are fun, well designed and easy going, I have enjoyed both Lost in Bermuda and Trifox games from the store which I picked up for next to nothing. This is really nice coming from console and PC gaming were the price of gams can exceed 100 so paying 90p is a really nice change. Even the cheap games are well done too which is nice, it seems like the developers do take their time with the games, I assume that this is the case as the switch store is the only store front where you can sell games for the switch platform. Games I’d rate 9/10
The console itself is a nice design visually one that does look simple yet modern. However I feel like it could be a little too flat/ thin for those used to a controller or with slightly larger hands. Whilst you can buy ergonomic attachments or stand-alone controllers, this is for the standard controllers that come with the Switch. I fell as if the Steam Deck design is far superior the thicker handles fit in the hand much better for comfortability and for longer periods of gaming. The charging point too is also at the bottom, which gets in the way more than you might think and you unable to stand the console up really when charging, without bending or resting the console on the charging cable, something I don’t like doing. The stand and buttons that you press do feel good too, my only gripe is the back bumper buttons aren’t spaced as well as I would have liked and those with slightly larger fingers may find it hard to hit the right bumper button as required. Having said that for children which is probably the larger intended audience it probably works really well, also there is no stick drift for me yet, and the buttons feel like they have been designed to last for a long time. Design/ ergonomics of the console I’d rate 6/10.
The TV mode is the big, advertised part of the Switch and probably why it got its name. This is something I really haven’t done all that much, but I will say that I have a 4k 32″ all singing all dancing gaming monitor which on my PC looks gorgeous, absolutely stunning visuals, (review on my page.) Now I know it isn’t as powerful yes and I wasn’t expecting it to be as good but I wasn’t exactly blown away (I played Lego Star Wars,) again it’s ok but I wasn’t impressed, its 720p output really isn’t all that much in today’s market with ultra 4k, ray tracing and the works, so I’ve kept mine in handheld mode pretty much 99% of the time of ownership. As I have a PC this really wasn’t my intended use for the Switch so if it is something you’re thinking about having as a main home entertainment system for the TV I would look at the Xbox series S, for slightly cheaper you’re going to get a much better picture. Visual for TV mode I’d give a 4/10.
The portability factor is good. Its big enough that you can see a lot of stiff on the screen at any one given time, but its small enough to fit into my jogging bottom front pocket and fits into a bag and can be easily carried around without weighing you down all day. It’s something that I like to be able to pick up and put down I can take it to work play a couple levels of Mario and then put it away again ready for whenever that maybe. Having a case is a must, as the joy cons could easily get damaged as well as the screen could become easily scratched if it is lose in a bag all day. Portability I’d rate 10/10.
Overall, I really do genuinely love the Switch, I recently sold my consoles as I am fully PC now but have still kept my switch. The games are great its portable and it looks surprisingly good in handheld mode on the OLED variant. Yes, the ergonomics aren’t perfect and yes, I would like it if they were better as we know it is possible as we have the Steam deck to prove that they can be better. However, if it is that much of an issue there are excellent 3rd party add-ons you can get to make the Switch more comfortable for those longer game sessions. This is something I think people of all ages and game abilities will like, the majority of games are fun, and it’s nice not to have to shoot something all the time for once, (there are shooters for those of you who want them.) I highly recommend it for handheld gaming at home or on the move, I wouldn’t recommend it if you are looking for this as your only gaming console and your looking to play this mostly on a TV, I would as mentioned have to recommend a PS4/5 or Xbox s/x for gaming on the TV.
Hope this helps someone make their decision, I think you’ll like it from what I have experienced with the Switch so far.
Worth the upgrade
This new updated Switch OLED, really is worth the upgrade. It has 64GB of memory, twice what the original Switch has and the console is faster at updates and loading games. I really like the console in handheld mode though. With it’s new OLED screen it is much clearer to play games on the move, and has better battery life too. So I can play it in handheld mode during the day, and play it on my TV in the evenings, whilst it recharges. Overall it is worth every penny. I would highly recommend this new Switch OLED console.
My Nintendo Switch is working as a treat now and it is my Birthday present that Thanks Amazo
This Nintendo Switch is absolutely Smashing Delicious and amazing because this morning we got to check our Spyro game is okay and yes it is fine and superb because the graphics is absolutely Smashing Delicious and amazing because there is no lagging and glitching what’s so ever which is a brucie bonus for me and I am so happy that my Nintendo Switch is working as a treat now which is great news and it is a fully fledged Nintendo Switch and I giving my Nintendo Switch 10 out of 10 because my Nintendo Switch haven’t got any complaints and problems what’s so ever so that’s good news.
Upgraded from older switch
I wanted to upgrade from my older switch and was pleasantly impressed with the OLED, I enjoy the white dock and joy cons looks perfect next to my PS5! Screen is a nice upgrade aswell and the battery life is great too!
Why did i wait so long???
I am a great gamer. I always have the latest console and a pile of adventure and sim games. Until i slipped up!! I didn’t buy the Switch. Never thought there was a need for it if i am honest, Christmas was coming up hard on 2022 and Santa decided i had been a good girl….in short i got my 1st Switch. I powered it up and turned it on after inserting a pokemon game Pokemon violet…..ooooohhhh, i suddenly saw exactly what i had been missing. Cheez & crackerz!!! I was and am still in love. Now, this particular console was my second, if you read the saga of the shroom charging dock you will see why, i got it for a great price from Amazon which took a little of the sting out of HAVING to buy another console. That said, would i be without my Switch??? Not on your Nelly!!! My Animal crossing new horizons game is my constant companion. Wake up, ablutions, coffee, then animal crossing for an hour – also now i have Fae farm, excellent game btw i alternate a little. The sound is fantastic, i don’t hear well, so that says something. The graphics are seamless, beautiful a real escape from the grey texture the real World is carrying since the dreaded C word. Quite honestly, i am ecstatic i have my console and it has given me hours, days, nae….months of joy. I love this item, i bought a carry case and slip it over my shoulder when i’m out anywhere. Does that say a lot about my life, probably! But it says a lot about Nintendo Switch. There is a list, a sheer litany of games. Point and click adventures, none losing anything in the transfer, Pokemon old and new bigger and better, adventure games new and older, puzzles, sports, the point is there really is something for everyone. The console is easy to setup, easy to setup on your huge tv couple of HDMI cables popped in and away you go. The console is very intuitive, silky and smooth and the buttons are just in the right places. I cannot extol the virtues of it enough. Something i especially love is…..since Covid, people seem to be less tolerant of each other and i am noticing games like AnimalCrossing & Fae farm is teaching the younger kids how to be kind, they also speak to children instead of at them….teaching them about obscure types of fish,animals etcetera. I truly enjoy yhe Switch and when i feel a little low, i drop into one of my sim games and lose my worries for a time. I love Nintendo consoles and boast having most if not them all. This one to me so far is the best. Here endeth war and peace!!!
Great family console
I’ve wanted a switch for a while and finally decided to get one. First month and I’ve already bought 9 games altogether. Had a lot of fun on here so far and though I am only purchasing Nintendo exclusives and co-op games, there is still a wide range of games to try out and play on the go. It’s better than sitting at my pc all day, I can just take the switch outside and play for hours as the battery life is great for what it is. My only complaints are the 720p screen and 30fps for most games. The Oled is fantastic though 🙂
This Oled Nintendo Switch caught my attention last week. Having been away from the gaming scene for a good few years I was unaware that Nintendo had released an updated Switch console. I originally purchased two Nintendo Switch since the first release and a number of games which have all remained unopened and safely stored just because I haven’t had a great amount of spare time to get back into gaming from my days of playing on the Wii & Wii U.
After a few hours of reading up and comparing specs I thought the Oled switch could just be all hype but I couldn’t stop thinking about it so decided to buy the White version and whilst awaiting its arrival got one of the originals in preparation to comparing them for myself.
The price on Amazon was the best I could find direct from a store (14 cheaper than Curry’s for example) Yes, there was a number of listings on eBay for a New console but what about warranty, returns and whether or not it would actually be New? So having Prime, the New Oled Switch was ordered and delivered the next day and from my previous research I was aware of the differences in spec and immediately liked the clean Black & White appearance of the Oled. Out of the box everything (apart from colour, the bigger stand and the addition of the Ethernet Slot) looked the same as the original. Having them side by side I powered them both up – that’s when I immediately noticed the difference. Being the overall same size in dimensions I was really surprised at the actual difference in screen size and the picture quality is far superior – I set both consoles on the same screen settings and wow the Oled is a real step up. Moving onto the sound, again the upgraded console is much better. The stand is a great improvement too far more stable than the smaller pull out stand and far less chance of it snapping off I’m sure.
So, the original has been re packed awaiting my decision on what to do with the two of them and the new oled is now in pride of place set up to the TV in readiness to enjoy endless hours of gaming. I await the delivery of a White Ethernet cable to check out this aspect so no comment re this at this moment. To be honest I’m not expecting to be able to say much as I’m not an online gamer but never say never !
So if your thinking of upgrading or simply buying a Nintendo Switch for the first time the Oled, in my opinion, is definitely worth that little bit more cash and the 5 things for me that are far superior is the White colour addition, the stand stability, the upgrade to 64GB of storage and both the screen and sound quality. These are all vast improvements.
Great fun with the kids
Had a switch lite I used to use to play with the kids when they on their switch normal ones, decided to be a grown up and get the big daddy, the bigger screen is a welcome upgrade over the lite, and much better than it can be docked if needed for the rare occasio
Wonderful
The device itself is really nice I travel a lot and take it with me when I don’t I still use it a home the device itself is really nice the issue it the Nintendo games are expensive so if you want to buy one get ready to spend at least 30-40 pounds average on each game
It’s easy to use this I just plugged it in selected my options like internet and language and it took about 30 seconds to set up and before I knew it I was staring at the home page, controllers work right off the bat and are easily detachable and the OLED version has a very big and nice resolution screen, though when I plugged into charge it took all my might to unplug it which could lead to damage to the port apart from that solid console.
I have looked at the Switch for some time and owned The SNES, N64, GC and Wii but despite the positive reviews not bought a Switch. Was actually hoping for N64 mini. The online N64 content had me pull the trigger and buy a Switch. Ocarina Of Time is my favourite game of all time and playing it again is worth the cost of the Switch for me. With the N64 wireless controller, I could not be happier. I know there are other ways of using emulators but to me this is the best way. Whilst the Joy Cons are good, I picked up a third party controller as I prefer a more conventional joypad. Picked up NFS cheaply and it satisfies me no longer playing Forza. I may finally get rid of my N64 which even upscaled cannot match the Switch. I would add it is nice having Goldeneye available also although it feels a little glitchy to me. Hoping to see Perfect Dark added to the online content in the future. I think Nintendos priority has always been the gameplay where other systems seem to go for graphics and extended video sequences.
I absolutely LOVE my OLED Switch!!! I never had the original switch so I can’t compare it to the OG model however I know there isn’t any difference in power (there is double the amount of memory however) I’ve had almost every Nintendo console and recently started playing on my old GBA SP and decided it was time to get on the switch! I was not disappointed! Love that I can play AAA games on a handheld console and also bringing Pokmon to life on a big screen is amazing! Last game I’d played was the orginal Gen 1 games Red/Blue/Yellow so playing Let’s Go Pikachu and Scarlet/Violet is the biggest nostalgia kick ever feel like I’m reliving my childhood! Zelda Breath of the Wild looks fantastic! Whilst Mario Kart, Nintendo sports and smash bros are fun games you can play as a family (the joy con controllers are great for my 6 yo as they’re tiny compared to ps/Xbox controllers)
Nintendo Switch (OLED Model)
While i bought this for a family member for there birthday i was pleasantly surprised by the updated model while only subtle differences it is a marked improvement.
a larger screen goes from a 6.2inch to a 7inch being the most noticeable difference. the internal memory has also been expanded from 32GB to 64GB although both switch models OLED and non OLED screened can still be further expanded 2TB by using a micro SD card.
Its also nice to see that you don’t have to buy an Ethernet adapter now if you want to use the LAN port its now in-built into the dock itself.
The audio does sound better than the original switch it does seem to have more depth. While the battery life has been increased although it does depend on the game your playing.
The kickstand does seem to also be improved.
While some people who play the switch docked mostly will probably say it mostly the same which in truth is correct however, if you haven’t already used a switch before or your old one broke then i would suggest the newer OLED is a better choice than the original switch.
The OLED is more vibrant and the colours produced are richer with better contrast its more easy on the eye than the previous model.
For me the only criticism are the joy con controllers even though the person i gave this too will look after the console these things still somehow seem to fail quickly so if your thinking of buying one i would upgrade to a split pad style controller.
Amazing Upgrade
The graphics definitely look better, and the scaled-up screen is appealing. For the price point, it’s definitely worth it as a first/new Nintendo Switch.
Compared to my old Switch, it is slightly bigger in general, meaning some components and accessories will not fit both models. Luckily, the charging port is the same, so you can connect to the dock and charge with no extra accessories. For cases, stickers, screen protectors, covers etc. they are not one-size-fits-all.
I haven’t tried yet, but I hope the controllers are the same regardless. I’m sure pairing won’t be a problem, but I wish there were more customization options and accessories available.
I have noticed that the OLED generates more heat faster than the original model. I tried dimming the brightness and lowering the volume, but the fan whirred like crazy after 2 hours of using the OLED. I advise taking breaks here and there from the Switch if in handheld mode.
Don’t forget that you’re not just paying this price for the OLED Switch; it comes with accessories that adapt to your playing style. Switch accessory bundles are around 25-50, and screen protectors are 5-10. If buying second hand, expect to pay 200-250 for the console itself.
Having had Switch from launch and played for hundreds of hours (Zelda, Splatoon, Mario even Fortnite!) it was getting a bit old though still ok.
If you’re playing mobile, yes the screen is a huge upgrade. Totally worth it despite the cost. 1in at this size is a huge upgrade and the colours/contrast really enhance all games. Yep, you’ll go back to replay the games you’ve played a few years ago it is that good.
The build is also much better, feels much solid and you can finally use the stand. On the downside it will be harder to customise the back.
64gb also makes a good difference to store your most used games; instead of 2-3 now you can fit 6-7 and place your least used to SD. Placement of SD slot is also better.
Dock is also nicer and if you ever do play docked, Ethernet makes a good upgrade. Yes you can find ASIX usb adapters but for most people finding compatible, reliable devices was not easy.
Sadly, Nintendo should have let the new chipset rip and not reduced clocks to provide more battery time – or God forbid – provide an option. Some games could really use the 15-25% performance improvement – as is you do get much better battery time (w.r.t. the original) perhaps as much as 2x which some people will appreciate.
Wifi has also not improved at all, especially Mesh use is pretty bad with the client (Switch) stubbornly refusing to move to a better AP and randomly doing so at the worst time. The antennas could also be better with link speed low unless you’re next to the AP…
All in all if you have a launch Switch and play mobile then it’s still 100% worth it. Otherwise, perhaps not, depending on its condition, perhaps keep the money for games.
So start by saying that due to the lack of stock in Portugal in the main retailers I chose to buy outside the European Union (in this case Amazon UK, since Amazon ES had no stock) I was a little afraid because I was afraid that the order could come wrong and/or damaged, but thank god it was not the case, as you can see in the pictures it arrived without any problem and with the “bonus” product that I asked for, in addition to being 100% operational, for now I will give it 4 stars because I still haven’t been able to test for a long time due to work, in 1 week I will give 5 stars or below 4 depending on what I think of my experience. Bearing in mind that this is my first ever Switch.
*Update*
So after 1 week of testing with the console I can finally give my opinion about it and I hope I can help some of you who still have doubts about the product. For starters I must say that if you have the Nintendo Switch V2 I don’t recommend upgrading to the Oled model, why? Because, you will be paying 50 more pounds / euros (depending on your country) just for a screen with 0.8 mm more BUT if it’s your first Switch don’t look at either the V2 or the Lite if you can spend a little more take it the OLED. It is a very beautiful console in terms of design and the OLED screen is something special.
Now speaking in terms of games, I can only give an example with Assassin’s Creed III Remastered since it is (for now) the only game I have, the port of AC3 for Switch is quite good considering the console’s limitation but still they have some bugs in relation, for example, to the PC version, but I really liked the remodeling they did to run it on the Switch, but I still don’t consider it one of the best games for the switch, if I were you I would buy one of the ones I’m going to put under:
– Pokemon Legends Arceus
-Super Mario Odyssey
– Pokmon Brilliant Diamond / Shining Pearl
– Zelda: Breath of the Wild
But again for the console’s limitation it’s a very well done port. The battery (Doubt that many people have) does not have an exact number of hours, it depends on many factors such as: The game the console is running, Brightness Intensity, etc. In my case, with the brightness at maximum and running AC3 the battery lasts about 4h to 4h30 (which is quite a lot, believe me).
Recommendations that I propose for your Switch, buy some “grips” for the protection of the joysticks, a tempered glass, (I recommend the Tempered glass that I put in the photos of Ivoler, very good quality and it takes less than 1 minute to install which is quite simple) and a Bag and/or backpack for your OLED Switch, and if u buy it in Amazon UK but u live in European Union buy an Adapter UK to EU plug. And that’s all I hope it helped you in your decision.
Nintendo Switch OLED model Box Content:
-Nintendo Switch Oled model (Screen and 2 Joy-con)
-Nintendo Switch Dock (ready to 4K videos)
-Two Joy-Con wrist strap accessories
-Joy-Con grip accessory
-Nintendo Switch AC adapter (Again if u are not living in UK buy an adapter to your plug)
-HDMI cable
Fantastic Switch version, the best of all the released models that have come ou
For me, the extra price of this model are worth it compared to the base model. For those who may not know, the OLED screen makes a big difference in handheld mode. The blacks are more solid and the other colours are very vibrant. The extra screen margin really makes a difference and helps in tabletop mode.
In docked mode, the new dock boasts a LAN port for a cat5 cable if you are someone that enjoys faster download speeds and less latency when playing online.
The sound of the unit is better than the traditional model. The new kickstand is much better and more stable overall. It gives you many angles to play with. The unit feels more professional and sleek compared to the older version. Overall, the unit is worth the extra price.
it works fine everything works well but i got the UK version n i cant use that here it’s not too big a problem i’ll just buy a new charge
it works fine everything works well but i got the UK version n i cant use that here it’s not too big a problem i’ll just buy a new charge
Just to make this clear, this is an actual deal for the OLED switch. It’s nice having an option under $400. $365 when I bought it, so only $15 over actual market price. Received about 1 week after purchase with no issues. No damages, no refurbish stamps, it’s actually brand new. Only catch is that it’s from the UK, so your gonna be getting it with a UK power adapter (not a US power adapter). Don’t worry tho, this is hardly an issue tho. You can just buy a US one separately from just about anywhere from $15 – $30. Or just buy a universal power adapter for about $10. The switch it’s self could care less which one you use, the only difference is good it’s gonna plug into your wall. A small price to pay for not getting ripped off by other Amazon Scalpers.
I really enjoy it and only spent 350 aka the original price only issue was it came with a uk plug and I live in the us but it wasn’t a big deal bc everything takes usb c nowadays so I had a ton lying around but overall really good
I really enjoy it and only spent 350 aka the original price only issue was it came with a uk plug and I live in the us but it wasn’t a big deal bc everything takes usb c nowadays so I had a ton lying around but overall really good
So this is a review for all the people in the US who are worried about purchasing from Amazon UK. DO IT. The purchase cost enough that your get DHL express delivery I was told that my purchase would get to me in almost 2 weeks that couldn’t have been more of a lie. My package’s longest phase was waiting for the actual package to get moved to a sorting facility after that in two days it went from London to my front door. I live in Virginia and when I say it went from London to Cincinnati to in 5 more hours Virginia to in another hour and 30 minutes my front door. Absolutely unreal! 10 minutes of set up and 20 minutes of downloads later I’m playing smash with my girlfriend making her question why she would ever decide to date someone who uses Wario as his main and scream we’ll ain’t that a bag of muffins! Anyway for a product review it’s a switch buy it good games great fun good value the oled screen is nice and bright feels very much so bigger and better quality this is the switch that should have came out in the first place. Yes it comes with a UK charger get an adapter or buy a new charger. It’s not that big of a deal. But great service quick shipping and a good product. 10/10 would buy again so I could destroy my girlfriend in Mario kart.
Got a replacement charge
The switch itself works just fine but the only reason I was able to play and charge it was because my sister has a Nintendo switch light charger. I don’t know where I’m supposed to plug this in or if this charger was intended to come with the switch. Actively trying to have the charger replaced.
Edit: I reached out to customer support and Anna quickly helped me resolve the problem. Short hold time and extremely nice. Product is great just make sure you don’t get the international one if you’re from the US.
A fantastic upgrade!
Having had my original Switch for over 3 years, which was still working great, I wanted to upgrade.
Yes I was also doubtful of the difference but honestly, I’m so glad I did.
The screen is just so much better than the first version, more colourful, sharper and slightly larger. I only tend to play in handheld mode but the dock is much better having been revised and upgraded too, along with a slightly larger onboard memory and beautiful sleek white joycons.
Is it worth upgrading? Absolutely.
Great price and speedy delivery by Amazon too!
Oh and if you’re looking to get a case, try the one with the magnetic cover! A must for handheld use and comes with two screen protectors which went on like a charm.
Nintendo Switch OLED is here
I’m happy to report that the switcharrived safely. It’s the most significant purchase I’ve made this year. Because of the global chip shortage, purchasing a Nintendo OLED is still worthwhile.
Complacida!
Excelente! En perfectas condiciones y en el mejor tiempo. Todas sus partes funcionan correctamente.
No s si fue el mejor precio pero cuando deseas ver a tu hija feliz y est en tus posibilidades no se piensa mucho!
100% worth the upgrade
Coming from the switch v2 to this oled model has blown me away. What came to mind when I first played doom, Mario kart, and need for speed on the oled for the first time the other day is the feeling of playing an hdr game for the first time. The screen is simply stunning and miles better than I’d expected. The larger size 7 inch compared to 6.2 inch makes such a bigger difference in reality and playing in hand held mode which is 100% of my switch play is just amazing now. But the oled part of the screen just makes more stuff visible and gives the graphics better depth and the colours are vivid and really pop honestly if you play handheld then you have to upgrade you won’t be disappointed. In terms of battery life I am getting better life maybe an extra hour I would say with the oled versus v2. Also the reduced pixel density due to the same resolution on a slightly bigger screen is absolutely not an issue, if anything things look even better and sharper and you can see more because of the oled technology.
A few other pointsthe joy cons and dock all work and are interchangeable so my black joy cons on my v2 work on the new oled and vice versa and also both switches can be docked in either dock no problem. The build quality of the oled is in a different league also, more solid and not creaky and a stronger premium feel in the hand and to look at. The new kick stand is a joy and I’ve had no issue at all inserting game cards or micro sd in the relevant slots. Finally weirdly even though there are no hardware upgrades I have found that scrolling through Nintendo e shop games is a lot faster.
All in all if you play switch handheld you just have to upgrade, absolute game changer.
Switch OLED screen, speakers, and stand are worthwhile upgrades, esp for handheld gaming
I was skeptical about whether the Switch OLED would be worthwhile buying as I already owned the regular Switch, but was delighted with how it improved handheld gaming with much improved screen and speakers. It brought a new life to games with high contrast and strong colors, such as Metroid Dread and Hyperlight Drifter. Not worth it for just TV gaming, but if you enjoy portable and handheld gaming then it’s a significant improvement on the original Switch.
Worth getting for mario games
Only thing I don’t like about Nintendo is there could be a bigger selection of games.id only get it if there is a game you really want to play because the online is pretty dead.always someone online on mario kart but no matchmaking on crash bandicoot racing game. Nintendo really need to get the servers updated already if its not been done already… I’m assuming it hasn’t because its still pretty bad. Screen quality is on point and the switch as a whole though.
Una pantalla impresionante.
La pantalla oled se ve muy bien, mejora mucho la experiencia al jugar en modo sobremesa y porttil. Contar con un puerto lan en el dock la experiencia al momento de jugar en lnea mejora mucho.
Was looking everywhere to purchase my gf the new switch saw this on one of the tech forums I read a lot and noticed the link straight to this beauty. My gf has been playing it non stop without any issues. Only thing to think about (which I did not) is that it’s from the UK meaning it’s going to have their power adapters. Keep that in mind if you’re not from the UK. Overall great purchase! Price wasn’t too bad considering you can’t find them anywhere at a reasonable price.
Amazing scree
Close to giving it 5 stars but it’s not a lot better than the pervious version given the price. If you here that another version is coming in 2022, I would wait.
Muy buen producto
Me encant, a pesar que vino con el cargador de UK (porque el envo fue realizado por amazon uk) compr un adaptador que va de maravilla. La Nintendo vino en perfectas condiciones y a un precio de venta recomendable. Le doy 5 estrellas sin dudarlo 🙂
The oled upgrade and screen size makes the new switch far more playable as a stand alone console.
Well worth getting for a handheld console, a very high quality display with inky blacks making games pop with colour and depth. Feels a bit dated played on a tv though unless you’re playing on a small screen.
Great for handheld players!
If you prefer playing hand held this is the best switch on the market for you! I have the old one and upgraded to this one because I play mostly handheld but if you’re not too fussed the older model will work just as well for you.
I wa salittle worried since this item ran out same day of release and I didn’t wanted to be scammed or fooled. But item is all right. Brand new and all ok.
I just bought this after reading the multiple reviews stating it was the Us version. It was in fact the UK adapter version sent. All good, I’ll just buy a us adapter. But at least I got a switch for an early Xmas gift to myself
Surprised myself how much I love this upgrade!
I only got the OLED model Switch because I had a 100 voucher to use and so it didn’t feel like such a crime to spend 209 on what seemed like a very small upgrade.
Now with hindsight on my side I’m pretty confident that I would buy it at full price. The bigger, clearer screen is beautiful, the battery is significantly better (at least than the V1) and I for one struggle to enjoy my v1 now that I have this beauty in my life.
Worth the upgrade tbh!
I was not too sure when Nintendo first announced this model. However having a base switch model (albeit a diablo 3 edition) I felt the better battery as well as the screen upgrade and kickstand were worth it, and Oh boy they are!
Firstly, the screen is amazing, particles in games that have them, show even better , smaller details feel clearer with the larger screen (some games wont as the resolution was not increased). Bayonetta 2 for instance is simply amazing on the OLed, pretty much any mainline nintendo entry is also incredible and pops with colour!
The upgraded speakers are noticeable for me, however I did not used to play my older switch model undocked as often!
Kickstand upgrade while seeming simple, is such a boon, being able to adjust and set it to any angle within its range of movement is great!
Lastly, if you have larger hands like myself, i recommend a controller grip for portable play, something like a satisfy grip (their are cheaper alternatives)
I am loving my new oled Nintendo switch!! It was well worth the upgrade and the seller I looked for and picked was fast, paid attention to my request and great to work with! I have no regrets and my games look great on the new switch.. the price was reasonable and fair I wasn’t scalped and Im so happy!!
Pros are simple. The OLED version has a bigger screen and more onboard storage along with a better graphics adapter and a LAN port in the docking bay.
The cons are that swapping the micro SD card from your old switch needs it to be reformatted for this version and all Eshop games to be reinstalled so it’ll be a few hours or days depending on download speeds to be able to be play ready.
Other points are the basic white bay is rather slick in design and the joycons if you’re playing in the dark don’t seem brighter like the neon blue and red ones can under certain tv lighting. All in all definitely a good upgrade from the standard switch.
Thoughts of a 51 year old gamer dad.
I wish people would stop faulting the system because of People’s Greed. The Switch isn’t at fault – it’s scalpers and resellers that use bots to buy up all the stock in a heartbeat and then resell at 2-5 times MSRP. The problem with the current Pre-Order system is merchants like Wally, Amazonian, Besties Buy, and others allow this practice to continue to happen. Your anger needs to be directed at them for not doing something to prevent this. Limiting sales of 1 per house hold, Address, or verified IP address would limit this but all these retailers seem either too dumb or just don’t care to enact it because they are selling their stock. This same issue has happened with PS5s and the newer Xbox’s too. However Tar-ja does limit their sales. Which is how I was able to get a system for my son and myself. One of each color. Anyway I didn’t want this to be the review of the purchase – because I understand peoples frustration, just they are taking their anger out on the product instead of the real reason that is upsetting them.
As to the Switch OLED, it is by far the superior system. There is a premium feel to this new unit compared to the older version. For and extra $50 you are getting double memory space out of the box, a true glass OLED screen which makes your whole library of Switch games come back alive. There is no comparison.the OLED screen is stunningly beautiful. You can really tell on any game that has black on screen. Luigi’s Mansion, Metroid Dread, and any underground Mario level, and Breath of the Wild will simply take your breath awayagain. Then the build quality is just incredible. The bezel on the front (what there is of it) is metal, the body length kick stand and side rails are all metal. So, Joy Cons not only lock into place but feel incredibly sturdy this time around. No Hamburglar “wobble wobble” – if you get that joke you’re my people. A newer designed dock with has 4K upscaling built in? And the included HDMI cable is also 4K compatible this time around.those all inflate the cost of production so I can’t see that being a coincidence. Nintendo has plans to use those upgrades. So all the complaints I’ve heard about the $50 price bump seem nonsensical. I’d honestly say it’s worth more then $350 but Nintendo did what it did to keep it at that price point – including scaling down the packaging this time around to save on cost where they could.which I would rather have more system and less cardboard.
So when you can, and find these in the wild or back on retail shelves – Don’t line a scalpers pocket – you should definitely upgrade your system if you’re a Nintendo fan. I personally love the system and my son loves his. They were well worth the retail price.
Best purchase in ages
I cannot fault this console so far. We have been playing Mario oddessey , lunges mansion, Mario kart ,donkey kong amongst others and its great. We bought the carry case off amazon to store it all in and are really pleased how easy it is to take away and use in the car etc. Controllers are great on their own and we have extra and a dock to charge all 4. We love the black and white colour as it matches other things we have . This is the best fun in ages and suitable for my 6 year old to just grab and play!
Hours of fu
The past couple of days I have been playing splatoon 2 and I am loving it so far! The LED works wonderfully, the picture is beautiful 4k quality and the Oled arrived in perfect conditio
What an amazing switch
Had a switch lite used a normal switch and now as a birthday present have an Oled. I have the black and white version. The screen colour is really improved. The dock is also really improved in the actual material it’s made of. I cannot see how this one should scratch up the switch as the docks of the older switch model did. I would have liked to have received a nice glossy booklet with more instructions in but never mind. The Oled is heavier but you can easily get stands for it and use the grip that comes with it. Do I recommend this particular switch 100% I do.
BUY IT
I wanted to get a switch for a little while but I never trust buying expensive products on Amazon cuz you never know what would happen but I order this yesterday and got it today it cam wrapped and protected very nice stylish device good for on the go the screen is a nice size the graphics oh my god amazing I haven’t yet played any games as their downloading and it’s on charge but I’m so happy this little device works miracle
Well worth it!
I absolutely love this! Especially the kickstand.
Brilliant!
Definitely feels more premium with the console unit made from metal and the screen made from (glass)?
Screen protector put on immediately to avoid scratches or that.
Unlike my other switch, which was the original. I Definitely do not want this damaged AT ALL.
Switch oled！！！
Grea
I think I just got lucky that I came on one day and they had some for preorder, now it did arrive way past the release date but still it’s great. My first ever Switch so im really impressed.
Stunning 😍 😍 😍 a worthy upgrade
I wasn’t sure whether to buy this when it was first announced. I already owned the original switch released in March 2017 so was disappointed a switch pro wasn’t announced. I ended up pre ordering and I’m so glad I did. This is a stunning console, the new oled screen really improves the game colours, the improved sound, the updated kickstand and the design improvements on the docking Station not to mention the original switch had a poor battery. I’d say if on the fence about upgrading do it. You won’t be disappointed.
Amazing Switch, exactly the same (well, almost!) as the original but now with an OLED screen. The first thing you notice is the build quality of the Switch OLED, which is a lot more premium.
The screen is gorgeous and colours really pop. I’ve noticed the pixels are more noticeable as the resolution is the same, but the screen size has gone up to 7″. The screen however is now more laminated (and made from glass instead of plastic) which is excellent.
The kickstand is a real “standout” feature as well. Fully adjustable, made from metal and much more sturdy. It’s really changed the way I play my Switch, as I hardly ever used the original kickstand as it was quite poor/flimsy.
The new white joycons are really nice (although mine were a little scuffed from the box, which was disappointing).
Overall, definitely worth buying over the original V2 model. It’s still the same Switch we know and love, and plays all of your Switch library. If you play both docked mode and need portability, this is a great console. If you only play portable, the lite may be worth considering instead.
Just got it for the screen!
Amazing screen in all honesty, but that’s typical for OLED anyways. Vibrant colours and deep blacks. The hardware is essentially the same except for some minor improvements. Battery life is supposed to be better but only time will tell. I did lie there about the hardware however, the v1 can be hacked (Nintendo couldn’t patch it since it was a hardware modification was needed) so of you are into the homebrew scene avoid. You can always own both and enjoy the benefits. Also the white casing is neat!
Quality Product!! No so much the Joycons…
I love the new futuristic and clean design of this Nintendo model and actually feels well made with a much more sturdier and stronger stand, those paper thin grilles at the back have been replaced with metal mesh grills, the screen looks to be brighter and the battery life is longer lasting, the dock won’t scratch the screen as much as it’s now made of a glossy plastic instead of a rough plastic and the buttons on the top have been redesigned. One thing that Nintendo haven’t fixed yet is the Joy-cons. They’re still susceptible to stop locking on overtime and seems like the only part that seems flimsy, it wobbles just like on the normal switch. Other than that, it’s worth the extra 30 as it’s that much better than the Nintendo even though the internals are similar and would recommend if you’re looking for a new Nintendo.
As someone who has a day 1 build of the first switch and who uses their switch in handheld 99% of the time this wa worth the money for me
However if you already have a switch lite or the better battery switch i wouldn’t think its worth the extra money of they are still working fine
But i like me you have a day 1 build and thinknits time for an upgrade or use it in handheld most of the time or you dont own a switch id recommend this one
The main thing for me was the difference in screen quality much clearer crisper graphics, although it still 720p it feels like ive upgraded to 1080p
The battery life ive noticed is better but thats more because i ha the day 1 build with the crappier battery
The audio is much better also, overall the build quality is improved also when compared to my day 1 build
I would say though although im happy to oay the extra for this upgrade the orice is perhaps a bit high when comparing it to the other switch with inoroved battery
It arrived on time and it works
The amazon box itself was subject to customs search but the box containing the switch itself is undamaged but was placed upside down. The switch itself is undamaged and everything is in working orde
It was touch and go at first sight but there’s no buyer’s remorse here. Switch OLED has given my Switch library a new lease of life this week.
We were all disappointed when this was announced in place of the longed for Switch ‘Pro’. Now I’ve bought this I can only hope Nintendo doesn’t make the cruellest move and release that mythical upgraded console next year.
I upgraded to the OLED from the launch model. After more than four years of incredible service, it felt like it was time just for fear of losing 1000 hours of Splatoon 2 playtime and progression. It hasn’t been a transformative experience in all cases but introducing Metroid Dread to an OLED display absolutely was that. Even with Nintendo now two generations behind PlayStation and Xbox, Switch games can still have a wow factor.
It comes set to ‘vivid’ display by default. While this looks stunning for Metroid, it can make a game like Animal Crossing look oversaturated to me and you might want to swap to ‘standard’ display in the settings for some games. Standard is still superior to the old Switch but I’d love to have a slider to be able to choose a more personal preference. On some level it’s like having a colour option of 50 and 70 on your TV and nothing in between.
The battery life is a welcome upgrade as well. I was playing last night at around 25% and expecting the warning to come up but it lasted a lot longer than I’m used to. As a handheld, a screen that’s easier to see outside (still unfortunately reflective, though) and a battery that lasts longer make this a fantastic upgrade.
For those who play exclusively or mainly docked, it offers next to nothing. The dock now comes with an Ethernet LAN port but anyone who cares about that must already have the dongle by now. Even so, it has always been far better for online games. And while the white dock looks fresh and cool in photos, in all honesty it kinda looks and feels cheaper to me in real life. The bezel around the OLED screen is thinner which makes for a larger screen and just makes the Switch looks classier. This is another obvious upgrade but it also means the actual screen rather than the bezel now touches the dock as you slide it in and out.
On top of looking better the OLED screen is also less prone to scratches. Having been docked and undocked many times since 2017, my Switch never actually got any scratches to worry about. That said, it has been an undeniable problem for some and rubbing the screen against the dock doesn’t feel great. The dock should have been improved further, basically.
The speakers have also been improved but it’s not something to get excited about and I’ve carried on using headphones anyway for the best experience. Similarly the kickstand has been upgraded. It’s much larger and more robust and can now rest at various angles. Again, while it’s an undeniable improvement, I never had a problem with the old kickstand.
As for actual cons, some have said the game card flap is harder to open. I can see why it might be but its not a complaint I share? My nemesis is dust. This thing is currently a dust magnet and the tiny gap between the screen and unit is collecting some of that dust which is difficult to clean out.
There’s a lot to be frustrated at Nintendo with. This wasn’t the new Switch we expected to be buying in late 2021. Switch OLED is a genuinely fantastic handheld but the TV aspect of the hybrid console is falling farther behind. But we can never stay mad at Nintendo for long because Metroid Dread is one of the games of the year and they’ve found a way to make it look fabulous up against Ratchet & Clank and Forza Horizon 5.
An absolutely essential purchase? Not really. One I’m glad I made anyway, despite the heavy price? Yes. With Breath of the Wild 2, Splatoon 3 and Bayonetta 3 headlining 2022, the future on Switch OLED is bright and colourful.
Amazing screen!!
This switch is a gem!!! Personally I upgraded as my old switch was breaking down and I use handheld pretty much all the time so this was definitely for me, well worth the money. It won’t be for everyone but for those who do get one you won’t regret i
Better than hoped
Got my switch two days earlier than estimated day which is amazing service, the delivery guy came back later as I wasn’t in at first attempt, what a good guy.
The item was well packaged, exactly as described if not better. Was even bigger than I hoped. Easy to set up and start play straight away. Good quality, really pleased.
Definitely worth the upgrade
Don’t listen to negative reviews for 50 pound more than the older model it’s amazing, the oled screen really is top notch, it makes the games pop in colour and they actually look like there running in a more powerful console, don’t listen to the reviews that say you could get a ps5 or xbox for 150 more it’s about the games and the portability , I love my ps5 but I love being able to take my switch anywhere, kids want to watch TV no problem I’ll play it on handheld mode etc. Apart from the beautiful screen the sound has improved as well as the overall feel of the console, feels a lot more premium. If you have the original switch or a lite 100% worth the upgrade no question. And if you have the previous model it’s still a worthy upgrade on that.
An unessential but welcome upgrade.
Have to say I was disappointed when Nintendo announced that there would be no performance upgrade nor a joy con redesign with this new switch model, but as I had a younger relative looking to have my old launch model I elected to get this anyway. I am pleasantly surprised with what I got.
I gawped at the screen when I first trurned it on, it is such an improvement and the best screen ever to grace a handheld console. The rest of the design also feel premium. A metal frame surrounds the screen, improved kick stand, stronger joycon rails and better speakers all add up to better build quality. They even improved the vent (my launch switch’s became brittle and broke from the heat)
I can’t say I can recommend it to everyone, if you have a switch and mostly play on the TV this doesn’t make you games look or run better. But if you want the best handheld experience, or if you have a launch switch that’s seen better days and you didn’t get the battery upgrade. I would seriously consider this.
The screen is very nice – great colours and the size is much better. I’m no audiophile but speakers are very noticeably louder and just sounds…better. Although I doubt you’d notice if not directly comparing to the standard Switch like I was. I also love the new stand!
I thought I’d post a quick review as some of the ones going up appear a little misleading at present. What you’re getting here is a increase in screen size, an oled screen that looks amazing, extra storage, better speakers, better kickstand and a build quality that does feel a little more rugged than the regular switch. It doesn’t play games any differently than previous switch models but that screen does really make those bright colours pop and ensures those blacks are black.
I upgraded from a v1 switch and being honest I’m very happy with the upgrade but I can imagine that those that play primarily on the TV will see little benefit in purchasing this product. If this is your first Switch I’d highly recommend this model, if you already own a switch it might be worth weighing up your current use case prior to purchase.
For me this is a huge upgrade. I’ve been using the version 1 switch and the battery has been awful so the big jump in battery is already a huge upgrade but then there’s the screen! The OLES screen is not only larger than the original switch screen but the colours are much more vivid and the blacks are much deeper. If you are a big handheld player like myself then this is a worth while upgrade especially from the version 1 switch, if you play mainly docket then this might not be worth the money. The unit itself feels more premium, the back feels better than the cheap flimsy plastic on the original and the joycons click into place alot firmer and wobble alot less. Overall I’m really happy with the upgrade.
Great screen, significant improvement over the original
Having had the Original Switch then the Lite, now this……..all those doubters. Its sooooooo worth it! That screen quality, the enhanced sound, the full metal kick stand with firm precision adjustment that has feel and resistance, the feel and build quality just feels so much more premium, the lush piano glass like black gloss trim omg, oh and the dock is pure delish same with this glass piano gloss black on the inside, still not chancing it scratching my prestigious new screen. Must upgrade and by in my opinio
Ok first of all i upgrade had the first switch battery was terrible , the 32gb to 64gb is nothing special as your still need a mic sd card . the speakers sound nice a load as there facing you but that screen is so clear it makes a big change all in all very happy with upgrade just shame they did not add fast wifi card thats my only complai