Switch Lite in 2024 - worth it? (Review)
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- čas přidán 18. 05. 2024
- The Nintendo Switch Lite released in 2019, and still stands today as the cheapest Switch available at $200- providing the ultimate portable experience in exchange for the actual "switching". Is it still worth buying in 2024 with the Switch 2 on the horizon?
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0:00 - Switch Lite in 2024
3:30 - Best Value & the Switch 2
7:06 - Design & Hardware in 2024
10:04 - Ultimate Portable Experience?
13:33 - Final Thoughts
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The Nintendo Switch Lite currently stands as what I would consider the best value Switch available- at least until the Switch 2 finally drops. For $200, it's hard to beat- and I wouldn't be surprised if Nintendo keeps it around at that same price tag even after the Switch 2 releases.
But what about you, anyone have the Switch Lite? How do you like it, is it worth it in 2024?
Yea I’ve had a few different switches over its lifespan. Just recently scooped a LTE, for me personally it was a no brainer. I already had over a hundred games waiting. GG
*Switch* *Lite*
Picked up another turquoise Switch Lite the other night from OfferUp in brand new condition for $130. Loving it again! But this better be my last time. This is the fourth Switch Lite I bought. Broke the previous two turquoises and didn’t like the coral.
I feel like John Wayne in that I Love Lucy episode that had to keep making those footprints on wet cement. I think Switch Lite has become my most *rebought* gadget of all-time. But it’s my absolute favorite form factor of the Switch. Let’s see if fourth time’s the charm. And this is my third turquoise Lite which could be third time’s the turquoise charm.
I’m still mad at myself for messing up the previous Lite I had. I will not make the same mistakes again. I’ll use my SN30 Pro so the left stick will not wear out after 7 months like it did with my first Lite. And I plan to always use the velcro strap when it’s inside the case. No more accidental falls when I forget that the zipper is open and then watch it crashing to the floor resulting in a hairline crack on the screen.
Maybe I’ll get the Switch OLED again but I’m content with only owning the Lite. I just couldn’t tolerate the weight and width of the OLED. And I miss how sharp the graphics looks on the Lite thanks to the smaller screen but higher ppi. I miss the real d-pad too. Only thing to tolerate with my new Lite is the worse battery life. I only had the OLED for 6 days but it definitely had noticeably better battery life.
If I got an OLED again and many do go for $250 or less on OfferUp considering the sellers know the Switch 2 is coming, then I would need to deregister my Lite as the primary console. That gets annoying. I would always need to have an Internet connection for a moment to play my games because it’s no longer the primary. Might as well wait for the Switch 2 instead of getting another OLED.
I think when buying a handheld, I believe comfort is the most important thing to me and then battery life considering I don’t game for hours like before. Probably why I would go for the Retroid Pocket 4 over the Odin 2. True, it’s weaker. Worse battery life. But it’s cheaper by $100 and it’s smaller and more pocketable.
Smaller, lighter, and cheaper are the key factors when purchasing a handheld for me. Size, weight, and hand comfort are all important for me. They’re called handhelds for a reason. You want your hands to feel comfortable when holding it. I don’t want to return to the days carrying bricks like the Game Gear and Atari Lynx. I’ll likely wait for the Switch Lite 2 by 2026.
North American releases -
DS: 2004
DS Lite: 2006
PSP: 2005
PSP slim: 2007
PS Vita: 2012
PS Vita slim: 2014
Switch: 2017
Switch Lite: 2019
Switch 2: 2024?
Switch 2 Lite: 2026?
Wait every two years. There will probably be a smaller PS Portal too which will include Bluetooth. With bigger consoles, it’s waiting three years (2006->2009, 2013->2016, 2020->2023) although PS5 slim is not that much smaller.
We have these large smartphones already including foldables that weigh over 250g. Now you want to carry another brick for gaming? The PSP 2K and the PS Vita 2K models remain the most comfortable handhelds I’ve ever owned. It’s why I still own them and planning not to sell them.
Weight -
PSP: 280g
PSP slim: *189g*
PS Vita: 260g
PS Vita slim: *219g*
PS Portal: 529g
Switch: 398g
Switch Lite: *277g*
Switch OLED: 420g
Pimax Portal Retro: 306g
Odin 2: 420g
Anbernic RG405M: 260g
Retroid Pocket 3+: 235g
Retroid Pocket 4/4 Pro: 251g
Steam Deck: 669g
Steam Deck OLED: 640g
So the Odin 2 is as heavy as the Switch OLED with the Joy-Con attached? I did get used to using the OLED but I still got wrist fatigue after 20 minutes. Not exactly the best size and weight while sitting on a toilet 🚽. I think my max weight for any handheld is no heavier than the Switch Lite but no taller and wider than the Vita.
Steam Deck OLED is the best handheld out there but I’m torn if I really want a PC handheld or not. I really couldn’t tolerate the Switch OLED size, now imagine the Steam Deck? Then I’d play Red Dead Redemption at 30 fps on my Lite and start to think how much better the sequel looks on the more powerful Deck. I can barely hear what they’re saying in RDR because the Switch Lite’s speakers are so soft.
Still waiting for that Switch 2 announcement. I still kept the slim case for the OLED and I’m hoping the Switch 2 (or Switch 2 Lite) can someday fit in it and be of similar size but be much lighter and thinner. This likely wins out for me thanks to the many Nintendo exclusives. I wish there was a Chinese handheld that looks like the RG405M but lighter and still have the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
I bought a gray one on offerup for $100 flat in great condition. I’ve been using it for a few months now and it’s awesome.
I got the camecube blue one, and it's really awesome. I have surprisingly have had no lag spikes in any game, and it's performance is just incredible
you damn americans. 130 dollars as this is supposed to go for is the easiest sale ever! Enviromental-Europe is making the world a happier place with double that price instead. Like even buying this one feels like im planning to buy a Series S or something. @@ThePatman1980
looking forward for “is the switch lite worth it 2025”
It is worth
The switch is my safe haven during the first few months of the pandemic being stuck at the hospital due to work. Playing animal crossing put my tired body and mind at ease. This small little handheld is special.
You don’t know tired of you still have time for video games. 😂
@@basedretard844 tbh you haven't lived I went through so you makes sense you don't know what I am talking about. And we do have a day/sick leaves still can't take care of others optimally if one is sick as well. Rest is not just physical but mental, emotional even spiritual as well. A few hours away from the stress even just a few minutes can work wonders.
I just bought a switch lite in Japan this January 24 because all the marketing materials look so good there. And yes for just casual gaming with nintendo titles like pokemon or mario, I couldn’t be happier with it.
You are very lucky. What do you enjoy the most about it?
@@1anre The portability while still managing to have high quality hd games of course
I started with a yellow Lite (I bought it right before the shutdown specifically to play New Horizons). I was curious about what I was missing so I traded it in for a full Switch. I found that I still play handheld all the time. My husband bought me the Isabelle special edition Lite for Christmas this year and now I know that, for me, the Lite is my favorite way to play Switch games
I bought the yellow lite for my mama, and she now has over 1000 hours in it.
@@MathasarSalazar2 that your real mama or girlfriend?
Anyways. 1k hours is a certified gamer
I bought a lite over summer 23.. my thoughts, I only really wanted a handheld and figured there was something new coming sooner than later. This would also be my first console since GB advance sp and I wasn’t sure how much use it would even get as I mostly bought it for one game. I still use it often and am happy with my choice.
Curious what game you got it for! Please share if you wish :)
@@servantbyday bought for RainWorld originally but I also ended up getting a year of nintendo online after the fact. Mostly for the n64 Games I grew up with.. Have bought a handful of other games too but still have the most time into RW by far lol
Anyone thinking of a Switch Lite in 2024 is in for a treat.
Some fantastic deals on used systems, typically advertised as very little use (the reason for the sale in the first place)
It’s the best way to play Nintendo games on the go.
Add a Satisfye grip and case for a better experience and have fun.
The thing is if you want to play anything other than the f2p games on it, you'd have to pay quite a bit for each game.
@@TheScepticalThinker unfortunately that’s where Nintendo falls short🤷♂️ the Eshop is absolutely terrible they never have good deals on any Nintendo exclusives, the fact that games from 2017 are going for $60 is absurd
Just bought one with basically no use for 65€. Bought mod chip for it from china so all my games will be free 😉. With android dualboot it will also be amazing emulation machine. Unbeatable value.
I bought my Nintendo Switch lite in February 2024 and I love it
If anyone is considering getting this model, definitely pick up a silicone grip/cover. Just makes holding it so much more comfortable and then get a slightly bulkier case so you can put that with the cover in.
Good advice! Thanks
Add: screen protector.
@@vinnydarrc3953 the switch lite comes with a screen protector already on it. I found that out after buying screen protector(s) to go on mine and noticed how thick the screen was. 😂🤦♀️I said "There's already a screen protector on it." My dad had been watching me struggle to try to put the first two on without collecting hair and dust under the cover (which I failed miserably at). I then noticed that the screen protector provided was crooked (probably my fault from trying to straighten the screen protectors on top of the one that already existed 🤦♀️). My dad said "pay attention. Now leave that one alone." So what did I do? Because I'm a perfectionist, I took the screen protector (that it came with) off. It has a pretty sturdy build and it's geared towards a younger audience, who tend to drop their devices more.
I have had the lite for a few years now and am overall happy with it. I have been thinking of upgrading to the OLED but at this point, as long as it's backward compatible, i might as well just wait until the switch 2.
If Switch 2 is around the size of a Switch OLED, I hope they make an updated Switch Lite; hopefully being slightly smaller so it easily fits in your pocket (Lite has a lot of bezel, so making it smaller wouldn't necessarily mean shrinking the screen down). I wouldn't want pocketable handhelds to be extinct.
While I do like smaller handhelds that can be in my pocket, I'd be against that
The screen itself is already quite small for what games you play, I'd rather they make use of the whole bezel space, but also it kinda feels bad to play for long if too small too
You know they will. The point of the switch lite is to give people a more affordable option and it's usually for the casuals.
I got one because I was low on the funds back in 2021and still use it to this day. I would like a switch oled but at this point I rather spend the money on a the switch 2. I rarely console game so it was enticing to me
It's bigger. Switch 2 is 8 inch screen
All the information regarding the switch 2 including full specs have been out for awhile now.
My ideal upgrade for the switch lite would be Oled screen and use the thick bezel as more screen so it can be just a tad bigger, and better battery life never hurts👀
this is great thankyou for the information
After year 1 of the Switch it was "Switch Pro/2" talk..... It may not even be a handheld!!!
I started with a Lite 3yrs ago and then a year later on release the OLED. Great system STILL!!!!
Just got it last month. Already own an v1 and oled. I dont know whats the point, but the lite become my main switch and its always in my bag when i got to work, outside etc. Damm portable
I’d have to agree. I own an OLED and recently purchased an Lite 4 days ago and I prefer the lite of the OLED. The form factor is more comfortable and with talks about an Oled mod coming out for the lite, I don’t think I’d ever touch my oled mode again
There's always a contingent of late adopters. To them I'd say wait and see if Nintendo puts out some late stage revision this year, either a few months before or after the Switch successor. They've done this before. Game Boy Micro, DSi XL, Wii mini, New 3DS XL etc.
I am impressed with your video about Nintendo switch lite ❤
If they’d redone the lite with an oled display I would LOVE it,but since it’s a pretty low quality LCD I prefer my oled.
Can I get any of your opinions? I'm thinking of buying a Switch Lite in the coming weeks. I tend to like games that I can pick up for 30 minutes then put down. Think Mario Bros, Donkey Kong Country or any puzzle game. Eg something to play while on a flight.
Am I making the right decision with a Switch Lite?
In my opinion, the last mayor update from one home console to another for Nintendo was the Game Cube. Ever since every new console is the previous one with more extras.
Wii = Game Cube with motion controls
Wii U = Wii in HD
Switch = Wii U portable with a Dock
That's..... super reductive lol. Calling Wii a gamecube with motion control literally miss the whole point of the console IS the motion controller.... If you want to call 3DS as DS with 3D gimmick then that's okay, but the whole Wii library is games for motion controller....
If what I think about MIG flash carts is correct, then that makes the switch lite enticing to me.
The issue with the Switch lite is that they did not make it a clam shell design for optimal handheld design. With the tablet design u need to re angle the entire unit instead of just the screen like on the DS. And it helps so much with portability if u could just fold it and toss it into your backpack without worrying about scratching your display.
get a clamshell case? or just get a ds??
@@samu-chanor maybe they dont want a flimsy clamshell case? Or to purchase a completely different console??
I have both and I seem to use the light the most
Switch Lite is a somehow a great successor to 3DS.
Plan to buy it, my last handle is Dsi straight to switch lite to play Xenoblade Chronicles and other rpg
I’m getting a switch lite soon jus for the future possibilities of modding ie psp, psvita, DS line of families
I am the owner of a Switch Lite. In the beginning I got a lot of use and joy out of it. The regular Switch has the advantage of couch co-op like the good old Wii days. But I can recommend the Switch Lite as well. My favorite game is Brilliant Diamond, even though it's not a great game, for the nostalgia.
If Switch 2 is backwards compatible then the Lite looks like the best value.
I love my switch oled and cant wait to get the switch 2!!!
If you travel to work or school by public transport, it's totally worth it 😊 my steam deck was way too heavy in the bag
13:30 breath taking 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾....i saw what u did there
Thanks man
Still worth it. I have all three versions but often use them in handheld mode.
I already have a pc and ps4 and I don’t really think I’ll play switch on tv much because I’m buying it for the handheld mode and totk but standard switch has a larger screen so now I’m confused
I bought a switch lite second hand for 50 bucks, best purchase ive ever made. Im in awe of how many food deals there are for games on the e shop, ive boughten quite a few collections of great games for less than ten bucks. The south oark games i got both gold editions for less than 15, the portal collection for 7 bucks. i think the value of this console is amazing and has endless hours of fun to be had.
As Someone who owns the switch lite ill say its worth it
I believe in 2019 the Lite, V2, and later the OLED all got an upgraded processor (that was downclocked for better battery life) and while docked, you could make it be a little bit more powerful (or efficient) than the 2017 OG model.
I still used my Switch Lite and played a lot of Pokémon games and some other RPG titles as well.
I was about to go pick one up but all the reviews on targets website say the battery is fried and defective after a few months- a year of owning. Can anyone share their experience and what kind of user they are (heavy gamer or lighter gamer)
i bought a yellow switch lite for $40 and the gray Pokémon edition for $55
Ayo where bro? Thats really cheap
I've had one for over a year and I can't complain about it play it more than my series s
I think a second hand Switch Lite is the best option right now for those who want portable gaming on the cheap. I have a gaming laptop but it's too big to be able to just take anywhere> Even Steam Deck and other portable PC's are just too expensive for someone who just wants a device to take for weekends or holidays away from home. This device is perfect for that.
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Yes the Wii U was a very different console and did not sell well. It makes sense, that the Switch does not have backwards compatability with it (where would you even fit the disc haha).
But what about the 3DS ... the Switch is also a successor to the (3)DS line and unlike the Wii U, the 3DS sold well (enough) and also had cartridges. Are the internals very different? Ok ... but the Switch has such a higher power level compared to the 3DS, that it could easily have powered a translation layer or an emulation.
Maybe to much time has passed and there is something / some reason I missed, that my memory has lost to the inevitable fading of time. But this question has come up again and again recently in my mind.
Also ... Sorry, that this comment is not directly related to the video topic.
dual screen...
I'm f***ing stupid
My switch lite will arrive tommorow, im excited. I cant wait to play monster hunter and Pokemon legends: Arceus
I wanted to have my modded switch perma docked and I decided to buy a zacian & zamazanta switch lite on ebay and I love it, its absolutely worth it. The oled model never caught my eye since its what the damn thing should have been in the first place, especially in 2017 but whatever, Nintendo lol
my switch lite (blue color) coming tomorrow and i dont have any worries because i just want have fun while playing games.even though switch 2 gonna come soon switch still have at least 2-3 years so i think its still worth it but not oled. i think nintendo should've make oled version pro version of switch... by the way im definetly play persona 5 royal and master detective rain code. i want to play those two more than nintendo games.
THANK YOU for acknowledging the high prices of these games.
it's truly rediculous !!!
there must absolutely be something done about it !
I was surprised how many people are mixed on the Lite since I see it as a great addition since its a whole 100 dollars cheaper then the base Switch, sure you lose the ability to Switch from handheld to Tv, but if you really want a Switch and need the money for other things, or to simply buy at least 1 game with your tight budget, I'd 100% say its worth it
Where’d you get the cover case
I love the Nintendo switch lite very much ❤
Had it for year still using it
i’m always tempted to buy one because it’s so cute 🥹
i wish they’d make an OLED version
(with hall effect analog sticks!)
They have it but I got the blue Switch Lite in blue I’m not playing on tv
I’ve had mines since 2021 but didn’t use it actively until late last year I’m scared of it getting drift and tryna see if I should wait for switch 2 or just get oled
Just thinking. Kinda defeats the purpose of owning one, if not to utilize its capabilities? Unless……unless you’re a collector? :/
Yes.
I've had mine for over two months now and I can safely say that it is worth it for the lower middle class folk like me.
Many say that the Switch isn't the most powerful and yeah, I've also seen some games that are less than stellar on the Switch but the ability, the opportunity for me to play a lot of indie titles I've missed is seriously a godsend. When I got my Switch Lite, I immediately planned on getting a Steam Deck but after realizing that I'm just gonna play a total of 4 games on Steam so I opted out...for now.
Plenty to play and experience at the moment and maybe when the PSP 2 comes out or the next Steam Deck then maybe. Don't wanna ditch the Switch rn.
That's all from me. Thanks for reading 😊
If you can get a mod chipped one it’s unbelievable
In my country you can get your Nintendo Switched modded about 80 dollars
If only the Switch Lite had an Oled screen, I managed to get something close with a Switch Oled + a CRKD Nitrodeck controller, not counting the price
There are ways to hook the switch lite to the TV. I've found CZcams videos that allow for that.
I have the Oled but am thinking about getting the Lite due to the bulkiness of carrying the Oled around at work etc. Does anyone else have both?
Still wishing to get a switch lite. Healing my inner child and wanting to playing pokemon violet. I'v only played until black 2 through emulator. i miss playing Pokemon a lot
Switch Lite is great but it's still a little big for a portable - 3DS still the best. Also, there is no guarentee that the "Switch 2" will have any backwards compatibility at all.
I got a switch lite because it was cheapest at the time abd easiest to take around with me, whilst the graphics arentm't amazing and it gets warm really quickly, its not bad for sure. I enjoy using it, but i do hate that we have games that are purely switch exclusives and others which are made with the switch in mind that end up sucking because of its limitations.
I bought the switch OLED for my sister and myself to use and its great, when she is using it i just emulate the switch games on my pc so we both can still play whenever we want 😎
Could you make a nintendo must buy games except for zelda series and mario
I have the original model, and now I have a new remodel I have the OLED model I can’t wait to get the other model the lite I wanted in pink or yellow
Fantastic little device, perfect for playing older AAA games and very convenient to use. For reasons I’ll never understand, I actually use it more than my PS5 and PC.
There is a big issue though, I bought it specifically for a 9 hour long train trip to visit the family a few months ago, for the majority of that trip, the Switch was essentially unplayable due to how much the sunlight affected the screen. I could barely see a thing, so unless you have a portable blind for public transport, the Lite is far from ideal to travel with on bright days.
PS, The Batman Arkham trilogy is not as bad as what was made out in the video, Asylum and City run perfectly, Arkham Night isn’t perfect, but I didn’t have stuttering in the Batmobile anywhere near that bad in my entire play though. There is lots of noticeable FR drops until you clear out a lot of the bad guys on the street, and the graphics aren’t great, but I found that game more than playable.. 🙂
I agree the switch lite is worth it because I have switch older model and the new OLED switch and the lite and the lite is much more comfortbale traveling than the OG switch and the OLED
I would just buy both modded Switch OLED for better experience & unmodded Switch Lite for authentic handheld experience.
I am going to get a Nintendo Switch Lite sinbce it looks sickkk!
Switch lite is an insane indie machine and the price is a sticking point for games, but if you keep an eye out on sales and 2nd hand games, you can get around that with a tiny bit of effort. The fact its 7 years old means there are a lot of deals and 2nd hand games, you just need to look around. In terms of value for money nothing comes close besides a Steam deck if its available in your region.
For sure worth it
I just won a switch lite on my job. I have namco museum. What game should I get first. My last nintendo system was my lovely GameCube. I play on the PS5. I pretty much play everything except racing games.
Thinking about advanced wars
Mario odissey
What do u think now? Where the switch 2 is rumored to be release in Q1 of 2025. Im thinking of getting the switch oled, but still comparing it. Is it worth it or just wait another year to potentially buy the switch 2. (Im a new user, and this will be the first time im buying the switch)
Everything about the switch 2 is just a rumor at the moment. Literally, nothing has been confirmed. I read somewhere, that if you keep thinking about "what if", you will have a rough ride. Wgat we do know for sure is that the nintendo switch is available now. Sure, it seems possible we get a successor, but who knows what is certain. I would say you can still get any switch, because of the fantastic library. That being said, I am myself contemplating between a switch oled and lite for mainly handheld play.
last year I bought a busted switch lite for like 40 bucks, it only needed a new digitizer and i decided to shell swap it too, fantastic value and i love this little handheld
Got mine today and I love it.
Farbe?
@@i.t5907 Blue
It would be great if they released the Switch 2 and the Lite 2 at the same time. Regardless i expect they will he nearly impossible to get for the first year because of scalping.
I found a well conditioned switch lite for 100 usd. I live in Sweden where a new switch lite is priced in 300 usd (we have high taxes). I actually want to get a switch oled, but since the switch 2 Is releasing THIS year. I dont want to buy the oled right now. But I still really really really want to play the Mario games. so as a temporary device for a couple of months I am really considering getting the switch lite (used for 100 usd)
is this a good idea? yes? no? tell me
You’re in a tough situation haha. If I was in your shoes, I think I would just wait for the switch 2 and hope that it’s backwards compatible with switch games. But the switch 2 is most likely coming with an lcd screen and not an oled. There’s also a switch lite oled custom mod that is being worked on right now. It’s not official, it’s not out yet, and you’d have to take apart a system yourself and change out the screen. (I’m excited for that bc I already own a switch lite). If you have a computer, you could try emulating the games you want to play. I don’t think you need very powerful hardware to do that.
@@EthicalAllele hmmmm yeah I know it makes sense to wait. but its easier said then done hahah. but am gonna try to wait.......
För det priset tycker jag absolut. Sålde min men ångrar det nu några månader senare har en hel del spel digitalt så funderar på plocka upp en begagnad i morgon för 1700 tydligen 2 månader gammal
Once the MiG flash cart and other similar cartridges get popular, any Switch is worth it.
Going to buy my daughter one. So can you play over wifi with friends or its more like story mode. On your own kinda system? Basically like agaisnt the computer? Which is fine cheap and nintendo dam i miss game boy lol
It’s basically the same as the normal switch in regards to playing online or offline so it can do both
after buying a oled switch never ever back to lcd crap displays ...
*Switch* *Lite*
Picked up another turquoise Switch Lite the other night from OfferUp in brand new condition for $130. Loving it again! But this better be my last time. This is the fourth Switch Lite I bought. Broke the previous two turquoises and didn’t like the coral.
I feel like John Wayne in that I Love Lucy episode that had to keep making those footprints on wet cement. I think Switch Lite has become my most *rebought* gadget of all-time. But it’s my absolute favorite form factor of the Switch. Let’s see if fourth time’s the charm. And this is my third turquoise Lite which could be third time’s the turquoise charm.
I’m still mad at myself for messing up the previous Lite I had. I will not make the same mistakes again. I’ll use my SN30 Pro so the left stick will not wear out after 7 months like it did with my first Lite. And I plan to always use the velcro strap when it’s inside the case. No more accidental falls when I forget that the zipper is open and then watch it crashing to the floor resulting in a hairline crack on the screen.
Maybe I’ll get the Switch OLED again but I’m content with only owning the Lite. I just couldn’t tolerate the weight and width of the OLED. And I miss how sharp the graphics looks on the Lite thanks to the smaller screen but higher ppi. I miss the real d-pad too. Only thing to tolerate with my new Lite is the worse battery life. I only had the OLED for 6 days but it definitely had noticeably better battery life.
If I got an OLED again and many do go for $250 or less on OfferUp considering the sellers know the Switch 2 is coming, then I would need to deregister my Lite as the primary console. That gets annoying. I would always need to have an Internet connection for a moment to play my games because it’s no longer the primary. Might as well wait for the Switch 2 instead of getting another OLED.
I think when buying a handheld, I believe comfort is the most important thing to me and then battery life considering I don’t game for hours like before. Probably why I would go for the Retroid Pocket 4 over the Odin 2. True, it’s weaker. Worse battery life. But it’s cheaper by $100 and it’s smaller and more pocketable.
Smaller, lighter, and cheaper are the key factors when purchasing a handheld for me. Size, weight, and hand comfort are all important for me. They’re called handhelds for a reason. You want your hands to feel comfortable when holding it. I don’t want to return to the days carrying bricks like the Game Gear and Atari Lynx. I’ll likely wait for the Switch Lite 2 by 2026.
North American releases -
DS: 2004
DS Lite: 2006
PSP: 2005
PSP slim: 2007
PS Vita: 2012
PS Vita slim: 2014
Switch: 2017
Switch Lite: 2019
Switch 2: 2024?
Switch 2 Lite: 2026?
Wait every two years. There will probably be a smaller PS Portal too which will include Bluetooth. With bigger consoles, it’s waiting three years (2006->2009, 2013->2016, 2020->2023) although PS5 slim is not that much smaller.
We have these large smartphones already including foldables that weigh over 250g. Now you want to carry another brick for gaming? The PSP 2K and the PS Vita 2K models remain the most comfortable handhelds I’ve ever owned. It’s why I still own them and planning not to sell them.
Weight -
PSP: 280g
PSP slim: *189g*
PS Vita: 260g
PS Vita slim: *219g*
PS Portal: 529g
Switch: 398g
Switch Lite: *277g*
Switch OLED: 420g
Pimax Portal Retro: 306g
Odin 2: 420g
Anbernic RG405M: 260g
Retroid Pocket 3+: 235g
Retroid Pocket 4/4 Pro: 251g
Steam Deck: 669g
Steam Deck OLED: 640g
So the Odin 2 is as heavy as the Switch OLED with the Joy-Con attached? I did get used to using the OLED but I still got wrist fatigue after 20 minutes. Not exactly the best size and weight while sitting on a toilet 🚽. I think my max weight for any handheld is no heavier than the Switch Lite but no taller and wider than the Vita.
Steam Deck OLED is the best handheld out there but I’m torn if I really want a PC handheld or not. I really couldn’t tolerate the Switch OLED size, now imagine the Steam Deck? Then I’d play Red Dead Redemption at 30 fps on my Lite and start to think how much better the sequel looks on the more powerful Deck. I can barely hear what they’re saying in RDR because the Switch Lite’s speakers are so soft.
Still waiting for that Switch 2 announcement. I still kept the slim case for the OLED and I’m hoping the Switch 2 (or Switch 2 Lite) can someday fit in it and be of similar size but be much lighter and thinner. This likely wins out for me thanks to the many Nintendo exclusives. I wish there was a Chinese handheld that looks like the RG405M but lighter and still have the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
How did you break 4?
also the original switch, exactly 299 euro's over here.
the sitch lite though, 219,99 euro's.
truly strange.
i'm not gonna lie lmao i own both the oled and the lite and i actually prefer the lite over the oled, it's just such a solid unit and it gives me nostalgia of playing on my old gameboy pocket back in the day and also feels like a "successor" to the 3ds. i also feel more comfortable taking it around with me, not that i've ever damaged any of my switches (they're both in pristine condition) it's just less likely to have anything break due to being one single part.
Kicking myself rn for missing one for around 30$ yesterday. Oh well it's the waiting game now to see if another deal shows.
Where? Temu?
Like honestly, it's an extra $150 or $100 dollars.. you make it sounds like you're getting a 200 or $300 up charge like you would on a cell phone to go up slightly screen size and slightly better battery life.
I have a Steam Deck OLED and a Switch Lite. I prefer my Switch Lite, because with Steam Deck games can look a bit fizzy and text in some games is impossible to read as they are not designed for it. The Switch doesn’t have this problem and to me it feels better made then the Deck. I’ll probably sell my Deck as soon as the second gen Switch is shown off, if not before then. Sorry I think PC games need to be played on a PC, the ones I play anyway.
Once I got the switch lite I pretty much stopped playing the regular switch.
No. Because if it drifts you can't replace it. Well u can, just buy another or send in for repairs but they will just replace it with the same garbage parts. Drifting does happen over time with heavy use. But should not happen out of the box or only after a few weeks of playing. Whatever happened to Nintendo making hardware that lasts? Those days are gone.
oh that's strange, the switch oled is exactly 349 euro's over here however.
I am not a “gamer” and despise huge tvs and the extremely bright color that comes along with them. My husband games with his Xbox and I get dizzy and nauseous anytime I look at his game. I’m considering the Lite for some throw back games like Super Mario, and I feel like the handheld device addresses the issues I have with traditional gaming systems. I love that it’s handheld and I don’t have to stare at a 65 inch TV to play.
This sytem is literally made for you in that case.
everyone should be doing this
For 350 dollars I bought 3 games and a brand new switch lite and a screen protector and case and 4 year protection plan it was a really great deal at gamestop.
The switch is perfect for me, I have literally skipped this generation of consoles because of it, it really is the console for the casual gamer and I love it, though I'm not interested in games like call of duty or whatever is the biggest online game now, I like to pop in a game and play a fun solo experience.
The switch lite would be SO much more worth it with better speakers or better optimizations of the current speakers some games are just so hard to hear
It's never been my favorite. I'm more surprised they haven't updated it.
the switch is so so much more powerful then you realize! the nvidia tegra x1 inside is insane, nintendo chose to underclock it
I think its good to have one for later down the line as an emulation handheld
I've owned all models. Heres my take:
Switch lite: I dont like it. The weight is nice (I prefer lighter consoles), but the quality and inconveniences; such as no dock mode and non removable joycons suck. Especially if you get stick drift. You either have to fix it, sell it or stuff it in your drawer. Most consumers dont want to deal with this hassle.
Regular Switch V1/V2: These are great, the screen is bigger than the lite (another reason i dont like the lite) and the battery lasts longer (V2). Of course if you have an early V1 Switch you can mod it without installing a modchip which is nice.
Switch OLED = Beautiful. Its my favorite model, especially since I can install a modchip into it to unlock it. Its basically a V2 Switch but with a better screen and the dock and plastic on the tablet is better quality. If im spending money, I want my product to feel preimum, the switch OLED promises that.
Take off: All switch models are hackable and I could mod any unit but even with this considered; Switch OLED is King.
I just really like your voice
i own 2 oled switched and i would really like to have a switch lite, so i bought one 😅
I got my switch lite for a good deal off Craigslist for 180 during the pandemic.
I’m paying $150 for a brand new one in offer up today 😀 I’m buying Mario wonder
@@Antonioblah $150 nice, mario wonder is a great game.
I just want to replace the screen of my switch lite to an oled screen