Atari Lynx vs Nintendo Switch 2 Comparison
Compare Atari Lynx vs Nintendo Switch 2 side by side. Below you'll find a detailed comparison of specifications, features, and prices for these gaming handhelds.
Basic Info
Release Date
1989 / 09
2025
System
Soc
Mikey (VLSI custom CMOS)
Nvidia Tegra T239 (Drake)
Cpu
VLSI VL65NC02 (6502-based)
ARM Cortex-A78C
Cpu Cores
1
8
Cpu Threads
Cpu Clock Speed
4 MHz (3.6 MHz average)
Architecture
8-bit
Gpu
Suzy (16-bit custom CMOS)
12 SM Ampere GPU
Gpu Clock Speed
Ram
64 KB 120ns DRAM
LPDDR5 (128-bit interface)
Display
Screen Size
3.5 inches
7.9-8.0 inches
Screen Type
Backlit LCD
LCD
Resolution
160 x 102
TBA
Ppi
Aspect Ratio
Screen Lens
Controls
D Pad
Digital
Analogs
None
Face Buttons
A, B, Option
Shoulder Buttons
None
Extra Buttons
Power
Sensors
Hardware
Battery
6 AA batteries
TBA
Storage
ROM cartridge (128KB-1MB)
Game cards + digital
Charge Port
External power port
USB-C (two ports - top and bottom)
Dimensions
Not specified
Larger than original Switch
Weight
Not specified
TBA
Shell Material
Plastic
TBA
Connectivity
Connectivity
ComLynx port
TBA
Video Output
None
Audio Output
Built-in speaker, headphone jack
3.5mm headphone jack
Speaker
Mono (Lynx I), Stereo (Lynx II)
TBA
Features
Rumble
No
Volume Control
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes (Lynx II only)
Power Control
Power switch
Gaming
Emulation Limit
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