Nintendo Game Boy Advance vs Nintendo Switch 2 Comparison
Compare Nintendo Game Boy Advance 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
2001 / 03
2025
System
Soc
Nintendo CPU AGB
Nvidia Tegra T239 (Drake)
Cpu
ARM7TDMI @ 16.78MHz, Sharp SM83 @ 4.2/8.4MHz
ARM Cortex-A78C
Cpu Cores
2
8
Cpu Threads
Cpu Clock Speed
16.78 MHz (ARM7), 4.2/8.4 MHz (SM83)
Architecture
32-bit
Gpu
Picture Processing Unit
12 SM Ampere GPU
Gpu Clock Speed
Ram
288 KB RAM, 98 KB Video RAM
LPDDR5 (128-bit interface)
Display
Screen Size
2.9 inches
7.9-8.0 inches
Screen Type
Reflective TFT LCD
LCD
Resolution
240 x 160
TBA
Ppi
Aspect Ratio
Screen Lens
Plastic
Controls
D Pad
8-way D-pad
Analogs
None
Face Buttons
A, B, L, R, Start, Select
Shoulder Buttons
L, R
Extra Buttons
Power switch
Sensors
Hardware
Battery
2 AA batteries
TBA
Storage
Game Pak cartridge
Game cards + digital
Charge Port
External power port
USB-C (two ports - top and bottom)
Dimensions
82 x 144.5 x 24.5 mm
Larger than original Switch
Weight
140g
TBA
Shell Material
Plastic
TBA
Connectivity
Connectivity
Game Link Cable
TBA
Video Output
None
Audio Output
Built-in mono speaker, stereo headphone jack
3.5mm headphone jack
Speaker
Mono
TBA
Features
Rumble
No
Volume Control
Volume slider
Brightness Control
No
Power Control
Power switch
Gaming
Emulation Limit
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