Nintendo Game Boy Color vs Nintendo Switch 2 Comparison
Compare Nintendo Game Boy Color 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
1998 / 10
2025
System
Soc
Nintendo CPU CGB
Nvidia Tegra T239 (Drake)
Cpu
Sharp SM83
ARM Cortex-A78C
Cpu Cores
1
8
Cpu Threads
Cpu Clock Speed
4.194304 / 8.388608 MHz
Architecture
8-bit
Gpu
Picture Processing Unit
12 SM Ampere GPU
Gpu Clock Speed
Ram
32 KB main RAM, 16 KB Video RAM
LPDDR5 (128-bit interface)
Display
Screen Size
2.3 inches
7.9-8.0 inches
Screen Type
TFT LCD
LCD
Resolution
160 x 144
TBA
Ppi
Aspect Ratio
Screen Lens
Plastic
Controls
D Pad
8-way D-pad
Analogs
None
Face Buttons
A, B, Start, Select
Shoulder Buttons
None
Extra Buttons
Power switch
Sensors
Hardware
Battery
2 AA batteries
TBA
Storage
Game cartridge
Game cards + digital
Charge Port
External power port
USB-C (two ports - top and bottom)
Dimensions
133.5 x 78 x 27.4 mm
Larger than original Switch
Weight
138g
TBA
Shell Material
Plastic
TBA
Connectivity
Connectivity
Game Link Cable, Infrared port
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 wheel
Brightness Control
None
Power Control
Power switch
Gaming
Emulation Limit
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