Nintendo Game Boy vs Nintendo Switch 2 Comparison
Compare Nintendo Game Boy 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 / 04
2025
System
Soc
Custom Sharp LR35902
Nvidia Tegra T239 (Drake)
Cpu
Sharp LR35902
ARM Cortex-A78C
Cpu Cores
1
8
Cpu Threads
Cpu Clock Speed
4.19 MHz
Architecture
8-bit
Gpu
PPU (Picture Processing Unit)
12 SM Ampere GPU
Gpu Clock Speed
Ram
8 KB internal SRAM
LPDDR5 (128-bit interface)
Display
Screen Size
2.6 inches
7.9-8.0 inches
Screen Type
STN LCD
LCD
Resolution
160 x 144
TBA
Ppi
61.7
Aspect Ratio
10:9
Screen Lens
Plastic
Controls
D Pad
Digital
Analogs
Face Buttons
A, B
Shoulder Buttons
Extra Buttons
Start, Select
Sensors
Hardware
Battery
4 AA batteries
TBA
Storage
Game cartridge
Game cards + digital
Charge Port
None
USB-C (two ports - top and bottom)
Dimensions
90 mm × 148 mm × 32 mm
Larger than original Switch
Weight
220g (with batteries)
TBA
Shell Material
Plastic
TBA
Connectivity
Connectivity
Game Link Cable port
TBA
Video Output
None
Audio Output
3.5mm headphone jack
3.5mm headphone jack
Speaker
Mono
TBA
Features
Rumble
Volume Control
Volume wheel
Brightness Control
None
Power Control
Power switch
Gaming
Emulation Limit
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