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Nintendo has found itself in the spotlight again as we get even more leaks about the Switch 2. This time, pictures of the upcoming handheld’s motherboard were leaked and people online had a lot of negative things to say about it. The recent leak revealed that its CPU would feature an 8nm architecture dated back to 2018.
Fans online immediately began to criticize this choice saying that the dated tech wouldn’t work. But Nintendo’s track record suggests the company knows how to balance cost, performance, and user experience, and the Switch 2 is likely no exception.
People are really overreacting to the Nintendo Switch 2’s leaked specs
It began when CentroLeaks posted images of what they claimed to be the Switch 2 motherboard, pointing to an Nvidia system-on-a-chip (SoC) manufactured using Samsung’s 8nm process. People immediately claimed that the use of 2018-era technology could result in poor performance and subpar battery life.
Welp, it’s over.Based on the leaked SoC picture this appears to be manufactured by Samsung, meaning the 8nm node is likely, that’s 2018 technology. A lot of people expected 4nm.This is just speculation based on the leaked photos, but if this ends up true, this would be…https://t.co/WhUt99ftDm
But this concern is largely speculative and isn’t even based on actual confirmed specs. Nintendo has consistently leveraged older hardware to produce standout consoles, from the Game Boy to the original Switch, which became one of the best-selling systems of all time despite its modest specifications. It’ssafe to expect the samefrom the Switch 2.
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Nintendo’s reliance on cost-effective hardware is nothing new. The company has prioritized affordability and innovation over raw power. People had similar complaints about the Switch’s 2017 hardware, yet it became one of the best-selling consoles of all time. Now we consider games likeThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the WildandTears of the Kingdomsome of the most beautiful games ever made.
“waah the switch 2 uses tech from 2018 the system is gonna be so bad” meanwhile this is what games from 2018 looked likepic.twitter.com/hZxmamvQFh
Modern games likeRed Dead Redemption 2andHorizon Zero Dawnwere built on 2018 hardware, yet they continue to impress with their graphical fidelity and performance. Nintendo is known for tailoring its games to its hardware and is unlikely to release a console incapable of running its flagship titles smoothly.
We might get more bangers likeTears of the Kingdomon the Switch 2
Another aspect often overlooked is Nintendo’s audience. Unlike competitors like Sony and Microsoft which focus on raw power for gamers, Nintendo caters to a different demographic, including families and casual gamers. For many in this audience, gameplay and creativity precede resolution and frame rates. This has been a hallmark of Nintendo’s success, from the Game Boy to the Wii, and remains a strength today.
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What has fueled the controversy is the claim that an older manufacturing node would handicap the Switch 2 compared to competitors like the Steam Deck or next-gen handhelds. But the leaked specs don’t support this claim. The Switch 2 is rumored to include 12GB of LPDDR5 memory, 256GB of storage, and features like Nvidia’s AI-assisted upscaling, akin to DLSS. So it’s still going to pack a punch.
Aside from hardware performance, the Switch 2 has other rumored upgrades to take note of. The new Joy-Conswill reportedly feature Hall Effectjoystick technology as an upgrade to the massively common Joy-Con drift problem that seemingly every single owner of the Switch had.
What do you think the Switch 2’s actual performance will be? Let us know in the comments!
Daniel Royte
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As part of the FandomWire team, Daniel has followed the hero-shooter genre closely with a focus on titles like VALORANT, Apex Legends, and Marvel Rivals. You can also find him providing insight on the latest AAA titles from Elden Ring to GTA 6 and exploring the world of gacha games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. With more than 1,000 articles under his belt, you’ll need to look no further for a unique insight into every situation.If he’s not looking for the latest video game news, you’ll find him cheering on Ferrari in the race tracks of Formula 1 or at the theatres for the latest MCU releases.
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