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Nintendo Switch 2, unveiled April 2, features a custom NVIDIA processor with dedicated RT Cores and Tensor Cores.

By Aniket Chakraborty

Apr 5, 2025

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The console represents 1,000 engineer-years of effort across system design, chip development, and programming tools.

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Switch 2 enables up to 4K gaming in TV mode and up to 120fps at 1080p in handheld mode.

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Real-time ray tracing delivers lifelike lighting, reflections, and shadows for more immersive gaming worlds.

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AI-driven features like Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) boost resolution without sacrificing image quality.

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Tensor Cores enable AI-powered face tracking and background removal for enhanced social gaming experiences.

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Nintendo Switch 2 delivers 10x the graphics performance of the original Switch model.

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NVIDIA G-SYNC provides variable refresh rate in handheld mode for ultra-smooth, tear-free gameplay.

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The console maintains the hybrid design that bridges TV and handheld play that made the original Switch popular.

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Developers benefit from improved game engines, better physics, and optimized APIs for faster game creation.

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