May 2nd 2024.
The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 has been the center of many rumors lately, with the latest one suggesting a significant difference in game performance between docked and handheld modes. While it seems most sources agree that the new console won't be released until next year, there are still some who believe otherwise. The exact release date remains a mystery, with no official announcement from Nintendo yet.
Not much is known about the games that will be available on the Switch 2, but there have been some technical details leaked, including a redesigned Joy-Con controller and a focus on battery life over raw power in handheld mode. One interesting detail is that the clock speed of the device can be adjusted to either conserve battery or increase performance. According to recent rumors, the Switch 2 will be overclocked when docked, but underclocked in handheld mode to extend battery life.
The current Switch models offer a battery life of 2.5 to 6.5 hours, with later versions improving to 4.5 to 9 hours. But it seems Nintendo wants to take it even further with the Switch 2. According to hardware leaker Moore's Law Is Dead, the console will have a faster clock speed when docked, but will be "crazy low" when in handheld mode. This suggests a significant difference in performance and appearance between the two modes.
Moore's Law Is Dead discussed the Switch 2 with The Phawx on the Broken Silicon podcast, who also mentioned that Nintendo wants to keep the fan noise down by not pushing the clock speed too high. While there is already a performance difference between docked and handheld modes on the current Switch, this difference may be more noticeable on the Switch 2 due to its larger screen, rumored to be up to 8 inches.
In addition to the clock speed differences, there have also been rumors of Xbox Series S level ray-tracing features on the Switch 2. As for when the console will be released or announced, there is no new information. However, there is a possibility that Nintendo may give a hint at the new console during its traditional June Nintendo Direct. But for now, fans will have to wait for an official announcement.
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