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Cheebo · Jan 15, 2017

Seems a lot seem confused and assume it is just as big as the WiiU gamepad. This handy comparison from Kotaku helps with some comparisons with 3DS and WiiU:

http://kotaku.com/nintendo-switch-the-size-comparison-1791177092

21st century cowboy · Jan 15, 2017

I thought from previous pictures that it was roughly the same size apart from the depth. Really nice. The screen is basically the size of a 3ds. I might actually end up carrying that and the pro controller round with me in my bag.

t26 · Jan 15, 2017

Hispanic! At the Disco · Jan 15, 2017

I actually throw my 3DS XL in my pocket sometimes. I'd probably consider throwing the screen in one pocket and joycons in another.

Sora the Cat · Jan 15, 2017

This image does it for me, now I know my hands will fit perfectly. It's the reason why I prefer 2DS to 3DS.

Cheebo · Jan 15, 2017

t26 said:

Another really good one. The idea that this is as massive as the WiiU gamepad is a weird assumption that has gone around. I mean we just has a thread where someone said it won't fit in a full size backpack.

jon bones · Jan 15, 2017

man this thing looks like the perfect handheld

Newtype-001 · Jan 15, 2017

Nice.
Still those bezels tho

sonto340 · Jan 15, 2017

t26 said:

This image makes me feel like the switch is more portable than people are giving it credit for.

eltercero · Jan 15, 2017

The more I see the neon colors the more I like them.

SummitAve · Jan 15, 2017

I'm still curious to see how the right analog stick feels being more in the middle of the controller.

It's Reyn Time! · Jan 15, 2017

That's a lovely piece of kit. Kinda crazy we can get something that runs Zelda better than the Wii U in a console less than half the size of the Wii U's gamepad.

xxracerxx · Jan 15, 2017

It's such a good form factor.

Axispowers · Jan 15, 2017

eltercero said:
The more I see the neon colors the more I like them.

They look even better once you see em irl.

trixx · Jan 15, 2017

One of nintendo's best in terms of hardware design

EVIL · Jan 15, 2017

eltercero said:
The more I see the neon colors the more I like them.

this. its also the one that is least pre ordered so yeah. might get that one

Sesuadra · Jan 15, 2017

Cheebo said:
Another really good one. The idea that this is as massive as the WiiU gamepad is a weird assumption that has gone around. I mean we just has a thread where someone said it won't fit in a full size backpack.

lol...incredible.

Bjoern the Smexy · Jan 15, 2017

Wow, this thing is thin!
Must be about 1cm thick, from what I can make out (Wii U gamepad is ~2cm thick at its thinnest point)

Magwik · Jan 15, 2017

Sora the Cat said:
This image does it for me, now I know my hands will fit perfectly. It's the reason why I prefer 2DS to 3DS.

This is by far the best visual aid of the size of the joycons

Sora the Cat · Jan 15, 2017

It's Reyn Time! said:
That's a lovely piece of kit. Kinda crazy we can get something that runs Zelda better than the Wii U in a console less than half the size of the Wii U's gamepad.

It really is amazing. That new Mario game and good old MK8 running at 60 fps on a portable device feels like a dream.

LordRaptor · Jan 15, 2017

Not only do I really like the Switch form factor, I would really like to see Nvidia make their own version running W10 ARM

WeirdoStalkerJr · Jan 15, 2017

It's Reyn Time! said:
That's a lovely piece of kit. Kinda crazy we can get something that runs Zelda better than the Wii U in a console less than half the size of the Wii U's gamepad.

I know right!, and do not forget Skyrim special edition!

Drools....

Octavianus · Jan 15, 2017

So.. basically when you detatch the joy-cons it's about the size of a New 3ds XL.

Not portable though, right gaf?

III-V · Jan 15, 2017

t26 said:

This really puts it into perspective for me, thanks,

EloquentM · Jan 15, 2017

eltercero said:
The more I see the neon colors the more I like them.

I know. I don't understand it either. Now I feel like I made a mistake.

shingi70 · Jan 15, 2017

These images just confirm that this a portable that happens to become a console.

-Pyromaniac- · Jan 15, 2017

Definitely one of Nintendo's best designed hardware in a while. Only negative is a few too many separate pieces but I guess that's why it has the flexibility it has.

13ruce · Jan 15, 2017

I forgot you can use it as a mini tv thats awesome.

tesqui · Jan 15, 2017

say what you will about the Switch, but I still think it looks real nice.

Avenger54321 · Jan 15, 2017

Wow that's nice, smaller than I expected. Good job on Nintendo.

darkazcura · Jan 15, 2017

This pretty much proves that the claims of it not being portable enough may have been too quick to judge. Thanks for this!

BD1 · Jan 15, 2017

Has Nintendo released he actual dimensions of the dock? I'm trying to figure out where in my cabinet I want to put the thing...

It's Reyn Time! · Jan 15, 2017

OrbitalBeardJr said:
I know right!, and do not forget Skyrim special edition!

Drools....

I think it's just regular old Skyrim, but even that at 720p in a console that size is great to me. Really can't wait.

BroBot · Jan 15, 2017

Cheebo said:
Another really good one. The idea that this is as massive as the WiiU gamepad is a weird assumption that has gone around. I mean we just has a thread where someone said it won't fit in a full size backpack.

Glorious. I need to find said thread and post.

Sword Of Doom · Jan 15, 2017

Can't believe how freaking thin and small it is

tesqui said:
say what you will about the Switch, but I still think it looks real nice.

Those mismatched colors joycons though. I could see them being a distraction.

BajiBoxer · Jan 15, 2017

Perfect size for my cargo shorts pockets.

13ruce · Jan 15, 2017

This fits easily in mans/big jeans pockets if you put the joycons in separate pockets.

CharminUltra · Jan 15, 2017

Just lovely.

Flintty · Jan 15, 2017

Sora the Cat said:
It really is amazing. That new Mario game and good old MK8 running at 60 fps on a portable device feels like a dream.

This is the key. This thing is tiny yet can replicate Wii U graphics and who knows how much better in time. As a handheld which can be put on the TV it's stunning.
The only thing making me want to cancel my preorder is the launch lineup

darkazcura · Jan 15, 2017

BroBot said:
Glorious. I need to find said thread and post.

http://m.neogaf.com/showthread.php?t=1334280

Lom1lo · Jan 15, 2017

LordRaptor said:
Not only do I really like the Switch form factor, I would really like to see Nvidia make their own version running W10 ARM

Kinda OT but why ? Running windows store games ?! Most non store games are 64 bit (I have no idea if this is true, I assume so) and wouldnt work ?

Switch is a really nice looking device .

Omega Kirby · Jan 15, 2017

Hispanic! At the Disco said:
I actually throw my 3DS XL in my pocket sometimes. I'd probably consider throwing the screen in one pocket and joycons in another.

So where does your wallet and phone go?

LordRaptor · Jan 15, 2017

It's Reyn Time! said:
I think it's just regular old Skyrim, but even that at 720p in a console that size is great to me. Really can't wait.

Personally I would rather "regular old" skyrim with mod support than "not the same game not the same content all new all different" skyrim without, but who knows what its actually getting.

e:

Lom1lo said:
Kinda OT but why ? Running windows store games ?! Most non store games are 64 bit (I have no idea if this is true, I assume so) and wouldnt work ?

If Windows runs on ARM as speculated, then any windows programs should run. The ARM cpu in the Switch is 64 bit.

KHlover · Jan 15, 2017

Omega Kirby said:
So where does your wallet and phone go?

Other pockets. Cargo trousers ftw

Astral Dog · Jan 15, 2017

-Pyromaniac- said:
Definitely one of Nintendo's best designed hardware in a while. Only negative is a few too many separate pieces but I guess that's why it has the flexibility it has.

Yeah compared to the Wii U and 3DS the Switch is an engineering piece of ass

7threst · Jan 15, 2017

The size is just perfect! Travelling wiyh my Switch will be such a joy. Happy about the size!

marc^o^ · Jan 15, 2017

t26 said:

Great picture!

Carrying the screen and joycons separately will be something I will often do.

Goldenmoney · Jan 15, 2017

Looks like Nintendo nailed it with the dimensions, love how thin it is. How heavy is it compared to a Wii U gamepad?

TheGreatMightyPoo · Jan 15, 2017

Looks like an amazing handheld.
I can see why many are turned off by it as a home console but this is what I wanted since the Wii U Gamepad which I loved playing on.

Octavianus · Jan 15, 2017

Omega Kirby said:
So where does your wallet and phone go?

My winter coat has realy deep pockets and can actually fit the New 3ds xl, my wallet, and my phone all in one pocket.
it's pretty neat.

I also usually carry a bag with me.

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