Nintendo has returned to dedicated handheld gaming devices, announcing a smaller, lighter, all-in-one and portable only version of its popular Switch console.
The Switch Lite does not have removable controllers and can not connect to a TV as the original Nintendo Switch can, but in turn it offers a slightly improved battery life of three to seven hours depending on the game. (It can be played while charging with the included AC adapter.) The Switch Lite is also a less expensive option, coming in at $329.95.
The original Nintendo Switch has a recommended retail price of $469, but can commonly be purchased for around $400.
The redesigned console is significantly smaller than the original, though the buttons are roughly the same size, and it sports a traditional D-pad on the left hand side in place of four individual buttons. It features a 5.5-inch touchscreen rather than a 6.2-inch, though keeps the same maximum resolution of 720p, and it weighs around 277g, compared to the original's 399g. It does not feature a kickstand.