Nintendo Switch 2: Potential Charging Incompatibility and Design Leaks
Recent rumors suggest the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 may require a higher-wattage charger than its predecessor. While leaks point to a design similar to the original Switch, a 60W power cord is reportedly necessary for optimal charging, rendering the original Switch's charger potentially insufficient.
Several leaks have surfaced online, offering glimpses – albeit unverified – of Nintendo's next-generation console. Images circulating over the holidays suggest a design evolution of the original Switch, retaining its core form factor but incorporating enhancements. Further leaks showcased the Switch 2's magnetic Joy-Con controllers, seemingly confirming their attachment mechanism in handheld mode.
Journalist Laura Kate Dale recently shared an image, purportedly from a reliable source, depicting the Switch 2's charging dock on BlueSky (via VGC). This image supports the claim that the console will ship with a 60W charger. Using the original Switch's lower-wattage cable might charge the device, but it's likely to be inefficient and a dedicated 60W cable is recommended.
Charging Cable Compatibility Concerns
Numerous other rumors have emerged concerning the Switch 2, including details about developer kits and potential launch titles (such as a new Mario Kart and Monolith Soft's Project X Zone). Speculation regarding its graphical capabilities places it near the PlayStation 4 Pro, although some sources suggest a slightly less powerful configuration.
While the Switch 2 will include its own charger, the incompatibility with the original Switch's cable presents a potential issue for users. Should the charger be lost or damaged, using the older cable is discouraged, unless confirmed as a viable alternative. The accuracy of this information, sourced from Laura Kate Dale and an unnamed source, remains unconfirmed. An official announcement from Nintendo is expected by March 2025.
