Recently, photos of what could be a prototype of the
NintendoSwitch 2 system on a Chinese website emerged. These images include CAD renderings and real photos of the device, but their authenticity has been questioned.
The alleged prototype, described as the “Switch second generation STP model” or “SWITCH2 model STP”, seems to maintain a rather familiar design.
The device features an 8-inch screen, an improvement over the original model. Other new features include two USB Type-C ports, located at the top and bottom respectively, and the absence of traditional guides for joycons, which could suggest adopting a magnetic solution, as indicated by recent hallway entries.
Technical specifications
The leaked datasheet provides details about the components and performance of the device:
- Memory : 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM with a speed of 7500 MT/s and 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage, produced by Kioxia.
- Processor and GPU: SoC (CPU+GPU) model GMLX30-R-A1.
- Audio Chip : Realtek ALC5658-CG.
- NFC Reader : NXP PN7160B1HN.
- Microphone : Model CMB-MIC-X7.
- Cooling Fans : Models BSM0405HPJH9 and BSM0505HPJQC, with copper heatsink.
- Video Signal Convert: Realtek RTD2175N Chip that supports HDMI 2.1.
- Network Chip: Realtek RTL8153B-VB-CG for gigabit Ethernet.
- Microcontroller : STMicroelectronics STM32GOBOCET6.
- Speakers: MUSE BOX-L and MUSE BOX-R for high quality stereo sound.
The technical specifications seem to match a previous leak on Famiboards, which had analyzed shipping and customs data between Nintendo and NVIDIA, suggesting some consistency in the leaked details.
The debate on how authentic this information is is ignited. Some experts suggest that it could be a clone or device imitated by China, or even an elaborate hoax.
However, if it turns out to be authentic, this prototype could mark a significant step forward for the Nintendo Switch, offering significant improvements over the current model.
Latest updates
- 13:59 UTC : CAD renderings may not be authentic. While it has not been specified that renderings are mockups, the author of the original post is a 3D modeling enthusiast, which could indicate that it is a fantasy work. However, actual hardware photos look more credible.
- 14:26 UTC : A source on Famiboards reported that the original poster may have obtained a shell model from a manufacturer of expensive accessories and redesigned it to create CAD renderings. This could mean that renderings are accurate mockups rather than fake.
- 23:37 UTC : The photo hosting website, Catbox, was inactive, but returned online. The site may have been temporarily inactive due to the attention received.
- 10:29 UTC : The website also published the detailed specifications of the device. This information comes from a different source than CAD images and may not be completely accurate.
Source: reddit.com