Rankings
The Switch OLED Model upgrades the handheld experience with a vibrant OLED display, larger internal storage, and a sturdy kickstand while retaining the same performance as the original Switch.
The Nintendo Switch Neon model delivers a flexible hybrid experience with detachable Joy-Cons, solid performance, and a strong game library, though its LCD screen and Joy-Con durability are common pain points.
The refurbished Wii White Premium Bundle offers classic motion-controlled gaming and GameCube compatibility in a like-new condition, but its outdated hardware and lack of native HD output limit its appeal in 2026.
The original Nintendo NES is an iconic 8-bit console with a massive library and classic controller design, ideal for retro enthusiasts. Its hardware is limited to low-resolution video, mono audio, and RF output, which may not suit modern setups.
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64 GBbest | 32 GB | 0.5 GB | — | |
9 hoursbest | 9 hoursbest | — | — | |
4 GBbest | 4 GBbest | — | 0 GB | |
7 inchesbest | 6.2 inches | — | — | |
2,048 GBbest | 2,048 GBbest | 32 GB | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.361 kg | 0.398 kgbest | 2.22 kg | 3 kg |
1 | 2 | 4best | — | |
1 yearsbest | — | 0.25 years | — |
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Performance(6) | ||||
Internal Storage (GB) | 64 GB | 32 GB | 0.5 GB | — |
Expandable Storage (max) (GB) | 2048 GB | 2048 GB | 32 GB | — |
RAM (GB) | 4 GB | 4 GB | — | 0.000002 GB |
Processor | NVIDIA Custom Tegra | Custom NVIDIA Tegra X1 | — | Ricoh 2A03 |
GPU | NVIDIA Maxwell | NVIDIA Maxwell | — | Ricoh 2C02 |
Maximum Output Resolution | 1080p | 1080p | 480p | 256x223 |
Battery & Power(1) | ||||
Weight (kg) | 1.3605 kg | 0.398 kg | 2.22 kg | 3 kg |
Display(2) | ||||
Screen Size (inches) | 7.0 inches | 6.2 inches | — | — |
Screen Type | OLED | LCD | — | — |
Connectivity(3) | ||||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac | 802.11b/g | — |
USB Ports (count) | 1 | 2 | 4 | — |
HDMI Output | true | true | false | false |
Features(1) | ||||
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | — | 0.25 years | — |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers lauded the OLED model as the best Switch to date, emphasizing its vibrant display, sturdy kickstand, and audio upgrades, while noting the disappointment of unchanged performance.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the OLED screen's brightness and color richness, the improved speakers, and the more stable kickstand, though some report occasional hardware defects and unchanged Joy-Con drift.
“The screen is amazing-much brighter and more colorful.”
“Great mobile gaming device.”
“OLED screen has amazing picture.”
Choose OLED for superior display quality; stick with Neon for a lower-cost entry into the hybrid ecosystem.
Professional reviewers laud the Switch for its bold hybrid design and stellar exclusive titles, noting that its flexibility and game ecosystem outweigh the modest hardware specs, though they point out the LCD screen and Joy-Con durability as drawbacks.
Everyday users praise the console's ease of multiplayer, portability, and family-friendly games, while repeatedly complaining about Joy-Con drift, limited storage, and the screen's susceptibility to scratches.
Professional reviewers praise the Wii's revolutionary motion-control system and its sustainable, refurbished condition, calling it an excellent value for families and casual gamers, while noting the lack of modern connectivity and discontinued online services.
Everyday users love the Wii for its family-oriented game nights and easy setup, but complain about finicky remote sensors, the need for an HDMI adapter, and frequent AA battery changes.
Professional reviewers praise the NES for its vibrant graphics, extensive high-quality library, and comfortable controller, but criticize the ZIF cartridge mechanism and limited mono audio.
Everyday users love the NES for its nostalgia, iconic titles, and sturdy controllers, though they complain about unreliable cartridge contacts, yellowing plastic, and the Zapper's incompatibility with modern TVs.
