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Nintendo Switch 2 Brings Major Quality-of-Life Upgrade With Second USB-C Port

Author : Allison Mar 05,2025

The Nintendo Switch 2 is officially here, and its reveal showcased some exciting new features. Beyond the new Joy-Cons (with apparent mouse functionality via optical sensors), a significant, albeit subtle, improvement is the addition of a second USB-C port.

The original Switch's single, under-mounted USB-C port often caused compatibility issues with third-party accessories. The proprietary nature of its USB-C implementation frequently led to problems, including the risk of damaging the console.

The Nintendo Switch 2 boasts two USB-C ports.

This dual-port design on the Switch 2 strongly suggests a move towards standard USB-C compliance. This is a major upgrade, considering the mature USB-C standard's capacity for high-speed data transfer, 4K display output, and even external GPU connectivity (via Thunderbolt).

Nintendo Switch 2 - A First Glimpse

28 ImagesThe enhanced USB-C functionality opens up possibilities for simultaneous use of power banks and other accessories, a considerable improvement over the original model. While one port might be optimized for the official dock, the second port likely offers the full range of USB-C capabilities, including fast charging and display output.

For more in-depth details, including information about the intriguing “mysterious C button,” we'll have to wait for Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct presentation on April 2, 2025.

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