This picture of the Nintendo Switch and Wii U is kind of mind-blowing

The Verge: I’ve owned a Wii U for over four years, for my sins, and I’ve spent a few hours with the Nintendo Switch, so you might not expect me to find a picture of the two next to each other.

[wonderfulmonkeyman]

The overall unit seems to be smaller, thinner, and lighter, meaning it will be more comfortable to hold, yet why does it look like the Switch also has a bigger screen?
Interesting...

[porkChop]

The screens are both 6.2". I think it might just be the angle that's making it look bigger.

[Double_O_Revan]

It's the bezel on the Switch. That black border makes it look like there's more screen then there is.

But it's also a hell of a lot sharper and brighter, which is nice.

[nveenio]

It's called an optical illusion. The smaller surrounding space makes the screen look larger.
https://upload.wikimedia.or...

[bouzebbal]

gamepad is as portable as switch is. you need a bag for both.
never seen a pocket that can fit that thing in, it's still huge for a handheld.
one thing i dislike with 3ds is that it has sharp edges, making it uncomfortable to hold. Gamepad is more comfortable.

[jaycptza]

thats what she said

[Lon3wolf]

Less surround around the screen gives that illusion.

[gamer7804]

the bezel around it gives the illusion, similar to why they now make the bezel as small as they can on tvs, it makes them look bigger.

That said, 370$ (pro controller a necessity without a proper dpad) doesn't warrant a switch for a little bump in resolution on zelda, nintendo is going to have to do much better than that.

[Neonridr]

a little? 900p to 720p was like the first 100 articles on N4G with game comparisons between the PS4 and XB1. It seemed to matter back then.. now suddenly it doesn't?

[gamer7804]

@Neonridr yes, i consider 720 to 900p to be a little bump. now 1080p to 4k, that is a big bump. But why by a whole new system for just a small resolution increase in one game. I'd rather wait a year or 2, when we know the state of affairs of the switch, and have accessories priced at a better value. The only real new IP from nintendo won't til be holiday 2017 if they make their deadline, thats a long time and we are sure to see better deals then.

if there is nothing you'd rather spend your money on, then by all means of course buy the switch and zelda for that, but there are lots of games on the horizon for ps4 and xbox that i want as well, i'd rather spend it on that for now, and wait for a decent deal on the switch, if they can pull off the networking social properly on console.

[phoenixwing]

@gamer I consider it to be about the same in terms of difference when it comes to a 720 to 900p and 1080 to 4k. However i didn't put down a disagree because i can't fault your logic of wanting to buy other video games for your ps4 or xbox with the money. However I wouldn't get your hopes up that nintendo will drop the price anytime soon. They simply don't do that as often as they should and i'm thinking there will not be much of a drop in price come december.

[JamesBondage]

if the pro controller is a necessity, then a game is as well, so you're looking at $430+

[Realplaya]

Th pro controller is not a necessity. It's a option.

[Realplaya]

@gamer if the switch sales the way Nintendo wants it to. Other than 3rd party accessories do you think the switch will Price drop in the first two years ?

[TheUndertaker85]

@Neonridr: The only time you'll be playing Zelda at 900p is when connected to a TV. The Switch tablet has a maximum resolution of 720p.

What does your point have to do with the topic of comparing the Switch tablet to the Wii U GamePad?

[RosweeSon]

Perceptions however the fact that the Wii u screen looks smaller prob comes down to the fact it's in the centre of gamepad which is bulky when sat next to switch which doesn't have all the extra space around the sides of the screen. Switch looks smart tho.

[Kosic]

I'd rather get a case that has palm grips. I find tablets and phones difficult to hold for long periods, it's due to the closed fist issue.
It's why I never got on with the vita, hands cramp after a while, it might be a rare issue, but due to cubital tunnel syndrome, the lay out of the Switch isn't appealing for me.

[gedden7]

It only looks bigger because everything else around the screen is smaller. Also the screen is much brighter.

[escott013]

It has that impression because the bezel is perceived to be thinner.

[QUIMICOMORTAL]

Looks good for sure! but how ugly was the wiiu pad!

[pcz]

the screens look the same size after a tall glass of kool aid

[BrandanT]

Taking into consideration how small the actual console is, it's rather powerful. It really makes you think how weak the Wii u was.

[masterfox]

lol so portable. :D

[CrimsonPheonix]

Yeah I have a backpack.

[GameBoyColor]

i think it even fits into my gym shorts

[MRMagoo123]

@gameboy

well that's unfortunate that you have that much space in your shorts 😂

[InMyOpinion]

@GameBoyColor - Keep going to the gym with those shorts and they will eventually be too big for you. #staystrongbro

[pcz]

the official carrycase for the switch fits the system like a glove, its just the right size to take the console with you wherever you go

http://www.travelchannel.co...

[Neonridr]

is an ipad not portable then? I guess they should stay at home too?

[Summons75]

And the kindle. My poor little 6-inch isn't allowed to be thrown in my back pocket, coat pocket, or backpack anymore :( haha. Actually my boss told me I need to bring the Switch to work when I get it so she can see it herself.

[R00bot]

I could probably fit it in my biggest pant pockets without the joycons attached. Just.

[Fishy Fingers]

Looks really nice when placed next to the Wii U pad, which I always considered ugly.

[pcz]

the wiiu pad is hideous.

[ninsigma]

Switch looks very nice and there's a noticeable difference in screen quality too.

[niteight]

Lol, noticable difference? So you think it's a coincidence that they are both using 6.2" 1280x720 displays? It's far more likely that they are recycling overstock displays from the dumpster-fire that was the Wii U. Counting on their fanboys to not notice or care. Looks like they were right.

[inStereo]

Grow up.

[unknownbystander]

Sorry to rain in your parade but the Wii U gamepad's resolution is 854x480 with a resistive touch screen, while the Switch is 1280x720 with a brighter, sharper, and clearer capacitive touch screen. I'm a Nintendo fan who just happens to have a computer with an i7 and 2x GTX 1080 SLI's (don't believe me? check out my profile page) and I'm still hyped for this console. Research before spewing nonsense.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wi...

[captainexplosion]

LOL. The wii U game pad is 480p. The Switch screen is 720p.

[niteight]

@unknownbystander bragging about your dual 1080's and rejoicing over a 720 screen while you have nintendo's corporate schlong down your throat is as impressive as showing off a 65" 4k oled tv to your friends while you proceed to play a movie on vhs. I don't brag about my i7 and forget about gaming in 1080 or 2160p so I can play games on a plastic box w happy meal toys instead.

[quent]

Could say the same about the ps4 pro and how 90% its parts are recycled from the base model ;)

Still worth the $399 price tag ?

[niteight]

@quent you could say the same and I'd agree. It isn't worth it.

[FallenAngel1984]

It is mindblowing! Shovel Knight on Nintendo platforms doesn't have an option for Cross-Save like its PlayStation counterparts.

[Gemmol]

With Nintendo switch future games don't need cross save because the system two in 1, so games are two in 1, one for console and one for portable

[Nu]

I'm buying the Switch later on. Maybe around October especially for Mario and Xenoblade 2.

[PFFT]

Ill just wait till they announce a Monster Hunter. By the looks of it it might be a LONG wait.

[XXanderXX]

My switch is almost home , can't wait play and buy all it's cool accessories.

Awesome.

[browngamer41]

Look at all the disagrees, I guess your not allowed to be excited- I'm right there with ya bud, I can't wait

[Money-Mike]

Quite impressive when you consider the Wii U controller required it's content to be beamed from the console, and the switch itself is the whole console. Nintendo may not be packing the latest and greatest tech, but they sure know how to use their resources in the best manner. Looks very slim & slick.

[Angeljuice]

Helps that it's made of smartphone parts. Smartphones are even smaller and can be more powerful than the switch, so it really isn't that impressive.

[Gemmol]

They are more powerful in mobile form, with them using unreal for mobile phones.......switch use unreal for consoles this why NVidia had to customize the chip, they didn't just put a mobile chip in there and call it a day.........so they are not more powerful than a switch those chips cannot run full game properly, look at dragon quest 8 as an example

[Angeljuice]

Slightly customised smartphone chips in the Switch aren't going to make it bigger.
It isn't as small, as sleek or as powerful as a top end mobile phone so I don't see it as being that big an accomplishment.

[wonderfulmonkeyman]

When a top end mobile phone can run BotW and support HD rumble in other games, without its battery dying in 5 minutes of use or its innards overheating and crashing the program, then you'll have a small point.XD

Until then, you are not going to convince anyone that there are phones out there as capable in gaming as the Switch.

[R00bot]

The GPU in the Switch crushes every smartphone on the market, wth are you on about? CPU and RAM are both unknown but I wouldn't be surprised if phones outdid the switch on those fronts, since they're not as essential for gaming and are needed for what people want phones to be good at (loading apps fast, multitasking, scrolling facebook, etc all without any dropped frames).

[RosweeSon]

And the games are gonna be classics... for a change ;) Nintendo making timeless classics 😱😉

[Wallstreet37]

Whether good or decent this will be in my hands on the 3rd :) I have long trips to work into Manhattan every day so ill be switching it out (use to use my vita but i stepped on it and broke it :( )

[il-JumperMT]

3 Overpriced Tech in 1 photo

[Neonridr]

so just out of curiosity.. how much should a handheld that can put out console quality graphics cost then?

I mean a Vita is $199.. so you tell me. $100 more is a complete ripoff when comparing the Switch and Vita considering all the differences they do?

[Angeljuice]

It's too expensive for what it is. Vita is overpriced too.

[il-JumperMT]

Vita is overpriced too. Doesnt change the fact Switch is overpriced.

[Angeljuice]

@il-JumperMT

That's what I was saying.

Neonridr said that the Vita costs $199 and suggested that the Switch is worth $100 more than a Vita. I said that the Vita is overpriced too because I believe the switch should be $150-$200.

[Neonridr]

@Angeljuice - good luck getting that much tech for $150.

[Angeljuice]

What tech? It's a smartphone with handles.

[Neonridr]

yeah, exactly that.

Which is why the thing isn't designed for you. Because you don't understand it.

[Thunder_G0d_Bane]

3rd of march can't come soon enough!! I really can't wait :D

[Summons75]

1 month to the day :D

[Darkfist_Flames]

LOL and yet those nintendo fanboys claiming its comfortable swinging that around(star fox zero)

[Mykky]

So everybody claiming it to be comfortable is a nintendo fanboy? smh

[TheVigilanteCode]

The picture above exactly means that Nintendo wanted the Wii U to be the Switch.

And we could cite a hundred reasons for Wii U's failure. The onus was entirely on their really bad western marketing and though inspiring hardware engineering for it's specs & the final unit, some very bad R&D decisions by their japanese team.

[Nintendo-or-Nothing]

I cant wait to get my hands on this. BTW, if you dont like Nintendo then why flock to the articles and talk down on it? If your son happy on you xbox, then shouldn't you be playing it?

[ninsigma]

Some people do like Nintendo but aren't happy with some of the decisions they've made surrounding the switch.

[wonderfulmonkeyman]

I'm one of those people that isn't happy with every decision they've made.
Just as I'm not happy with every decision Sony made with the PS4.
I don't feel that being unhappy justifies a lot of the overblowing of its flaws that I see around here, though.

[Obelisk92]

I don't like the "hybrid" nature of the Switch, but it sure has a cool design. Waaaaay better than the ugly Wii U gamepad.

[2cents]

I am finding myself getting more and more excited for launch day!

Can't wait for Zelda on the Switch.

[andrewsquall]

Haha, somebody else who obviously thinks the Wii U was an accessory gamepad for the Wii. I don't see the Wii console anywhere in that picture being compared to the docking system of the Switch.

Oh and the Wii U touchpad had nicer contours underneath for your hand and fingers to groove into, the Switch just looks really small and uncomfortable and yet still is too big to be a "portable" console.

[zaherdab]

my mind is so blown right now!!

[Angeljuice]

By what exactly?

[MRMagoo123]

that some people actually want it I suspect 😂

[zaherdab]

I was just refering to the title saying that it's mind blowing :) i have the same question u do actually... as if we've never seen a 7 inch tablet !

[superchiller]

That picture really shows the poor quality of the Wii U gamepad screen. Nintendo really cut corners on the design and quality of the entire Wii U console/gamepad, it's not surprising that it failed miserably. They just don't seem to understand that gamers want a decent quality product for the money they pay, preferring to put out a barebones, low-spec, feature-lacking product to maximize their profits.

Let's hope that the Switch is a little better designed, although based on what we know already, it doesn't look promising.

[RosweeSon]

Wii U screen looks fine when you have it in yours hands actually makes me forgot I've got a telly to look up to half the time so yeah really poor screen. 🤔😂. It's 4/5 years older tech advances 😱 It was fine for the time and it's still alright now unless you wanted a 4K Retina display or some techie shit that nintendo aren't interested in they are a hardware and software manufacturer not people who wanna move tech forwards at massive expensive every few years... cough cough Sony... Dvd's 👍🏻 Blu rays 👍🏻 4k rays 🤔 8-12k rays 🙄
I can't wait until the power truly tops out we can't go no further with graphics then these people might just get bored and move onto something else? Real life? For everyone else we can get back to playing proper top notch games... I still dabble with a bit of Tetris now and again. Old school gameboy 😱Hardly 4K is it and nope my eyes are still intact. Some of the comments are laughable ah i can't play that it's not 1080p most of the best games around aren't it's not all about resolutions.

[DivineAssault]

Seems cool to me as long as i have the pro controller, ill be ok... If anyone wants to play local MP, they'll be using the joy cons or bring their own... Yeah, im an A hole like that...

[InTheZoneAC]

if only I could play my Wii U games on the switch I would instantly sell mine, but other than that I have no reason to get the Switch. In fact I'm most likely going to get Zelda for the Wii U since nothing else really appeals to me. I do like the portability and how sleek the design is overall, I never use the Wii U gamepad.

[RosweeSon]

Fair play I was tempted to just do Zelda on Wii U as great a console as it was tho happy to move to Switch I'll grab Mario Kart Splatoon not day 1 for me as got Wii u version and it's not up there with Mario hence more than happy to buy that again but yeah there's no rush it's going nowhere for next 4 years or so.
I personally always use the Gamepad in a minority here no doubt but me personally always happy to use the controller that comes with the console they all different they all have pro's and cons but unless it's pretty small like original 3ds (hand cramps 😩) or the bulky original Xbox controllers, too big, in happy to use what I'm given. Nintendo do make some of the best controllers around. Different for sure but that are always pretty special, SNES Controller 👍🏻
If switch has dry patch I'll just blast my 3ds for a few months. Got a pro controller ordered tho as they do look pretty slick and like to have options.

[SillyBastid]

mind definitely not blown

[JamesBondage]

i want the switch, i just can't justify spending $300(without a game) on what is essentially a Wii-Ds XXL. I hardly game on my Xbone, but it can at least play bluray/dvds.
maybe there will be a price drop by the holiday season, but thats a long time to wait.

[gedden7]

Its mind blowing because that small device is the whole console. That console is very powerful for its size as a handheld and console. Fast RMX can run 4 player split screen @ 1080p 60fps when docked. 4 PLAYER SPLIT SCREEN. That's wild! I wonder what this console can do. Miyamoto, stated that ANY game made based on PC can be ported over to the Switch in about a year... Wow. This system will have a lot of software.

[Angeljuice]

"Can be" but won't be.

[BrandanT]

What was the point in saying that?

[Angeljuice]

He gave the impression that the Switch would have access to any PC game, I was pointing out that it won't happen.

[unknownbystander]

What developers care for is:
Install Base>Ease of Development (Architecture)>Power

If the Switch sells enough systems, there will be 3rd party games guaranteed and it's not like the Wii and the Xbox 360/PS3 anymore. All PS4, Xbox One, and the Switch are capable of HD gaming. The Switch is already more powerful than the Wii U in portable mode. The gap between consoles is not as big anymore.

[BrandanT]

Umm...The word "any" is an indefinite article. I don't understand how it could mean "every."
It could have access to any game, but that doesn't it will have access to every game... I think that's what you meant to say.

[feraldrgn]

Take that Wii U control layout & stick it on the Switch, proper D-Pad & symmetrical joysticks would be lovely.

Also how is this mind blowing?
Wii U's been around for just over 4 years, mobile technology has improved a lot.
Same screen size, instead of having a plastic casing, it has detatchable controllers like a lot of controllers you can get for tablets & screens:
https://www.youtube.com/wat...
https://www.youtube.com/wat...

[Tallpine]

I don't know about "mind-blowing".

[RosweeSon]

Why do the same old Whiney whingy people come here just to tell everyone they are not getting a switch it's underpowered and it's rubbish we get it you don't like it here's a novel one I don't like ya'll simple minded morons. Not everyone wants a 4k PS4 in their pocket. Sure it would be nice but compared to the competition oh theres not any from the big 3 looks like a quality product well made and sure it's not top end tech... other than Zelda and maybe Metroid what Nintendo game should actually need top end tech. Tell people who care are I for one am bored shitless of listening to the same old comments from the same old people you don't like it.... WE GET IT!!! Your not getting it sweet, plenty of others seem to be,, oh wait that's Nintendo purposely limiting stock 🙄👉🏻Get out 😉✌🏻
Mario run is about best game I've ever seen on a mobile, Pokemon Go was pretty cool infinity blade was it called? Looks amazing most basic game ever tho... Switch has got top end games. You cannot fault the quality of Nintendo games. Well you can but the reviews don't lie the top 25/100 games ever lists don't lie when they consistently contain masses of Nintendo games.
Rather than dribbling on to people who are excited and wanna get the product regardless of a minority of people... yes your in a minority that don't want to at the moment because of the usual ah it can't do Netflix 4K in the toilet. Bothered I want games it's a games console I want games and good one s Nintendo got me covered and if 3rd parties pull finger out sure there could be great games from them as well... all way above what an iPhone can give me. Vice city is amazing onphone but no buttons no thanks.

Full home console that you can take with you and it's more powerful than a 360 surely?! For a Home console that no longer requires a home... ok except charging seems pretty promising considering Mario being held back and so far we've only seen a selection of great Wii U ports.

Exciting times unless you just want more power for Fifa Cod, battlefield assassins... insert any old yearly churned shite.

http://www.gamesradar.com/s...

My 3ds is going nowhere but as mentioned here it's got online sure but generally handhelds are a solitary affair Zeldas Pokemons marios All single player games. However with Switch this now opens up the option of playing full on games in the middle of the street... might wanna use pavement/sidewalk tho. Or park or wherever sounds fantastic. Vita was great but all the top end games that should have arrived were never even conceived, Nintendo have 3 AAA games out one month after the others Zelda March Mario kart April Splatoon likely may June latest... E3 Nintendo directs. They carry on the rate they going and we're only on Feb they'll have more top end exclusive games in one year admittedly with help of Wii U ports than Microsoft have mustered up so far in this entire generation last 4 years or so... we need more power!?? Scorpio!!! No you need more games, muppets.
Rant over!!
My point is stop moaning at people clearly excited about the product and tell someone who could make a difference like Nintendo or the developers.

[Angeljuice]

"Why do the same old Whiney whingy people come here just to tell everyone they are not getting a switch it's underpowered and it's rubbish"

The same reason that the fans come here to gush over anything Nintendo. The ones that say they are getting a Switch "day one"
In other words because they are gamers with opinions on gaming related news.

[gbsrnctaln]

Mindblowing???

....newp.

[Featuring_Dante]

One positive thing, from the pictures, the switch doesn't seem to be Matt finish, like the wiiu which was a nightmare to clean.

[RosweeSon]

Yeah that is one absolute bonus looks nice to look at sure until you start using it and can see your fingers prints everywhere they clean off sure but it's a constant cleaning battle.

[quent]

For those who don't know, the one on the right is just the gamepad not the console itself, that really puts the size, performance and price of what the switch offers into perspective.

[jholden3249]

It really does look sexy. Which is a drastic change for Nintendo. Can't wait to try it

[Gr8saiyaman88]

Can't wait to get it!

[Captain_Tom]

How?

The Wii U was the complete opposite of modern technical design. This would be like being impressed that a modern Smartphone is smaller than the DS lol

[Christopher]

Why is this surprising at all? What was a normal laptop 5 years ago is now a more portable and more powerful PC tablet with touch screen and pen capabilities with a longer battery life.

That's just how technology is intended to evolve.

[level 360]

Depth of perception tricks you into making the smaller unit's screen larger.

[Emme]

Will the TV switch properly between on/off when docking/undocking the Switch ? Ours doesnt properly power on when activating the FireTV.

[Emme]

The switch probably targets kids from 9-12. It looks silly if a 25 years old student sits on a bench and plays Zelda, sorry...

[Manashake]

Premium handheld, but nothing beats the dual screen handheld family for me.

[Trigem]

Tempting.