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Otter on 14 May 2025
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javi741 said:

So based on what I saw in the hardware leal video, in terms of raw power the Switch 2 in docked mode is right in between a PS4 & PS5 in power, so maybe slightly above PS4 Pro level.

While in handheld mode, it seems like the Switch 2 is slightly more capable than a base PS4.

However, the Switch 2 should be better off cause of DLSS and the Series S being a more underpowered version puts the Switch 2 closer to receiving next gen ports since the gap isn't as large this time around.

Am I correct with this?

I wouldn't compare Switch 2 to PS4 Pro but it's closer to PS4 base then it is PS5 in raw power. It's feature set though is way more modern and aligned closer to the PS5 generation of hardware and in some ways beyond (DLSS)...

I think the only meaningful deduction is that original games can look even greater than anything we saw on PS4, able to match PS4 Pro in resolution output (often with DLSS) and allowing better performance at lower resolutions. We will see more 60fps Switch 2 games at similar levels of detail of PS4 games.  Modern ports will be easier and produce higher quality than a last gen machines (PS4/X1), but still typically be a generation behind in feature set (no RT GI), low end texture detail while being locked to 720-1080p/30fps. Image quality maybe similar or better to Series S and they will require proper porting window (4-6months) unless a separate team is handling it.

In smaller scope games where the CPU is not taxed and the only bottle neck is RAM/GPU, it may feel closer to PS5 (at 1080p) and be easy for simultaneous launches.

Last edited by Otter - on 15 May 2025