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Marshall Honorof

Nintendo Switch OLED vs. Nintendo Switch vs. Switch Lite: What should you buy?

Nintendo Switch OLED, Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite and Switch Pro controller.

Choosing which Nintendo Switch is right for you can be a tricky call to make. While the Nintendo Switch OLED is the current head of the Nintendo family, and it's a compelling console overall, it's not the only Switch option on the market.

So, if you’re looking to buy Nintendo’s handheld hybrid for the first time, you shouldn’t just grab the OLED version and call it a day. There are three Switch variations to choose from — the premium Switch OLED, the inexpensive Switch Lite and the jack-of-all-trades original Switch —  and each one offers certain advantages and drawbacks, and you'll want to select the one that best fits you. 

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