Nintendo Switch 2 teardown reveals Nvidia Tegra T239 chip, raises repairability concerns

Highly anticipated: The launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 has inevitably sparked intense scrutiny over its internal composition. While not enough time has passed for a detailed analysis, users and tinkerers have made intriguing and concerning discoveries regarding its hardware and software mere hours after the new handheld became available. YouTuber ProModding recently uploaded the first Nintendo Switch 2 teardown. While the video doesn't resemble a full-blown iFixit-style guide, it provides crucial early hardware information. Additionally, early testing of Switch 2 games has revealed disappointing HDR results but encouraging performance data. The teardown reveals that Nintendo's new handheld closely resembles its predecessor in several ways. Like the OLED model of the original Switch, the screen includes a film that should not be removed. Furthermore, the thermal paste application remains unchanged, which could raise concerns over the device's longevity. Some users claim that dried p ... Read full article.