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

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

The original Switch's single, oddly specified USB-C port often caused compatibility issues with third-party accessories, sometimes even damaging the console. This forced users to rely on unreliable adapters.

The Switch 2's dual ports strongly suggest adherence to standard USB-C specifications. This opens up possibilities for high-speed data transfer, 4K display output, and even external GPU connectivity (via Thunderbolt). The mature USB-C standard offers far greater versatility than its predecessor.

Nintendo Switch 2 - A First Glance

28 ImagesThe dual USB-C ports allow for simultaneous use of multiple accessories, such as external power banks and other peripherals – a considerable quality-of-life enhancement. While one port might be optimized for the official dock, the second port likely offers full USB-C functionality, including fast charging and display output.

For further details, including information on the rumored "C button," we await Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct presentation on April 2, 2025.

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