iFixit says the Switch 2 is even harder to repair than the original
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Summary
Taiwanese hardware teardown website iFixit has performed a full teardown on the new Nintendo Switch (OLED model), and found that it is harder to repair than its predecessor, scoring just three out of ten for repairability compared to four for the original model.
iFixit notes that the upgraded Nintendo Switch’s battery is held in place with adhesive rather than being secured by screws, while the console’s USB-C ports and flash storage modules are soldered to the mainboard, making them difficult to replace.
The site also criticised Nintendo for its continued use of “tri-point” screws to hold the device together, as well as the practice of hiding these screws under stickers, which are easily damaged when removed.
Nintendo has not provided repair manuals or replacement parts for either version of the Switch.