The Nintendo Switch 2 is similar in size to handheld gaming PCs like the Asus ROG Ally and Valve Steam Deck.
Here’s a spec-by-spec comparison between the Switch 2 and two versions of the ROG Ally, the base model and the upgraded Ally X.
Both the Switch and the ROG Ally models have 1080p screens with a 120Hz refresh rate, but the Switch has a larger 7.9-inch screen compared to ROG Ally’s 7-inch screen.
Only the Switch 2 has a variable refresh rate, which prevents screen tearing.
The ROG Ally consoles offer better performance thanks to their more powerful processors.
The Ally X’s 80Wh battery capacity exceeds the Switch 2’s 5,220mAh battery, but the exact battery life for each handheld is unknown.
Only the Switch 2 has expandable storage via a microSD card, but all three handhelds have fast internal storage.
The Switch 2’s custom Nvidia processor and the ROG Ally’s AMD processors power each handheld’s respective game libraries.
The Switch 2 can be played with a wireless mouse, while the ROG Ally can connect to a wireless mouse.