Switch OLED vs. Switch Lite: Which Handheld Is Better?

Choosing between Switch OLED and Switch Lite depends on your needs. The Switch OLED has a 7-inch OLED screen with vibrant colors and deep blacks, making it ideal for immersive gameplay. It supports handheld, tabletop, and docked modes, plus detachable Joy-Cons for multiplayer. The Switch Lite is smaller (5.5-inch LCD), lighter (275g vs. 320g), and more affordable—it’s a dedicated handheld with built-in Joy-Cons. The Switch OLED has better battery life (4.5-9 hours vs. 3-7 hours) and 64GB internal storage (vs. 32GB). If you want versatility (TV play, multiplayer) and a better screen, choose OLED; if you want portability and budget-friendliness, pick Lite.