The new and improved LCD display panel for the Nintendo Switch 2 has seemingly hit mass production as parts slip out into resellers’ hands.
While the Nintendo Switch 2 is a brilliant handheld, the handheld’s display has been a point of contention. Unlike most modern screens, the handheld’s 120Hz LCD has a slow pixel response time which can cause noticeable ghosting and smearing, although it doesn’t bother everyone.
A revised display has been rumoured for a while now, although it had yet to hit mass production seemingly due to major issues surrounding all forms of manufacturing right now. However, a year after the handheld’s launch, it seems that the new Nintendo Switch 2 display has hit mass production.
As spotted by Nintendo Patents Watch, the new Nintendo Switch 2 LCD screen has started appearing on Chinese reseller pages which is the clearest sign of a part hitting mass production. The new screen, model number LS0DAS7081, is manufactured by Sharp as opposed to Innolux.
While the display appears different, the component connects to the handheld in the same way as before. This means that, unless Nintendo has barred replacement screens outside of first-party repairs, current users would be able to replace their screen with the new option if it’s a better component.
Right now, it’s not clear if the new Nintendo Switch 2 screen is a marked improvement over the existing Innolux display. However, considering the pedigree of Sharp in comparison, it’s likely that Nintendo is shelling out a little extra to produce these panels. Therefore, it’s expected that this new screen should provide at least some improvement over the launch panels.
Nintendo is no stranger to adding major improvements to Nintendo Switch models over time. The original Switch saw major additions including a less power-hungry Nvidia Tegra X1 revision and improved batteries. Additionally, a new Nintendo Switch 2 model is on the way for Europe with a removable battery.
With the new display currently on the production line, it shouldn’t be long until fans get their hands on the new screen and testing begins. However, as Nintendo has yet to disclose the new part—and likely won’t considering their history—there’s no indication of which machines will have the new displays attached.
