On paper, the Xbox Series S beats the Switch 2 in terms of raw specs. Yes, that is confusing since Nintendo's handheld can hit 4K 60fps in docked mode while Microsoft's digital-only console targets 1440p, but the former portable relies on Nvidia AI upscaling shenanigans to make that happen.

It’s a big day for Nintendo fans. The gaming giant’s new console, the $450 Switch 2, arrives on store shelves globally after being announced in April — marking Nintendo’s first major console launch since the original Switch arrived roughly eight years ago.

Sure, the Switch 2 is still cheaper than the Xbox Series X or PS5, but just shy of £400 for a new console is not exactly pennies. In your mind, you can't help comparing it to the Nintendo Switch 1, which was originally priced at a much less intimidating £279.