A new analysis of the leaked Nintendo Switch 2 motherboard suggests that the system’s central processing unit (SoC) likely uses a Samsung 5nm process node instead of an 8nm node. The T239 chip, which powers the console, is said to feature around 15 billion transistors and measures approximately 200mm^2, aligning with the expected size for a Samsung 5nm node.
The revelation lines up with the timeline of other components, such as the Snapdragon 8 Gen1 chip, which was released in late 2021. If true, this could indicate improved performance levels for the Switch 2.
Additionally, a recent Nintendo patent suggests that the console will support NVIDIA’s DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) technology. This would enable the console to upscale lower-resolution textures and reduce file sizes. The patent, spotted by Laura Kate Dale, confirms long-standing rumors about the feature’s inclusion in the Switch 2.
As leaks continue to surface, the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal is becoming increasingly imminent. With accurate information pouring out, fans are eagerly awaiting official confirmation from Nintendo.
Source: https://wccftech.com/nintendo-switch-2-leaked-soc-5nm