Get ready for a significant upgrade with the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, which now charges almost twice as fast as its predecessor. As reported by Nintendo Life, Nintendo has revealed the tech specs for the new $84.99 Switch 2 Pro Controller, stating it takes approximately three-and-a-half hours to reach a full charge when using the Nintendo Switch 2 AC adapter or a USB-C charging cable. This is a substantial improvement over the six hours required for the original model.
The good news continues with the battery life, as the Switch 2 Pro Controller maintains the impressive 40-hour performance of its predecessor. Additionally, this new controller comes with enhanced features including a new C button, two additional GL/GR buttons on the underside, and a design that is both lighter and smaller than the original.
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If you're attached to your original Pro Controller, you'll be pleased to know that Nintendo has confirmed its compatibility with the new console system. This ensures a smooth transition for gamers who aren't ready to switch just yet.
Nintendo introduced the Switch 2 during a 60-minute Nintendo Direct earlier this month. Originally, pre-orders were scheduled to open in early April in the U.S., but due to tariff-related uncertainties, the date was shifted to April 24. During this delay, Nintendo decided to maintain the $449.99 price point for the Switch 2 console and its games, but increased the prices of most Switch 2 accessories, including bumping the Switch 2 Pro Controller from $80 to $85.
For those considering the upgrade, check out the Nintendo Switch 2 vs Nintendo Switch comparison chart. If you're eager to get your hands on a new console on launch day, learn how to increase your chances of securing a Nintendo Switch 2.
