How do you preserve battery life on a Switch?

How do you maintain a Nintendo Switch battery?

Is it okay to leave Switch plugged in all the time?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.

How long should a Nintendo Switch battery last?

For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001(-01) [product serial number begins with "XKW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours. For Nintendo Switch Lite, model number: HDH-001, the battery life is approximately 3 to 7 hours.

Can you replace a Switch battery?

The bad news is that there is currently no way for a consumer to install a new battery in the hand-held device or the Joy-Con controllers. While Nintendo hinted at a paid battery replacement service prior to the launch of the system, it has yet to institute such a program.

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Does the Switch battery get worse over time?

As with most lithium-ion batteries, the console battery life will gradually decrease over time. After about 800 charge cycles, the console battery life will decrease to about 80% compared to the battery on a new console.

Is it better to sleep or power off Nintendo Switch?

Pressing the POWER Button for a short time will make the console enter Sleep Mode. This is the recommended way to turn off the console as it will quickly suspend whatever game you happen to be playing. Pressing the POWER Button again for a short time will allow you to resume playing from where you left off.

Should you always charge Switch to 100?

There's no need to "train" your battery by charging it to 100% before first use. (There's nothing wrong with charging it up before playing, except your hype levels may be impossible to contain.) Again, there's no reason to routinely run your battery down to 0% before charging it to 100%.

How often should I charge my Switch?

Make sure that you charge the product at least once every six months. If not charged for an extended period of time, the battery may lose its ability to retain charge.

How many years will the Switch last?

The idea of the Switch, however, has remained the same. Its models mainly use the same type of CPU and GPU, too. As I discussed with former Nintendo president Reggie Fils-Aimé, the Switch seems due for some sort of upgrade... but according to Nintendo, the Switch's life cycle could be as long as 10 years.

What is the average lifespan of a Switch?

So considering that the original Switch is both, and is docked half the time, it should last around eight years. A Switch Lite may take more wear and tear and last less.

Why does my Nintendo Switch battery not last long?

Here are some common reasons why a Switch may not charge, or the charge may not last long: There is a problem with the outlet you plug the charger into. The USB-C charging port or AC adapter may need to be cleaned. Using the incorrect charging cable to attempt to power the Nintendo Switch console.

How do I check battery health on Switch?

Should I turn my Switch off?

As with any electronic device, it's a good idea to turn a Nintendo Switch console off if you're not using it. This lets the hardware rest, resets any potentially glitchy software, and allows the batteries to charge faster. If you're just taking a break, then the Switch's Sleep Mode is a better choice.

How long can you play Switch docked?

Nintendo says the Switch can last up 6 hours away from its docking station, though that duration is impacted by the game you're playing.

Does the Switch charge on the dock?

Nintendo Switch consoles [HEG-001/HAC-001] can both be charged using the included Nintendo Switch dock.

Is it OK to leave the Switch in sleep mode?

Not only that, but it's meant to be left in that mode when finishing sessions. Nintendo recommends it and a lot of users claim that for longevity purposes it's just the best thing. On the contrary, a few people say that it's a waste of energy and that video game consoles tend to fail if put in Sleep Mode frequently.

Does sleep or shut down save more battery?

In sleep mode, only your laptop's RAM draws battery while the processor, hard disk, and other components are powered down to save battery.

How long can a Switch battery last in sleep mode?

Leaving Switch in sleep mode for 12 hours, it only drained 1% of the battery. It will last even longer with a full shutdown, but that's not really necessary between the commute to and from work with such minimal standby usage.

Do the joy cons charge in sleep mode?

In order for the Joy-Con to charge while attached to the Nintendo Switch console, the console must be connected to the AC adapter and powered on or in Sleep Mode.

How much does Switch battery replacement cost?

Nintendo Switch Battery Replacement $89. Is your Nintendo Switch not holding a charge for long? Get a new battery replacement. Includes parts+labor.

Does the Switch charge faster in sleep mode?

Again, they charge faster when the system is in sleep mode. The Joy-Cons will also charge from the Switch even when it's in handheld mode and not connected to a power source.

Does using a Switch while charging damage battery?

Playing a Nintendo Switch while it is charging will not damage the battery.

What happens when Switch battery dies?

Wait until the battery runs out (the screen will go black as the system shuts down). When the battery has run out, plug your Switch in to charge and leave it for at least 4 hours.