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How long do Nintendo switches controllers last?

When fully charged, the battery duration for the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is a game controller developed and manufactured by Nintendo for use with the Nintendo Switch video game console. It is an alternative controller to the Joy-Con.
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can last approximately 40 hours. This can be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.
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How do you know if your Switch controllers are dying?

To view the battery life for each paired controller:

From the HOME Menu select Controllers. The approximate battery life will be displayed for each controller that is paired to a Nintendo Switch system.
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Do Nintendo Switch controllers stop working?

If the control sticks cannot be calibrated, the non-working Joy-Con controller will need to be repaired. Do not send in the console. If the Joy-Con registers correctly as being attached to the console but the control sticks are not responding correctly, the non-working Joy-Con controller will need to be repaired.
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Do Switch Joy-Cons wear out?

The contacts are worn down: The joystick contacts can get worn down over time causing them to work improperly and detect input when none is actually given.
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Do Joy-Cons lose battery when not in use?

Batteries always drain, even when devices are turned off; they drain when your console is turned off simply because the charge is lost over time regardless of use.
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Do joycons only charge while docked?

The Joy-Con controllers can be charged in the following ways: While attached to the Nintendo Switch console. Attach the Joy-Con to the Nintendo Switch console and power it on.
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What is the minimum time to charge joycons?

It takes approximately 3 ½ hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers.
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Why do Joy-Cons drift so easily?

A lot of the time, Joy-Con drift is caused by dust and grime building up inside the control stick mechanism. If you don't want to totally disassemble your Joy-Con—voiding the warranty in the process—you can still clean this dirt away to fix your Joy-Con.
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How many years should a Nintendo 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.
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What causes stick drift?

The main natural cause for controller drift is dust and other debris. Things like food particles, pet fur, and dead skin can accumulate inside your controller and cause it to drift. The other reason your controller might start developing drift is natural wear and tear.
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How long will Nintendo fix Joy-Cons?

How long does a Joy-Con repair take? The general consensus indicates that Joy-Con repairs by Nintendo can take anywhere from 3 days to a month. If it turns out your Joy-Con issues aren't covered by Nintendo or you need it faster, we can help.
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How long does it take for Nintendo Switch controllers to be repaired?

The current total turnaround time for repair orders is around 2-3 weeks.
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How long should a good controller last?

The joystick modules in nearly all modern controllers are all the same from the same manufacturer (Alps) with the same potentiometer sensors and are rated for the equivalent of approximately 400 hours of use (500,000 - 1,000,000 cycles depending on component).
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Why is my controller dying?

Your controller needs new batteries. The firmware in your controller needs to be updated. Your controller is too far away from the gaming console. There are too many devices connected to your gaming console.
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Why do my Switch remotes keep dying?

Because they're not being charged. Every battery like that runs out even while not in use; your controllers, remoted, even your phone. It's completely normal.
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How many hours will a Nintendo Switch last?

For Nintendo Switch – OLED Model with a serial number that starts with “XT”, the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours. For Nintendo Switch consoles with a serial number that starts with “XK”, the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours.
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Can you overuse a Nintendo Switch?

No. The official Nintendo Switch dock not make the Console overheat while in use. There are is alot of air flow to make sure that the hardware doesn't overheat.
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How many hours should a Switch last?

For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001 [product serial number begins with "XAW"], the battery life is approximately 2.5 to 6.5 hours. For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001(-01) [product serial number begins with "XKW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours.
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Does Nintendo fix drift for free?

Send your Joy-Cons to Nintendo

Like we mentioned, Nintendo will repair any drifting Joy-Cons for free.
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Do newer Joy-Cons drift?

While you can send your Joy-Cons away for a free repair at Nintendo (or just buy a new set), the sticks will inevitably start drifting again.
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Will buying new Joy-Cons fix drift?

Send it to Nintendo For Repair/Refund

Since the issue is widespread, Nintendo actually offers to fix Joy-Con drift for free (and has allegedly fixed the issue on newer Joy-Cons).
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Do Joycons 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.
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How long does it take for a Nintendo Switch controller to charge to 100?

It takes approximately six hours in order for the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller to fully charge. Once the Pro Controller is fully charged, the recharge LED beside the USB connector will shut off.
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