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How long should a Nintendo 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.
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How long does 100% battery last on Switch?

Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used. For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001 [product serial number begins with "XAW"], the battery life is approximately 2.5 to 6.5 hours.
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Is it normal for Nintendo Switch to drain battery?

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. This is normal and does not represent an issue with the console or with the battery.
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How do I check the health of my Nintendo battery?

To view the approximate battery life on the system:
  1. From the HOME Menu, select System Settings. The System Settings icon highlighted on the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu.
  2. Scroll down the options on the left and select System. ...
  3. On the right-hand side select Console Battery (%).
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How do I know if my Switch battery is bad?

Important: If the battery is almost depleted when the console is docked, the TV screen will remain off and a charging indicator will be momentarily displayed on the top-left corner of the console screen.
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Why is my battery draining insanely fast?

If your phone's battery is draining faster than usual, it either means you're using a lot of energy or your phone is not using energy efficiently. This could mean you're overworking your phone by running too many applications, or something is physically wrong with the phone battery itself.
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Can Switch battery be replaced?

The replacement of batteries in a Nintendo Switch console or controller should not be undertaken by customers. Please contact your local customer service centre.
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How much does it cost to fix a Nintendo battery?

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

Once the battery charge is almost depleted, power off the console by holding down the POWER Button for three seconds, then select "Power Options" > "Turn Off." Leave the console alone for at least 30 minutes. Repeat steps 2 - 6 several times.
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Is it OK to overcharge Nintendo Switch?

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.
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What can damage Switch battery?

The Nintendo Switch Battery cannot be damaged from not being used, as far as I'm concerned. The Nintendo Switch system can be left in sleep mode for as long as you want, which should account for a period of sleep.
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How do you stop a Switch from dying fast?

Below are the translated steps.
  1. Go to 'System Settings', 'Sleep Mode' and set 'Auto-Sleep (Playing on Console Screen)' to 'Never'.
  2. Have the Switch undocked in portable mode, with no AC power connected.
  3. Start a game and leave it untouched, for example on a Title Screen.
  4. Leave the Switch alone with the screen on.
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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. With repeated charges during the life of the product, the amount of time the battery lasts after a full charge will naturally decrease.
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How do I extend the battery life on my Switch?

How to improve your Nintendo Switch battery life
  1. Turn down screen brightness.
  2. Switch to Flight Mode.
  3. Turn sound off.
  4. Consider what you're playing.
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What is the lifespan of a Nintendo Switch?

I saw an article recently in which Nintendo said that they aim to increase the life expectancy of the Switch beyond the normal 6 years a console tends to be around for.
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Does Nintendo replace Switch batteries for free?

That said, if your battery fails, you should contact Nintendo customer service and they will swap the battery (or the unit) for free while under warranty and presumably for a fee once warranty is up.
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Does Nintendo repair Switch for free?

If your product issue is covered under our warranty, you won't pay a fee. Otherwise, repairs are considered out of warranty (and not covered) when: Your product is no longer covered by the Nintendo warranty.
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What happens when Nintendo Switch battery dies?

When a Switch's battery is fully drained, it can take several minutes to turn back on, even if connected to its charger. Give it up to a few hours to charge and restart. If you haven't used your Switch in days or weeks since its battery drained, it can take even longer to resuscitate, up to 12 to 24 hours.
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How much battery should drain in 1 hour?

Draining 20% in little over an hour means a 5~6hr battery life. Most phones today claim a battery life of around 10~15hrs for regular use. You are draining your phone at 2~3x the normal rate. Which can be normal depending on what you are doing.
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Why does my battery drain fast at 15%?

your battery gauge is just an estimate of its capacity. its warning you at 15 percent that your charge is low and that you should recharge. it's hard on the battery and the system to let it die. You're getting really good battery life already so just get used to plugging it in at 15 percent like you're supposed to.
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Is it normal for a new battery to drain fast?

You may feel the battery usage time is shorter compared to when you were using your previous device, but this is just part of the initialisation of your new phone.
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Should you leave Nintendo Switch docked?

Does leaving your Nintendo switch in dock ruin battery? No, because it stops charging the battery once it's full. It's fine to sit in the dock for extended periods of time.
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How do you know if a switch is dying?

Some symptoms may indicate issues with the switch or the system it operates: The electrical switch works intermittently. If you notice that a button doesn't always work on the first press or requires frequent presses before it operates, it may indicate the button is dying and needs to be replaced.
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