Nintendo has engaged Samsung to manufacture the main chips for its upcoming Switch 2, including a custom 8-nanometer processor designed by NVIDIA, moving away from TSMC which supplied the original Switch's chipsets. This strategic shift may allow for a more efficient production of over 20 million units by March 2026. Nintendo has reported strong pre-order interest, unexpected with 2.2 million applications in Japan alone, but projects lower initial sales than analyst expectations due to tariffs and production considerations.
Using Samsung means that Nintendo won't be competing with Apple and others for TSMC's resources, allowing for a smoother production of the Switch 2.
Nintendo was surprised by the 2.2 million pre-orders for Switch 2 in Japan, highlighting strong demand despite projected sales being lower than some analyst predictions.
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