Nintendo Switch 2 Teardown Reveals Detailed Look at Nvidia Chip

Alright, picture this. The Nintendo Switch 2? It’s just out, and before most folks even get their hands on it, someone’s already cracked it open. I mean, really? ProModding on YouTube — that’s what they’re called — decided it was worth taking apart as soon as they could. So, they did it, piece by piece, microscope and all. Seriously, meticulous work.

First off, you gotta remove those screws underneath the system and even behind that tricky little kickstand. Oh, and don’t get me started on those colored sides where the Joy-Con controllers snap in. All those screws and clips make the back cover just pop right off! It’s like they were never meant to be a secret.

Then there’s that metal shielding. Tons of it! ProModding made it look easy, but whoa, that’s dedication. Antennae out of the way, those screws didn’t stand a chance, honestly.

The cooler goes next — whoa there, careful with the battery, folks — and, voilà, the motherboard is free. That fancy new Nvidia chip, GMLX30-A1, finally shows itself after a bit of… exfoliating, if you will: a little shielding here, thermal paste there. Exactly like the stuff from those 2024 leaks. Imagine thinking you’d keep it under wraps. Nope!

If you’re the type who just loves seeing each microchip under scrutiny, you’re in luck. ProModder doesn’t miss a beat — everything gets a close-up, courtesy of their microscope. Talk about being thorough.

Oh, and file this under “probably don’t attempt at home” unless you’re down with voiding warranties or bricking your device. Nintendo, not thrilled about DIY tinkering, recently updated some User Agreement deals — essentially saying, “Don’t mess with the hardware, or else.” Yikes. Imagine turning it into an expensive paperweight. Cool souvenir, though.

You can bet Nintendo’s tech crew has their own secret scrolls of repair wisdom. But until Switch 2 officially hits shelves on June 5? Watching these modders do their thing is our best bet.

In the meantime, don’t forget to hit up Tom’s Hardware on Google News for all the latest tech madness. They’ve got more insights, reviews, and revelations than you can shake a Joy-Con at.

Stay curious, folks. Or don’t. Up to you really.