Nintendo confirms Switch 2 does not support VRR while docked

Last month, Nintendo removed mentions of the Switch 2's support for Variable Refresh Rate from its website. This was confusing, as previously Nintendo had confirmed that the console supports VRR. Now several weeks later, we finally have an explanation. 

In a statement given to Nintendo Life (via Eurogamer), Nintendo confirmed that VRR is supported on the Switch 2's mobile display. However, the console does not support VRR in docked mode.

“Nintendo Switch 2 supports VRR in handheld mode only. The incorrect information was initially published on the Nintendo Switch 2 website, and we apologise for the error”.

It is unclear if VRR will be enabled for docked mode later on but it is not something Switch 2 buyers should expect as part of the package.

The Nintendo Switch 2 launches on June 5th for £399.

KitGuru Says: Not having VRR in docked mode immediately puts the Switch 2 at a disadvantage for 120Hz games. At those higher refresh rates, frame rates tend to waver more frequently, which can in turn cause a lot of screen tearing. 

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