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Nintendo New 2DS XL

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Nintendo New 2DS XL is a clamshell retro gaming handheld launched in 2017. Powered by ARM11 (4-core, 804 MHz), 256 MB RAM and DMP PICA200 GPU. Features a 4.88" TN LCD (dual screens, no 3D) display (800 x 240 top, 320 x 240 bottom). 1240 mAh battery and WiFi 802.11b/g/n. Runs Nintendo 3DS System Software. Clamshell redesign of the New 3DS XL without stereoscopic 3D, with larger screens.

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Nintendo New 2DS XL is a clamshell retro gaming handheld launched in 2017. Powered by ARM11 (4-core, 804 MHz), 256 MB RAM and DMP PICA200 GPU. Features a 4.88" TN LCD (dual screens, no 3D) display (800 x 240 top, 320 x 240 bottom). 1240 mAh battery and WiFi 802.11b/g/n. Runs Nintendo 3DS System Software. Clamshell redesign of the New 3DS XL without stereoscopic 3D, with larger screens.

The Nintendo New 2DS XL is a clamshell redesign of the New 3DS XL, launched in 2017, that drops stereoscopic 3D while keeping large screens and access to the native Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DS libraries. Inside sits a 4-core ARM11 CPU at 804 MHz, 256 MB RAM and the Digital Media Professionals PICA200 GPU at 268 MHz.

Beyond native games, homebrew lets it cover classic platforms such as Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, NES, Sega Genesis / Mega Drive and SNES, the latter running at full speed. Some PlayStation titles work, and Nintendo 64 is playable, though with limitations.

The primary screen is a 4.88" TN panel with 800 x 240 resolution and a 5:3 aspect ratio, while the secondary touchscreen offers 320 x 240 in 4:3. Both sit behind a plastic lens, and brightness is adjusted through the menu.

Controls include dual slidepads in a symmetric layout, a cross D-pad placed low, 4 face buttons and L, R, ZL and ZR shoulder buttons. Home and Power buttons plus a volume slider round things out. The console weighs 260 g, measures 159.36 x 86.36 x 20.8 mm and has no rumble. Sensors include an accelerometer, gyro sensor, front camera and microphone.

Charging uses a proprietary port, and a red power LED warns of low battery. Connectivity covers Wi-Fi, an NFC reader and an IR transceiver, while audio comes from front-edge stereo speakers or the 3.5mm headphone jack. Storage is 1 GB based on microSD.

The operating system is proprietary, but the console supports custom firmware via boot9strap + Luma3DS, opening the door to homebrew and emulators. Keep in mind that modding voids the warranty.

Ideal for: Nintendo fans who want the 3DS and DS library on large screens without 3D, and modding enthusiasts looking for a versatile clamshell for retro emulation up to SNES.
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Manufacturer
CPU
SoC
CPU LGR A
Model
LGR A
Architecture
ARM11
Cores
4
Frequency
804 MHz
Instruction Set
ARM
Chipset
Digital Media Professionals PICA200
GPU Frequency
268 MHz
Capacity
256 MB
Size
4.9
Technology
Primary: TN, Secondary: TN, Touchscreen
Resolution
Primary: 800 x 240, Secondary: 320 x 240
Pixel Density (PPI)
171.15
Aspect Ratio
Primary: 5:3, Secondary: 4:3
Lens
Plastic
Capacity
1400 mAh
Analog Sticks
Dual slidepads
Stick Placement
Symmetric
D-Pad
Cross
D-Pad Placement
Lower
Shoulder Buttons
L, R, ZL, ZR
Shoulder Orientation
Horizontal
Extra Buttons
Home, Power, Volume slider
Speaker Type
Dual Stereo
Speaker Position
Front Edge facing
Ports
IR transceiver, NFC reader
Wi-Fi
WiFi 3
Charge Port
Proprietary Port
Audio Output
3.5mm Headphone
Internal Storage
1 GB
Card Support
microSD
Operating System
Proprietary
Custom OS Support
boot9strap + Luma3DS
Dimensions
159.36 mm x 86.36 mm x 20.8 mm
Weight
260 g
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Modifications void warranty

Disassembling this device or installing custom firmware will cancel the manufacturer warranty. Only authorized service personnel should open the unit.

Nintendo · 8 platforms

GB GB
GBC GBC
NES NES
GBA GBA
SNE SNES
NDS NDS
N64 N64
3DS 3DS

Sega · 1 platform

MD MD

Sony · 1 platform

PS1 PS1

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • native Nintendo 3DS and DS library
  • dual screens with touchscreen
  • full-speed SNES emulation
  • boot9strap + Luma3DS custom firmware
  • built-in NFC and gyro sensor
  • lightweight 260 g clamshell

Cons

  • no stereoscopic 3D
  • low-resolution TN screens
  • limited PS1 and N64 emulation
  • proprietary charge port
  • no rumble
  • modding voids warranty

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