"Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller: Charging Time Halved"

Gamers, rejoice! The new Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller will charge in nearly half the time of the original model. As reported by Nintendo Life, Nintendo has shared the tech specs of their latest $84.99 Switch 2 Pro Controller, revealing it takes just three-and-a-half hours to fully charge using the Nintendo Switch 2 AC adapter or the USB-C charging cable. This is a significant improvement over the original Pro Controller's six-hour charge time.

The good news doesn't stop there. The Switch 2 Pro Controller maintains the impressive 40-hour battery life of its predecessor. Plus, it comes with exciting new features like the C button and two additional GL/GR buttons on the underside. It's also designed to be slightly lighter and smaller, enhancing your gaming experience without sacrificing comfort or performance.

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If you're attached to your original controller, you'll be pleased to know that Nintendo has confirmed the original controller will be compatible with the new console system. This means you can continue using your favorite gear with the latest technology.

Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2 during a 60-minute Nintendo Direct earlier this month. Initially, pre-orders were slated to open in early April in the U.S., but due to tariff-related uncertainties, Nintendo has delayed the pre-order date to April 24. Despite the delay, the price of the Switch 2 console and its games remains at $449.99. However, Nintendo has raised prices on most Switch 2 accessories, with the Switch 2 Pro Controller now costing $85, up from $80.

For those considering an upgrade, check out the Nintendo Switch 2 vs Nintendo Switch comparison chart to see the differences. And if you're eager to get your hands on the new console, learn how to increase your chances of getting a new Nintendo Switch 2 console on day one.