Nintendo Switch OLED Deal: Save Big on AliExpress as Switch 2 Debuts

Looking for a new Nintendo Switch (not Switch 2)? AliExpress has a compelling offer. You can grab a Nintendo Switch OLED console for just $237.49 with free shipping from a US warehouse. AliExpress provides buyer protections, including a small discount for delayed shipments and a full refund if the package is lost, damaged, or not delivered within 20 days of ordering.

This is a genuine, brand-new Nintendo Switch OLED, but note that it’s an imported model, so the US warranty doesn’t apply. However, a 15-day return policy is included. The packaging and manuals may be in another language, but the console is region-unlocked, ensuring full functionality in the US with English language options available.

Update: Originally spotted on Woot, this deal has expired there, but AliExpress now offers the same imported model at an even lower price.

Nintendo Switch OLED for $237.49

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Nintendo Switch OLED

The Nintendo Switch OLED is worth the slight price increase over the standard model. Its OLED display delivers superior image quality with deeper blacks, vibrant colors, and smoother gradients. Text is sharper and easier to read. While the screen size is only slightly larger (7" vs. 6.2"), the slimmer bezel makes it feel more expansive. Other upgrades include a sturdier kickstand, a built-in ethernet port on the dock, and an exclusive white shell with matching Joy-Cons.

Switch 2 Arrives, but Original Switch Remains a Strong Choice

While the Nintendo Switch 2 is now available, the original Switch is still a great option. The Switch 2 retails at a steep $449.99, and only one major new title, Mario Kart World Tour, is out for it, priced at $79.99 unless you find a $500 bundle that includes it. Some games offer visual and performance boosts on the Switch 2, but these don’t justify the cost for most. I’m waiting for more exclusive titles or a unique themed edition before upgrading.