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The original Pro Controller can be reused wirelessly on Switch 2 with limits; Switch 2 Pro has new C and GL/GR controls and does not work on the original Switch.
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Platform and game-mode evidence
| Target | Context | Nintendo Switch Pro Controller | Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch | Controller-supported games | Documented with conditions | Not supported |
| Nintendo Switch OLED Model | Controller-supported games | Documented with conditions | Not supported |
| Nintendo Switch Lite | Controller-supported games | Documented with conditions | Not supported |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | Controller-supported games | Documented with conditions | Documented with conditions |
Published specification differences
| Specification | Nintendo Switch Pro Controller | Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | Not verified | 1070 |
| Charge Time | 6 | 3.5 |
| Connection | Bluetooth, USB | Bluetooth, USB-C |
| Dimensions H W D | Not verified | 105, 148, 60.2 |
| Extra Buttons | Not verified | C, GL, GR |
| Headset Connector | Not verified | 3.5 mm CTIA 4-pole |
| Mass | Not verified | 235 |
| Motion Sensor | Not verified | Yes |
| Nfc | Not verified | Yes |
| Rumble | Not verified | HD Rumble 2 |
Check the exact edition
A missing platform or specification is unverified, not an automatic negative result. The official source links below belong to the exact edition named in each column. Compare the target console, game format, receiver or base, and the feature you actually need before ordering.
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Nintendo · 4 documented platform relationships
Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller
Nintendo · 4 documented platform relationships
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Official sources
- Nintendo Switch Pro Controller FAQ — Nintendo of America, checked 2026-10-30
- Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 accessory compatibility — Nintendo of America, checked 2026-10-30
- Nintendo Switch 2 technical specifications — Nintendo Australia, checked 2026-10-30
- Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller — Nintendo of America, checked 2026-10-30
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