Nintendo Switch Pro Release May Feature Massive Storage Upgrade

Leaked GameStop SKUs Suggest Nintendo Switch 2 microSD Express Support

Recent leaks suggest the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will support microSD Express cards, a significant upgrade from its predecessor's UHS-I support. This implies substantial improvements in storage technology.

The rumor mill points to the Switch 2 entering mass production in late 2024, possibly as early as September. This aligns with a surge of hardware leaks circulating since Q4 2024.

Adding to the evidence, GameStop SKUs surfaced in early January 2025, listing "Switch 2 Exp Micro SD Card" products in 256GB and 512GB capacities. This strongly indicates microSD Express compatibility.

Significant Speed and Capacity Improvements

The current Switch uses UHS-I microSD cards, offering practical transfer speeds around 95 MB/s. microSD Express, leveraging the NVMe protocol, boasts speeds nearing 985 MB/s – a roughly 900% increase.

Capacity also sees a dramatic boost. While UHS-I maxes out at 2TB, microSD Express supports cards up to 128TB – a 6300% improvement. Leaked GameStop pricing suggests a 256GB card at $49.99 and a 512GB card at $84.99.

Further leaks revealed SKUs for a standard Switch 2 carrying case ($19.99) and two deluxe versions ($29.99). While these are likely unofficial accessories, their appearance reinforces the ongoing wave of Switch 2 leaks.

Nintendo has committed to an official reveal before the end of its fiscal year (March 31, 2025), leaving a few months for the official announcement.