Nintendo 3DS review: specs and price
Nintendo 3DS
Why is Nintendo 3DS better than the average?
- Number of games?
2273vs809 - Thickness?
20 mmvs22 mm - Width?
135 mmvs203 mm - Height?
74 mmvs94.5 mm - Volume?
199.8 cm³vs518.34 cm³ - Weight?
235 gvs478 g
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Quality of exclusive games
7.8/10
9 votes
Backwards compatibility
7.9/10
9 votes
Controller
8.0/10
9 votes
Non-gaming apps
6.7/10
9 votes
Quiet operation
8.9/10
8 votes
Performance
CPU speed
2 x 0.268 GHz
The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
floating-point performance
0.03 TFLOPS
Floating-point performance is a measurement of the raw processing power of the GPU.
RAM
0.13GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
GPU clock speed
268 MHz
The clock speed of the graphics processing unit (GPU).
supports ray tracing
✖Nintendo 3DS
Ray tracing is an advanced light rendering technique that provides more realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections in games.
I/O throughput
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I/O throughput refers to the bandwidth of the internal storage. Storage that supports faster data transmission speeds results in quicker load times.
GDDR version
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Newer versions of GDDR memory offer improvements such as higher transfer rates that give increased performance.
Is an NVMe SSD
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NVMe SSDs use the PCIe interface, which has a higher bandwidth than the SATA interface. This results in much faster read/write speeds compared to SSDs which use the SATA interface.
memory bandwidth
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A higher memory bandwidth means the memory can be accessed faster and therefore data can be retrieved quicker, having a positive effect on the performance.
General info
Type
Portable
The type of game console.
output resolution
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The resolution represents the amount of pixels that make up the image. It is a key indicator of image quality, with higher resolutions providing sharper and more detailed images.
display resolution
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The display resolution represents the amount of pixels that make up the image. It is a key indicator of image quality, with higher resolutions providing sharper and more detailed images.
Hard drive is replaceable
✖Nintendo 3DS
The internal hard drive can be replaced by the user, for example if you wish to upgrade to a larger storage capacity.
Has an internal power supply
✔Nintendo 3DS
Devices with an internal power supply are desirable as they don't require a large external "power brick" on the cable. It’s more aesthetically pleasing and an advantage if you have limited space.
Display type
LCD
The type of technology used in the display.
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
battery power
1300 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Is region free
✖Nintendo 3DS
Region free devices allow you to play games from different continents. This enables you to collect a larger game library, and you could play games before they are released in your region.
Connectivity
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✔Nintendo 3DS
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
supports Wi-Fi
✔Nintendo 3DS
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
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The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
is DLNA-certified
✖Nintendo 3DS
All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another. When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them.
USB ports
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With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices.
has an HDMI output
✖Nintendo 3DS
You can output high definition video and audio to a display. This could be through an HDMI port, Mini HDMI port, or a USB-C port that supports HDMI.
Bluetooth version
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Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has an external memory slot
✔Nintendo 3DS
The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.
A portable device (e.g., handheld console, smartphone) can be connected to a home console and used as a gamepad.
Features
number of games
2273
Consoles which have more games offer more choice to the user. It is also an indicator of how popular a console is.
number of exclusive games
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Exclusive games are only available to that game console producer.
has voice commands
✔Nintendo 3DS
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
backwards compatibility
✖Nintendo 3DS
With backwards compatibility, you can play games from the previous generation (or several generations) of console.
pixel density
133 ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
Can play games while they download
✖Nintendo 3DS
This means you don’t have to wait for the entire game to download first, as the later stages of the game download while you are playing.
supports quick resume
✔Nintendo 3DS
Quick resume is a feature that allows you to switch between several running games with practically zero loading times.
supports Discord voice chat
✖Nintendo 3DS
It supports Discord Voice, allowing you to chat with people on other platforms such as PC and mobile.
Supports 3D audio
✖Nintendo 3DS
3D audio provides a more immersive soundscape than traditional surround sound technologies, allowing you to pinpoint the exact direction that sounds are coming from.
Controllers
More controllers allows you to have more people playing at a time.
has adaptive triggers
✔Nintendo 3DS
Special motors in the controller can adjust the tension of the trigger buttons, adding to the feeling of immersion. For example, the triggers can become harder to press down as a player’s character sprints and becomes fatigued.
Compatible with a motion-sensing controller(s)
✖Nintendo 3DS
A motion controller is a type of game controller that utilizes sensors (such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, and other types of sensors) to track motion and provide input.
Has a wireless controller
✖Nintendo 3DS
The device controllers connect to the console wirelessly, allowing for a tangle free gaming experience.
The more analog sticks, the more complex the input can be.
has an integrated touchpad
✖Nintendo 3DS
With a touchpad, users can control the device by moving their finger on a touch-sensitive surface.
Has dual force feedback
✖Nintendo 3DS
With dual force feedback the controller has realistic vibrations, allowing you to feel the direction from which the impact is coming.
controller weight
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A lighter controller puts less strain on the hands while playing.
The more buttons the device has, the more complex the input can be.
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Comments
Dominic
2 years ago
1 / 10
Why the 3ds is not considered a ds
Dominic
2 years ago
1 / 10
Don’t like 3d maybe 2d
Perro
2 years ago
10 / 10
Worth it in 2023, chipped
Perro
2 years ago
10 / 10
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Deniz
1 year ago
10 / 10
My Experience About 3DS
Deniz
1 year ago
10 / 10
You can PLAY DS-GB-GBC-GBA-NES-SNES GAMES.3DS Have So Good Exclusive Games But If You open 3D Mode It makes you vomit. But remember You can always turn off the 3D!
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