Overview

• Nintendo's Switch 2 will include a 'Stop Charging Around 90%' setting to minimize lithium-ion battery deterioration over time.
• The feature can be enabled via System Settings > System, allowing users to cap charging at 90% and slow charging speed as it approaches this limit.
• Nintendo explained that pausing the charge at 90% helps preserve battery health, balancing long-term durability with immediate playtime needs.
• Similar charge-limiting options are already available on smartphones and are being tested for Valve's Steam Deck, aligning Nintendo with broader industry trends.
• The Switch 2, featuring a 2–6.5 hour battery life and 3-hour full charge time, is set to launch globally on June 5, 2025.