If you’ve bought a video game console before you know getting only the console is never enough. You also need games and at least a few accessories. The Nintendo Switch Lite is no different. Check out the best Nintendo Switch Lite accessories you actually need to get. And a bunch more you may want.
Updated on September 24, 2019, with accessories made available for the launch of the Nintendo Switch Lite.
Screen Protectors | Carrying Cases | microSD Cards | Protective Covers | Audio | Portable Chargers | Wall Chargers | Car Chargers | Controllers | Stands
Accessories You Actually Need
For any model of the Nintendo Switch there are three accessories most everyone needs to get:
- Screen protector
- Carrying case
- microSD card
Screen Protector
The Switch Lite’s screen is its most vulnerable part. You can keep it safe with a cheap screen protector. Once installed you won’t notice it. And you can keep using touch controls.
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For best results install in a bathroom with a hot showing running. The steam reduces the dust in the air. So less likely to get any trapped under the glass.
Carrying Case
The Switch Lite is all about on the go. So you’ll want a protective case to carry it around in. Or to safely toss into your backpack.
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Also available with red, blue, green, and pink highlights. Or a large model, with more space in the accessory pocket.
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microSD Card
The Switch Lite has 32GB of internal storage. That has to hold any digital games you buy, DLC, game updates, your game saves, and screenshots. That’s not enough for a lot of players. A microSD card allows you to move the larger digital game data to a larger format. Game load times will increase by 2-3 seconds vs internal storage.
- SanDisk’s Ultra series is usually the best value.
- The Switch limits how fast it can read a microSD card. So getting a fast, more expensive card doesn’t provide any benefit.
- When selecting a card compare the cost per GB. Take the price and divide it by how many GB you get. This will tell you which are a better value.
- You can always upgrade to a larger card later. But you’ll need to re-download your digital games and updates.
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Accessories You May Also Want
As with any popular electronic device, there is no shortage of available accessories for the Nintendo Switch Lite. Check out these extra options you may want or hadn’t thought about.
Protective Cover
These are hard plastic covers that wrap around the Switch Lite. Like similar cases for phones, they can help protect the Switch Lite in case of a drop or fall. They aren’t guaranteed protection. But at normal drop heights, they’ll take the brunt of the damage rather than the Switch Lite itself.
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Audio Accessories
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For listening to game audio only the wired version, available in black or white, works great.
To voice chat in Fortnite, or another non-Nintendo game, the same wired version works.
For voice chat in a Nintendo game, such as Splatoon 2, you have to use the Nintendo Switch Online app. Which runs on your phone, not the Switch. Here you want to get the Bluetooth version. Connect via Bluetooth to your phone. And connect via 3.5mm (also supported on the Bluetooth headset) to your Switch. That will allow you to hear both chat and game audio.
The Switch Lite has a 3.5mm headphone jack. So any headphones or earbuds with the same connection will work for audio.
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Portable Chargers
To charge your Switch Lite while on a plane or otherwise away from a power outlet you’ll need a portable charger (aka power bank). The right one can keep up with your gameplay. And it doesn’t take a big, expensive model to double your playtime.
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Requires a USB-C to USB-C cable, sold separately.
Review of the AUKEY PB-Y13 10000 USB-C PD
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Review of the Anker PowerCore 13400 Nintendo Switch Edition
Check out my power bank buying guide for the Nintendo Switch for more options.
Extra Wall Charger
The Switch Lite includes a Nintendo Switch AC Adapter. But it isn’t a travel-friendly design. And it won’t work well with most of your other small devices. Depending on your play and travel habits you may want one or more charges. And a third-party option can give you more options for a lower price.
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Review of Anker PowerPort PD 1
Requires a USB-C to USB-C cable, sold separately.
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Review of the ZMI PowerPlug Turbo
Check out my charger buying guide for the Nintendo Switch for more options.
Car Charger
If you only need a car charger on occasion. And your road trips are 8 hours or less. Then consider getting a power bank instead. Those work in the car, plus on planes, camping, everywhere. But if you need to charge a Switch Lite in the car often you can get a car charger, which you don’t have to worry about recharging.
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Controllers
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Stands
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