Earlier this week, Nintendo announced Switch Lite , a handheld-only version of its popular hybrid console. Opinions on Switch Lite were mixed out the gate: some mocked Nintendo's decision create a Switch incapable of switching between home and on-the-go play, while others expressed excitement over its lower price point and increased portability.

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Switch vs. Switch Lite

New 2DS XL vs. Switch Lite

New 3DS vs. Switch Lite

New 3DS XL vs. Switch Lite

The new system's monicker references both its lighter build and lower cost, but just how "Lite" is Nintendo's latest piece of hardware? To answer that question, we measured its specs against those of other recent handhelds, including Switch, 3DS XL, Vita, and more. Check out the gallery below or scroll down to see how Switch Lite stacks up against the competition. (Thanks to Reddit user bad_buoys for the inspiration.): Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite's screen is(All Switch measurements are with Joy-Cons attached.): Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite's screen isthan the New 2DS XL top screen.(All measurements are with the New 2DS XL folded.): Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite is: Switch Lite's screen isthan the New 3DS top screen.(All measurements are with the New 3DS folded.)

2DS vs. Switch Lite

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Vita vs. Switch Lite

PSP 3000 vs. Switch Lite

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What do you think of the Switch Lite's form factor? Are you interested in its increased portability? Let us know in the comments.And for more on Nintendo's latest hardware, check out these 11 Switch Lite color options we'd love to see.

Jordan is a freelance writer for IGN. Follow him on Twitter @jdsirani