Chargerlab Chargerlab
  • News
    • Chargers
    • Wireless Chargers
    • Cables
    • Power Banks
    • Peripherals
    • Industry
    • Talks
    • Activity
  • Reviews
    • Charging Compatibility Test
    • Fully Charging Test
    • Comparison
    • Chargers
    • Wireless Chargers
    • Car Chargers
    • Cables
    • Power Banks
    • Phone
    • Peripherals
  • Teardowns
    • Chargers
    • Wireless Chargers
    • Car Charger
    • Cables
    • Power Banks
    • Peripherals
    • Wireless Earphones
  • Videos
    • YouTube
    • TikTok
  • Guides
    • How-To
    • Deals
  • POWER-Z
    • Buy POWER-Z
    • Technical Support
  • Contact Us
Home › Teardowns › Peripherals › Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock

Joey
5 monthsagoPeripherals
0 0

Introduction

As we all know, Nintendo Switch is one of the best-selling game consoles all around the world. Last year, Nintendo upgraded the traditional non-laminated LCD screen to a fully-laminated OLED screen, bringing more vivid graphics, brighter colors and stronger contrast to enhance the visual experience of the game. At the same time, the internal storage was upgraded from 32G to 64G.

Compared with the old one, the dock of the OLED version uses a gigabit ethernet port instead of the USB3.0 port, which makes the network connection more stable. Now, let's take a look at what's inside the dock.

Product Appearance

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The Nintendo Switch OLED charging dock uses a black plastic shell, in addition to the slot in the middle of the dock, there are logo, non-slip pads, etc.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Compared with the old version, the logo on the front of the dock is smaller.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

There are two USB-A ports on the side, and the middle slot is used to place the console.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

There is a USB-C port in the center of the slot, and the Switch can be charged by placing it in it.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The back of the dock is designed with a small notch to arrange the cables, and a base on the right side.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Different from the original version, there are USB-C, HDMI and ethernet ports on the left side of the base.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

It has a rubber pad at the bottom. And the specs info shows it supports 15V2.6A input and 15V1.2A output, and has passed multiple standards.15V2.6A input and 15V1.2A output, and has passed multiple standards.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Length: 17.4 cm (6.58 inches).

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Height: 103.69 mm (4.08 inches).

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Thickness: 47.43mm (1.87 inches).

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Weight: 286g (10.09 oz).

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

When powered on, the LED indicator turns green.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The ChargerLAB POWER-Z KM002C shows that the two USB-A ports support Samsung 5V2A protocol. So, it's basically used for data transport, not fast charging.

Teardown

Next, we gonna take it apart and check what's inside.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

First remove the cover on the side, followed by the screws.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Remove the screws and the back cover.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

There is a PCB in the lower right corner for console connecting, video converting. And it can also provide power, peripheral and ethernet connection.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

We removed the cover at the bottom and found that the Switch is connected to this PCB module through a flat cable.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Take a closer look.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The metal shields for all ports can be seen on the front of the PCB.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The indicator light is connected to the PCB through red and black wires.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Here is the connection socket for the USB-C connector inside the dock.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The front of the PCBA module is shown in the picture. From the upper left corner to the right are the USB-C port, the HDMI port and the ethernet port. Two USB-A ports at the bottom. Solder the buck converter and filter capacitor, as well as the HUB controller and the ethernet port controller on the front.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Two USB-C controllers, an MCU, memory, and other chips are soldered on the back of the PCB. The USB-A female socket and the ethernet cable socket are soldered by the vias, and the USB-A port is equipped with an independent overcurrent protection chip.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Two synchronous buck converters from TI are on the front, one of which is marked with VUOI, the model is TPS62150, which supports 17V input and 1A output.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Another one is marked with VUNI, the model is TLV62130A, which supports 17V input and 3A output.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

These two MOSFETs are connected in series, and used for power supply control of the USB-C port.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

A 220μF 10V solid capacitor is used for output filtering.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The USB HUB controller is from VIA Labs, the model is VL210N-Q4.

It can control two USB-A ports, an ethernet port and has low standby power consumption.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The ethernet controller is from Realtek, which is a USB2.0 conversion chip.

Close-up of the external clock crystal oscillator and step-down inductor, marked with RTL8154B.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

A video conversion chip is under the metal shield.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

It comes from Realtek, the model is RTD2172N, which can convert DP to HDMI.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Connector for connecting the indicator light on the dock.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The USB-C controller is from ROHM, marked with D92B17.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Another USB-C controller is marked with M92T55.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Some MOSFETs for power supply control.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

A built-in MCU for the entire dock control from STMicroelectronics, the model is STM32F070RBT6. It integrates an M0 core and 128KB flash.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Close-up of the clock crystal oscillator.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The MCU has an external memory.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The USB-A current limit switch IC is from ROHM, marked with AY, the model is BD2242G, built-in low-impedance MOSFET, the current limit is adjustable from 0.2-1.7A, and supports output discharge.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The other chip is the same model and they are both used for overcurrent protection of the two USB-A ports.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

A synchronous step-down converter is from TI, marked with 18N, the model is TLV62568, it supports 5.5V input and 1A output, and it is packaged in SOT563.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

A close-up of a resettable fuse.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

A close-up of the connection socket connecting the USB-C.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Close-up of the USB-C connector.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Close-up of the HDMI connector.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Close-up of the ethernet connector, there is no connection indicator.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Close-up of USB-A connectors, with a unibody design.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The inside of the USB-C connector is supported by springs.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Close-up of the spring.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

USB-C is fixed with screws.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Full pin design, SMD pin soldering.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

On the back of the small PCB is the solder pad for USB-C.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Finally, let's disassemble the indicator lights inside the dock.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

The indicator light is soldered on the small PCB and connected by wires and connectors.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Colorful cables for indicator light.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

Same thing on the back.

Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Charging Dock-Chargerlab

That's all for the teardown.

Summary of ChargerLAB

The Nintendo switch OLED changes the USB3.0 port to an ethernet port. When connecting to the dock, the network connection is more stable and can also improve the connection speed and game experience.

Related Articles:
1. Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch Charging Dock
2. Teardown of HAGiBiS 65W GaN Charger Dock With HDMI (For Nintendo Switch)
3. Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Model Charging Dock

Dock Nintendo Switch
0
The article is originally written by @Joey posted on Chargerlab. All rights reserved.
Teardown of Original Nintendo Switch OLED Model Charging Dock
Previous
What’s the Difference Between Original and Fake Apple 35W Compact Charger
Next
Comments (0)
Back
    Hot posts
    Realme Released 67W GaN Dual-Port Charger
    6 hoursago
    Single-Cell vs. Dual-Cell Batteries: What's the Difference?
    1 dayago
    What’s Difference Between Single & Dual Cell Batteries in Phone Charging
    1 dayago
    OnePlus Launched SUPERVOOC 100W Dual Ports Charger
    1 dayago
    Related Posts
    Teardown of Satechi 165W GaN Desktop Charger (ST-UC165GM)
    Teardown of Satechi 165W GaN Desktop Charger (Four USB-C Ports)
    Teardown of Baseus 65W GaN5 Pro Fast Charger (CCGAN65S5)
    Teardown of Baseus 65W GaN5 Pro Fast Charger (2C1A)
    ABOUT ME

    As a sibling site of chongdiantou.com, ChargerLAB covers everything about charging, including chargers, wireless chargers, power banks, cables, car chargers, portable power stations and other peripherals. You can contact us by sending the email to info@chargerlab.com.

    FOLLOW US
    Facebook Instagram TikTok Twitter YouTube
    E-COOL MEDIA
    POWER-Z Chongdiantou 52Audio
    Copyright © 2016-2023 Chargerlab. Designed by nicetheme.
    • News
      • Chargers
      • Wireless Chargers
      • Cables
      • Power Banks
      • Peripherals
      • Industry
      • Talks
      • Activity
    • Reviews
      • Charging Compatibility Test
      • Fully Charging Test
      • Comparison
      • Chargers
      • Wireless Chargers
      • Car Chargers
      • Cables
      • Power Banks
      • Phone
      • Peripherals
    • Teardowns
      • Chargers
      • Wireless Chargers
      • Car Charger
      • Cables
      • Power Banks
      • Peripherals
      • Wireless Earphones
    • Videos
      • YouTube
      • TikTok
    • Guides
      • How-To
      • Deals
    • POWER-Z
      • Buy POWER-Z
      • Technical Support
    • Contact Us
    Top Keywords
    • GaN
    • Apple
    • 65W
    • Teardown
    • Fast charging
    • Baseus
    • 100W
    • USB-C
    • POWER-Z
    • ANKER
    • Power Bank
    • MagSafe
    • Xiaomi
    • UGREEN
    • 20W
    • Wireless Charger
    • 140W
    • Power Station
    Joey
    Author
    • 0
    • 0
    • Top