Wii U technical specs

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• Wii U hardware

  The new Wii U™ console introduces the Wii U™ GamePad, a controller with a 6.2-inch touch screen that redefines how people interact with their games, their entertainment and one another.

• • Launched

    November 18, 2012

  • Price

    $299.99 ^*MSRP for Deluxe Set

  • Size

    Approximately 1.8 inches high, 10.6 inches deep and 6.75 inches long.

  • Weight

    Approximately 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg)

  • Wii U™ GamePad

    The Wii U GamePad controller removes the traditional barriers between games, players and the TV by creating a second window into the video game world.

    It also offers a new way for viewers to engage with their favorite entertainment. The GamePad incorporates a 6.2-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio LCD touch screen, as well as traditional button controls and two analog sticks. Inputs include a +Control Pad, L/R sticks, L/R stick buttons, A/B/X/Y buttons, L/R buttons, ZL/ZR buttons, Power button, HOME button, -/SELECT button, +/START button, and TV CONTROL button.

    The GamePad also includes motion control (powered by an accelerometer, gyroscope and geomagnetic sensor), a front-facing camera, a microphone, stereo speakers, rumble features, a sensor bar, an included stylus and support for Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality.

    It is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and weighs approximately 1.1 pounds (500 g).

  • Other controllers

    The Wii U console is capable of supporting two Wii U GamePad controllers, up to four Wii Remote™ (or Wii Remote™ Plus) controllers or Wii U™ Pro Controllers, and Wii™ accessories such as the Nunchuk™, Classic Controller™ and Wii Balance Board™.

    Wii Remote Plus Wii U Pro Controllers

  • Appearance

    The new console features a compact design that will make it a natural addition to any home entertainment setup.

• • CPU

    IBM Power®-based multi-core processor setup.

  • GPU

    AMD Radeon™-based High Definition GPU.

  • Storage

    Wii U uses an internal flash memory (8 GB with the Basic Set; 32 GB with the Deluxe Set) for data storage. It also supports external USB storage.

  • Media

    Wii U and Wii optical discs.

  • Networking

    Wii U can be connected to the Internet via a wireless (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) connection. The console features four USB 2.0 connectors – two in the front and two in the rear – that support Wii LAN Adapters.

  • Video output

    Supports 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i. Compatible cables include HDMI™, Wii Component Video, Wii S-Video Stereo AV and Wii AV.

  • Audio output

    Uses six-channel PCM linear output via HDMI connector, or analog output via the AV Multi Out connector.

  • Wii compatibility

    Nearly all Wii software and accessories can be used with Wii U.

  • Energy efficiency

    Wii U utilizes specially designed power-saving features to lower its energy consumption.

  • Open source software

    The Wii U console includes open source software. For more information, click here.

*MSRP: Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Actual price may vary. See retailer for details.