Nintendo Super NES Classic Edition Mini Console CLV-201 SNES **Console Only**
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Manufacturer description
No controllers or cords included. Nintendo Super NES Classic Edition console brings back the golden age of 16-bit gaming in a compact, HDMI-ready form factor. This miniature replica comes pre-loaded with 21 legendary titles, including the never-before-released Star Fox 2, alongside fan favorites like Super Mario World, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, and Donkey Kong Country. The system features the iconic purple-accented design of the original North American Super Nintendo Control Deck and includes the original box and start-up instructions. Perfect for retro gaming enthusiasts and…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Nintendo Super NES Classic Edition Mini Console CLV-201 SNES… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Nintendo's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| output | HDMI |
|---|---|
| preinstalled_games | 21 |
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