Original Nintendo DS NTR-001 Pokémon Console & Stylus with AC New Shell
Bottom line: The Original Nintendo DS NTR-001 Pokémon Console & Stylus is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the handheld consoles category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
This combination of new gaming features and portable communications will shock and impress you. Wireless Connectivity: With Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, you can connect wirelessly, chat with friends while you play, and compete with Nintendo DS owners across the globe.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Original Nintendo DS NTR-001 Pokémon Console & Stylus using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the handheld consoles category. Nintendo's handheld 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 handheld 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
| edition | Pokémon |
|---|---|
| wireless | true |
| screen_type | dual LCD |
Hardware benchmark data
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