Authentic Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Classic Edition
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Manufacturer description
The Super Nintendo Entertainment System Classic Edition is a plug-and-play retro console released by Nintendo in 2017. It features the classic gray SNES design with modern HDMI connectivity for easy use on today’s TVs. The system comes preloaded with 21 classic Super Nintendo games, including fan favorites, and includes two original-style wired controllers for multiplayer gameplay. This unit is in great condition and includes the console, controllers, HDMI cable, and USB power cable for quick and easy setup.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Authentic Super Nintendo Entertainment System 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 |
|---|---|
| games_included | 21 |
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