Nintendo SNES Classic Mini CLV-201 Console w/ 2 Controllers Tested Works
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Manufacturer description
Nintendo Super NES Classic Edition Mini Console, model CLV-201, fully tested and working. System powers on and displays correctly with game menu shown. Includes two original Super Nintendo controllers with cables. Comes with HDMI cable, USB power cable, and wall adapter as shown. Console and controllers are in clean condition with light cosmetic wear from normal use. All items pictured are included. Great plug-and-play retro system with built-in games ready to go.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Nintendo SNES Classic Mini CLV-201 Console 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
| region | NA |
|---|---|
| games_included | 21 |
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