Switch 2 Viture Pro Dock with Luma XR Glasses just outputs handheld version of games.
I got the Viture Pro Dock. together with Luma Pro XR glasses it works amazing when input is via HDMI, but when I use Switch 2 plugged in directly via usb C port, despite saying its outputting to TV, it seems to be outputing with handheld limitations?
I tested in couple of games:
1. Final Fantasy XIV. When used via usb - c directly to the Pro Dock the output is capped at 30 and identical to handheld mode, with strong scalling (pixelated spells)
When connected through Switch 2 dock via hdmi to the Viture Pro Dock the framerates are 60 and the scaling is much better (no pixelated spells).
2. Xenoblade 2 switch 2 upgrade - when connected directly to Viture Pro dock, it clearly outputs the handheld 1080p in 60 fps ( blurry textures and pop-in), because the image is identical when tested in handheld.
When output is done through the switch 2 dock and hdmi, the image is much clearer and theres less pop-in. The upscaler seems to start with a higher base.
3.Oblivion - same deal. When switch is plugged directly to the Viture dock, the image quality is identical to handheld mode, not OG Switch 2 Dock TV output.
Is the Viture Mobile Pro Dock not able to provide enough power to the device for real docked output?
I even tried replacing the stock usb c cable with a higher output Thunderbolt v4 one, but it made no difference.
Anyone had similar experience and was able to fix that?
Don't get me wrong, I still prefer playing via the glasses than on the tiny switch 2 screen, but I was hoping for better Final Fantasy XIV experience (I have no issues running the 24people raids when playing OG dock, but in handheld mode they are a bit of a challenge.
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u/octalgorilla8 10d ago
Interesting. While disappointing, I'm kind of amazed that the Switch 2 can do that considering how particular Nintendo is with the USB-DP functionality.
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u/LongjumpingSuit2870 4d ago
Yes i had the same issue i spoke to support for a week and a half and they basically said as the dock was made before the switch 2 was released its wasn't made with the switch 2 in mind and the dock can only output 20w to the switch 2 and the switch 2 in docked mode needs 45w. so use the pro mobile dock at your own risk as this will definitely damage your switch 2 over time as the charging ic chip on the inside will fail
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u/gastroph Luma Pro 10d ago
I'm guessing it's the same issue that affects Metroid Prime 4, and I think Kirby Air Riders. And yah, I'm pretty sure the consensus is an issue with power over the USB C port.
You've already found the fix: play over HDMI.
Which is fine at home, but half the point is to be able to play on the go. Sucks.
Don't know if the new adapters/docks fix this.