Demo Comparison Shows Switch 2 Lagging Behind PS5 and Series S

A recent side-by-side video by ElAnalistaDeBits compares the Monster Hunter Stories 3 trial demo across Switch 2, Xbox Series S and PlayStation 5. The footage makes it clear the hybrid console delivers the weakest native pixel count and struggles to match the smoother performance seen on home consoles.

• Comparison source: ElAnalistaDeBits tested the playable demo to show platform differences in resolution and framerate behaviour.
• Resolution gap: The Switch 2 build displays the lowest effective resolution, with softer detail and more noticeable scaling artifacts versus the Series S and PS5.
• Performance: The handheld’s framerate remains close to the 30fps range during the demo, while the other platforms sustain a steadier, higher-feeling frame delivery.
• Visual fidelity: Textures, shadowing and draw distance appear improved on the Xbox Series S and PS5 versions, giving them a crisper overall image.
• Context: This is a trial demo snapshot rather than final code; developers often tweak resolution and performance before the full release, so launch behaviour could change.