Wii U Specs List

What are the Wii U Specs? The specifications for Wii U show off an infinitely more powerful system with HD graphics that are as powerful if not more so than current generation videogame consoles (the Xbox 360 and PS3) and much more powerful than its fore-bearer (the Wii).

The next-gen Wii U also has a number of new and never-before-seen features which focuses on the Wii U controller, which has a built-in screen enabling for new viewpoints on what is displayed on the TV when used in conjunction with a television. You can even use the Wii U Controller itself to play games without having to turn on the TV!

Here is the full spec list for your perusal:

Size:
Approximately 1.8 inches tall, 6.8 inches wide and 10.5 inches long.

New Controller:
The new rechargeable Wii U Controller is approximately 5.3 inches high, 0.9 inches deep (not including buttons and other projections) and 9.0 inches long.

A 6.2-inch, 16:9 touch screen is built into the controller and includes traditional button controls with A/B/X/Y buttons, two Analog Circle Pads, +Control Pad, L/R buttons, ZL/ZR buttons, a Power button, Home button, a built-in accelerometer and gyroscope, rumble feature, camera, a microphone, stereo speakers, a sensor strip and a stylus. The new main feature of this system is the screen on the controller which is said to give a “second window” into what is being displayed on the TV when used in conjunction with it. You can also play games on the controller’s screen without the need of a TV.

Other Controls:
The Wii U can use every single normal Wii input device (including up to four Wii Remotes, Nunchuck Controllers, Classic Controllers, Classic Controllers Pro, Wii Balance Board, Wii Zapper, etc.)

Media:
The Wii U will use a 12-centimeter proprietary high-density optical disc loaded int a single self-loading media bay.

Video Output:
Supports 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i. Compatible cables include HDMI, component, S-video and composite.

Audio Output:
Uses AV Multi Out connector. Six-channel PCM linear output through HDMI.

Storage:
Internally, flash memory will be used to save games and data. But you can expand the system memory using either an external USB HDD(!) or an SD Memory Card.

CPU:
IBM Power-based multi-core microprocessor.

GPU:
AMD Radeon-based High Definition GPU.

Other:
In addition to being completely backwards compatible with all previous Wii games and Wii accessories (Including WiiWare and Wii Virtual Console titles). Also includes four USB 2.0 connector slots… so you can use any USB devices we assume. (such as mice and keyboard, etc.)

Note: Details are subject to change.

This video shows off the features of the Nintendo Wii U.