Industry specialists suggest that tweaking Dynamic Tone Mapping settings can significantly boost the Nintendo Switch 2's HDR capabilities when docked. High Dynamic Range technology has become a staple in contemporary displays, offering richer colors and greater depth. While the Switch 2 supports HDR across all modes, its docked performance has drawn criticism from numerous users.

The gaming community has been actively seeking solutions. A recent discovery revealed that disabling HDR for unsupported games not only prevents forced HDR implementation but also conserves battery power. Technical experts have now proposed more advanced optimization methods.

HDTVTest's analysis sheds light on why Switch 2 games sometimes appear faded or overly bright. The console's default configurations are calibrated for HGIG (HDR Gaming Interest Group) standards, which facilitate better communication between games and displays. When used with non-HGIG compatible screens, these settings can lead to unintended brightness maximization, resulting in washed-out visuals.

Vincent Teoh from HDTVTest recommends a systematic approach to resolving HDR issues. First, activate HGIG mode in your display's Dynamic Tone Mapping settings - a feature commonly available on modern gaming monitors. Next, configure the Max TML setting to 1,000 nits using the console's built-in double-sun brightness test. Finally, adjust paper-white brightness to approximately 200-300 nits for optimal results.

For displays without HGIG support:

• Max TML: Approximately 1,000 nits
• Paper-white luminance: 200 to 300 nits

While these adjustments can improve performance, Teoh emphasizes that HGIG-compatible displays deliver the most precise HDR calibration for Switch 2.

Additional recommendations include selecting the "Basic Dark" system theme to avoid OLED brightness limitations, maintaining HDR Output at "Compatible Software Only," and deactivating Screen Burn-In Reduction - a largely unnecessary feature on modern displays with advanced protective measures.