DS lite vs DSi vs DSi XL- Comparison thread

There are times where I regret getting the DSi because there's a lot of GBA games I haven't finished or played yet (I own a GBA SP Front Lit so the brightness is eh) but the added DSi Camera (playing with the effects live) & the ability to "Play with your music" in DSi Sound has kept me very very entertained in the past while high as a kite, more than any DS or GBA game could.

I don't pay much attention to the DSiware games though

can the dsi connect to ds lites for wireless multiplayer?

wraith-squad66

I just got my Lite a few weeks ago, opting for the GBA slot and extra battery life over the DSi's features, but now I'm regretting it. Not because of the current DSi, mind you, but because the XL is due sometime in the next few months, and is pretty much a mandatory purchase for me, thus putting me out $120.

I'll most likely never end up getting any GBA games, considering they're mostly just kinda samey sequels or slightly gimped ports of older stuff, and my backlog is already hideous enough that I don't really have time to catch up on previous gens anymore. The XL's features are now looking far more appetizing: muchlarger screens and better viewing angle (so other people can finally see the action), improved battery life, comfortably huge pen-like stylus, louder and better sound, in-game main menu accessibility, and probably tons of exclusive games on the horizon. I still don't care about the cameras, music or web browser, but the rest is more than enough to warrant the upgrade.

So my advice to ALL current and prospective DS owners (who don't mind ditching the GBA slot) is: do get the DSi, but for the love of god, waitjust a little longer for the XL! And if you still want a Lite by then, well, that can be arranged. ;)

I'll most likely never end up getting any GBA games, considering they're mostly just kinda samey sequels or slightly gimped ports of older stuff, and my backlog is already hideous enough that I don't really have time to catch up on previous gens anymore. The XL's features are now looking far more appetizing: muchlarger screens and better viewing angle (so other people can finally see the action), improved battery life, comfortably huge pen-like stylus, louder and better sound, in-game main menu accessibility, and probably tons of exclusive games on the horizon. I still don't care about the cameras, music or web browser, but the rest is more than enough to warrant the upgrade.creepy_mike

i.e. pretty much the same thing as the DSi except for an improved battery which is thwarted by the unportability of the console. I suppose the appropriate name would be a home handheld.

Yah, it is the newest product, but it's out there to appeal to a different type of market, which means that people don't have to automatically get it. Think of it as different flavors of lollipops.

I love my DSi, but can't wait for the DSi XL. ;)

I'll still be using my 7 year old Bulky DS.MysticWynter

[QUOTE="MysticWynter"]I'll still be using my 7 year old Bulky DS.Soulreavercross

ya the dsi is cool and all but is it really worth it to buy a whole new system?demonictruth

I'm thinking of getting a DSi again but I think I'll wait until the DSi XL comes out. I'm liking the big screens, louder sounds and longer battery life but not liking the blocky graphics and huge size. So I'm still not sure but I'm more likely to get the XL :P I'm curious to know though, how many of you Lite owners will get a DSi XL? How many of you DSi owners will upgrade to XL? And how many of you DSi owners use your DS as your MP3 player?Kenny789

my friend is going to get a DS just for pokemon, we werent sure if the whole DSI only thing could affect him now that the 5th generation of pokemon was announced last week, could anyone lemme know if nintendo has made a statement on DSi exclusives? cause it just seems like a distant idea right now.

When the DSi came out, what I had was an original DS with a broken hinge, no stylus, and speakers that were going out, so for me, it was a definate yes. Though really I started out anting a lite, but it was actually my dad who talked me into going the extra money for the newest one. I stood outside Game Stop at midnight so I could get it, and boy was I happy with out. I had no idea where wi-fi was, so I wasn't able to use the shop till sometime in July when I was on vacation and saw the motel had wifi. I got the free 1000 points, and realized what I was missing out on. When we got home I bought a 2000 point card, though I didn't use it for months because I couldn't find wi-fi at home, but when I finally did, it was great. I dont think I gonna try to get the XL, becasue it seems a little bit of a waste. My DSi is perfectly good, and I have no need to fork out extra money for a oen and bigger screens.Obiwan456

I just bought a DSi for my wife.... what free 1000 points do you speak of?

I just bought a DSi for my wife.... what free 1000 points do you speak of?evilross

So my DS lite is getting ready to die. The top screen (for some reason) now only works about 50% of the time (the rest of the time it's just a white screen). My DS isn't in warranty anymore (I have one from right after they launched the lite). Should I get another lite, the DSi, or wait for the XL. It should be noted that I have a GBA SP in great working condition that I normally use instead of the gameboy slot on the DS, so the GBA slot isn't important.

I'm considering getting a DSi but my DS lite works fine.... Maybe I'll wait for the XL.

[QUOTE="evilross"]I just bought a DSi for my wife.... what free 1000 points do you speak of?Soulreavercross

Ah, ok... thank you very much.

Well my DSL broke so now I'm stuck with a half-assed DSPhate that has the upper screen scratched to hell and back.

Time to buy a DSi XL me thinks.

how is the wifi on a dslite?

I am thinking about getting a ds and it is either going to be a ds lite or a dsi.

I am not going to use the camera and other appendages on the dsi, if I buy one.

But I hear that the Dsi has the better wifi and internet connection.

I don't plan on going on the internet with either system.

But I plan on trading pokemon with people over wifi.

Now, does the lite have problems with wifi? I heard it only works with certain connections.

I have a DSi, and will keep it . But I will get the DSi XL on launch day.;)

i also have a dsi but I am going back and forth on if I should get the XL. I think it is just the urge to get a new toy and getting caught up in all the talk. do i really need 2 ds systems?

Does the announcement of the 3DS make the DSLite the best choice? DSlite is cheaper and the 3DS isn't going to render it useless, because of the gba slot. I want to say people should get the DSLite while they still can.

Does the announcement of the 3DS make the DSLite the best choice? DSlite is cheaper and the 3DS isn't going to render it useless, because of the gba slot. I want to say people should get the DSLite while they still can.

Heirren

If someone waited this long without buying a DS, then they could always wait a year longer. And if someone is still using their first-gen DS, or DS Lite, they need only put up with it for another year. If someone wants to play Gameboy Advance games, there are GBAs on sale for $20 or less online, and those can play original Gameboy and Gameboy Color games (if someone's really nostalgic...)

Also, it's worth mentioning that we never really got a price cut on the DS. Just the opposite, the price actually went up over time. I think that places more value in a 3DS purchase- whatever price it's announced at, that's probably the price it will stay at the whole next generation, so why not pick one up Day 1?

[QUOTE="Heirren"]

Does the announcement of the 3DS make the DSLite the best choice? DSlite is cheaper and the 3DS isn't going to render it useless, because of the gba slot. I want to say people should get the DSLite while they still can.

SakusEnvoy

If someone waited this long without buying a DS, then they could always wait a year longer. And if someone is still using their first-gen DS, or DS Lite, they need only put up with it for another year. If someone wants to play Gameboy Advance games, there are GBAs on sale for $20 or less online, and those can play original Gameboy and Gameboy Color games (if someone's really nostalgic...)

Also, it's worth mentioning that we never really got a price cut on the DS. Just the opposite, the price actually went up over time. I think that places more value in a 3DS purchase- whatever price it's announced at, that's probably the price it will stay at the whole next generation, so why not pick one up Day 1?

I still think the lite is teh way to go. I find the gba games more enjoyable on the light due to the superior screen. Imo, 20 bucks is 20 bucks. If someone is that pressed for cash, then fine, but 20 dollars really is just a weekend at the movies--I don't look at that as a system purchase. Also, if you get the lite, you'll beable to play all the popular multi player ds games, so it isn't really a waste. I like the idea that i'll have two systems where if someone wanted to jump in on some mario kart, they could.

As for picking it up on day one, I will, but only if the design of the unit doesn't look like its in for a redesign from the get go--like the original BIG ds. The only reason I didn't buy that thing was because of its size. Bought the lite on day one though.

I want to get a DSi XL but i'm worried they'll have a DSi XL 2 in 6 months. :p

I think the DSi is superior. For good reason, my DS Lite broke, the DSi has more stuff you can do (fun stuff of course), not to mention it has cameras for some ok photos, plus its portable (the DSi XL is a PSP-3000 or 1000). Nuff said. :)

[QUOTE="tekky14"]

woooaah, what's with the arguing?

the DSi is already out and selling great, and I welcome other's opinions, but if you don't like it, just don't buy it :roll:

Anyway,
I've had DSLs in the past ,and both had their hinges broken, the last one about a month before the DSi came out. Everything it includes is great, as I own a GBA SP, I need a new DS, and the fact that it's got camera functions and works as a music player is only more satisfying.

However, all I need to do is lok at the price tag to say no. In Canada (that's the country north of the US), the DSLs are selling for $139.99. Fair enough.
The DSis however, are selling at a whooping $199.99. Now, add around 15% tax, that's $230. Add a game, and it goes up to $270.

For those of you who haven't pieced the puzzle, that means that for me to buy a DSi and a game would surpass the price of a home console, and that is just one thing I can't buy into. If there was any way to lower the cost, I would try it, but seeing as I currently have no games to trade in, I am a console gamer only for the time being.

Yoweeh

Zoom down to the states, man. Or get one off ebay; there are tons priced at $170 with free shipping.

ok, I've had a phat and a ds lite, butt i hated the ds lite's soft, weak-feeling d pad and buttons. Does the the dsi use the same type d-pad. i know this sounds petty, but i hated the d-pad feeling like it was going to break whenever powersliding in mario kart. This alone makes me prefer the original phatty. someone please help me out.

Anyone know what firmware the DSi XL comes out of the box with? Lebowski__basic

All I can say is that the DSi XL COMPLETELY OWNS. It currently destroys all competition and has breathed much needed life into my entire DS collection. And when the 3DS comes out, I'll probably get that too... Can't miss out on Black/White.