Difference between Nintendo DS and DSi

Key difference: Nintendo DS and DSi are the dual-screen handheld game consoles, released by Nintendo. The Nintendo DS is the 2004 edition with initial graphic features, while DSi is the 2008 edition, which is made up of unique features in comparison to Nintendo DS.

Nintendo DS and DSi are advanced gaming systems which are available in today’s market and are released by Nintendo.

The Nintendo DS is a dual screen handheld game console, which was developed and released by Nintendo. It was first introduced in the North-American market on November 21, 2004. The term “DS” means development system or dual-screen.

The Nintendo DS gaming system comprises of the distinctive features. The hardware of this gaming station is made up of unique features, such as the LCD screen which works in correspondence with the touch-screen and built-in microphone. Both the screens support the wireless connectivity. The Nintendo DS also features the ability for multiple DS consoles to directly interact with each other over Wi-Fi within a short range. It can also be connected without an existing wireless network. Alternatively, the gaming console can interact online using the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service. According to Nintendo of America, there are over 1297 titles available for the Nintendo DS.

The Nintendo DSi is the newest model developed from the previous Nintendo DS and was launched in Japan, on November 1, 2008. It is the third iteration of the Nintendo DS. It is one of the most advanced and innovative Nintendo systems. In the market, the Nintendo DSi is more appreciated and welcomed by the game lovers.

The Nintendo DSi model’s design is similar to that of the Nintendo DS, but is developed with more extra and advanced features. The model features two digital cameras, which support the internal and external content storage. These cameras are responsible to connect to the online store (called as the Nintendo DSi Shop). The handheld supports the features like the exclusive physical media which features the specific DSi standard DS and DSi titles. The advanced functionality of Nintendo DSi model was developed with an intention to increase the market share and facilitate the personalization, in order to encourage players.

Comparison between Nintendo DS and DSi:

	Nintendo DS	DSi
Short description	The Nintendo DS is a dual-screen handheld game console developed and released by Nintendo.	The Nintendo DSi is a dual-screen handheld game console released by Nintendo. It is the third iteration of the Nintendo DS.
Introduced	The device was introduced in the market of North America on November 21, 2004.	The console was launched in Japan on November 1, 2008.
GBA involvement	This game includes the Game Boy Advance (GBA) cartridge slot, as this was the previous edition of the Nintendo game stations.	Consequently, Nintendo has removed the Game Boy Advance (GBA) cartridge slot in order to improve the portability and durability.
Brightness	The Nintendo DS is not as bright as compared to that of the Nintendo DSi.	The Nintendo DSi is brighter and has advanced extra coloring features compared to the Nintendo DS.
Additional features	It does not have the features like the shop and camera.	It has the features like the shop and camera.
Screen size	It has an older screen size of about 3.00 inches.	It has a slightly bigger screen of about 3.25 inches.
Battery capacity	It has a low battery life on regular usage.	It has an expandable and adaptable long battery life compared to the Nintendo DS.
Weight	The DS weighs 218 grams.	The DSi is lighter in weight, with 214 grams.
Stylus slot	DS stylus slot is much shorter as compared to the new DSi.	DSi has a larger stylus slot in comparison to DS.
Cost factor	It is affordable and portable.	It is advanced; hence the price is costlier than compared to the Nintendo DS.