This article describes how to connect AirPods to a Nintendo Switch using Bluetooth or a third-party dongle. These instructions for connecting AirPods to Nintendo Switch consoles work with Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite models.
Use your AirPods with your Nintendo Switch – No adapter
The Nintendo Switch didn't have Bluetooth support when it first launched. But thanks to a September 2021 update, gamers can now connect devices like AirPods to the console.
Here's how to pair AirPods with Nintendo Switch:
Put your AirPods in pairing mode. Open the case with the AirPods inside and press and hold the button on the back of the case until the light flashes white.