Tech YouTuber XNZ Unveils 'Ningtendo PXBOX 5' All-In-One Gaming Console Combining PS5, Xbox, And Switch 2

A prominent Chinese tech YouTuber and hardware enthusiast, identified as 小宁子 XNZ, has stunned the gaming community by unveiling a custom-built, all-in-one console dubbed the 'Ningtendo PXBOX 5.' The ambitious engineering project successfully integrates the internal components of a PlayStation 5, an Xbox Series X, and the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 into a single, unified chassis, effectively bypassing the physical barriers of the industry's rival 'closed' ecosystems.

The reveal, showcased in a detailed technical breakdown video posted on 21 January 2026, highlights XNZ's attempt to solve the common logistical issue of managing multiple devices, power cables, and HDMI inputs. The creator stated that the project serves as a playful protest against the fragmented nature of modern gaming, urging developers to 'stop the console war,' as reported by GamesRadar.

Engineering a Triple-Platform Architecture

The construction of the Ningtendo PXBOX 5 involved the complete disassembly of all three original systems. XNZ removed the motherboards and essential processing units while discarding the bulky proprietary cooling systems and power supplies. Taking inspiration from the triangular thermal core of Apple's 2013 Mac Pro, the creator engineered a custom central heatsink designed to handle the thermal output of all three motherboards simultaneously.

To achieve this, XNZ utilised a traditional lost-wax casting technique—casting a 3D-printed PLA model into a solid aluminium cooling block. This triangular structure allows each console's PCB to sit on its own face of the heatsink, cooled by a single high-performance fan at the bottom that pushes air through the top of the unit. According to Tom's Hardware, this custom solution maintained stable temperatures of approximately 60°C during stress tests with demanding titles such as Elden Ring.

Unified Power and Seamless Switching

One of the most notable technical feats of the build is its power management. The entire system is powered by a single 250W GaN (Gallium Nitride) power supply. While this wattage would be insufficient to run all three high-performance machines at full capacity at once, XNZ integrated an Arduino-based control board to manage the load.

The console features a single physical button on its top panel that allows the user to cycle between the three platforms in under five seconds. An LED indicator light on the front of the white, triangular tower changes colour to reflect the active system: blue for PlayStation 5, green for Xbox Series X, and red for Nintendo Switch 2. According to TechRadar, the system ensures that only one motherboard is fully active at any given time, drawing a maximum of 225W.

Integrated Hybrid Docking Solution

While the PlayStation and Xbox components are permanently mounted within the shell, XNZ developed a bespoke solution for the Nintendo Switch 2 to preserve its portable nature. The build includes a custom, spring-loaded internal dock that allows the Switch 2 unit to be ejected like a cartridge.

This enables the user to play in handheld mode or 'dock' it into the mega-console to utilise the shared HDMI output and cooling. The integration of the unreleased Switch 2 internals has also sparked discussion regarding the console's leaked dimensions and layout, which XNZ had previously researched through 3D-printed mockups, as noted by Nintendo Life.

Despite the project's success as a technical experiment, the Ningtendo PXBOX 5 remains a one-of-a-kind prototype and is not intended for commercial production. Analysts suggest that while the device simplifies the user experience, its digital-only design—necessitated by the lack of internal space for three separate disc drives—highlights the continuing shift toward a software-first future in the gaming industry, as cited by Sportskeeda.