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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is the better choice with a more powerful processor and graphics card. It also has a larger, higher-resolution OLED touchscreen, which is great for creative work. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, which can impact portability. On the other hand, the Acer Aspire 3 is more budget-friendly, lighter, and offers longer battery life, making it more portable and suitable for general use like web browsing, office tasks, and watching videos. It has less power and a smaller, lower-resolution screen, so it's less ideal for intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 14
- Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0
8.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X outperforms the Acer Aspire 3 14 for general use due to its superior processing power with a high-end Intel CPU, double the RAM for smoother multitasking, and a high-quality OLED screen with better color accuracy and brightness. While the Acer Aspire 3 offers decent performance for everyday tasks with its AMD Ryzen CPU and sufficient RAM, its screen quality, battery life, and overall performance do not match the Zenbook, which, however, is less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight.
Gaming and AI
5.9
7.5
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers better gaming and 3D performance than the Acer Aspire 3 14 because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, which is critical for handling graphically intensive tasks, while the Acer has a less capable AMD Radeon 610M GPU. Both have similar screen refresh rates, but the ASUS's superior GPU, along with a higher resolution OLED display that enhances screen quality, gives it the edge for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.1
8.6
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 3 14's AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and AMD Radeon GPU are less powerful for demanding engineering and design applications compared to the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X's Intel i7 CPU and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, and while both have good screens, the Zenbook's OLED display with higher resolution outshines the Aspire's IPS display for detailed visual work. While the Aspire is lighter and boasts a quieter fanless operation which may be better for portability and low noise environments, the Zenbook’s superior keyboard and speaker quality align with its overall higher performance, justifying its lower portability due to increased weight.
Content Creation
7.2
8.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1
8.2
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.1
8.3
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering the Acer Aspire 3 14 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X for various purposes, their distinct screen attributes guide their suitability. The Acer Aspire 3's screen suffices for basic tasks due to adequate resolution and brightness but lacks top-notch color range and sharpness needed for detailed engineering work and isn't ideal for quick-paced gaming due to a lower refresh rate. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X boasts superior resolution, higher brightness, and a broader color spectrum, making it excellent for general use and professional design; however, like the Acer, the refresh rate isn't geared towards the demands of high-end gaming or 3D applications.
Battery
9.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$434
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X costs $1,300.
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How the Acer Aspire 3 14 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 3 14 | ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$434 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | October 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.74'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 5.29 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.9" | 13.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.5" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7520U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 96 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 354 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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