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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is less expensive and offers a good balance for everyday use and moderate work tasks with its full HD display and decent processing capabilities, perfect if you're conscious of your budget. However, if you're seeking better performance for more intensive applications and prefer a sharper, higher-resolution display, the Acer Swift 14 with its faster processor makes a compelling case, though it comes at a higher cost and the difference is quite significant. The Swift is also more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size, advantageous if mobility is a priority for you. Keep in mind that the Swift's improved specs will also consume more battery, potentially shortening the time between charges. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
- The Acer Aspire 5 15 has no clear advantages over the Acer Swift 14.
Advantages of the Acer Swift 14
- Very good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
458.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is good.
The Acer Aspire 5 15, with its competent processor and RAM setup, adequate screen resolution, and good portability, covers all the bases for general use; however, the Acer Swift 14 stands out with a superior processor, double the storage, a higher-resolution touchscreen with better coverage of color spaces, in a more portable and higher battery life package, making it soar beyond just 'good' to 'very good' in this context.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.7
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Acer Swift 14 and Acer Aspire 5 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Acer Swift 14 is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift 14 is better suited for gaming and 3D than the Acer Aspire 5 15 principally because the Swift 14 has a more powerful CPU, which is important for gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops have the same GPU and screen refresh rate, which are very important for these tasks, but the superior screen quality of the Swift 14, with higher resolution and brightness, also contributes to a better gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
6.6
7.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 5 15, with ample RAM, a capable CPU, and dedicated GPU, is suitable for engineering and design tasks; however, its larger size and weight make it less portable compared to the Acer Swift 14, which offers a higher resolution touchscreen, advanced CPU, and superior screen quality, crucial for precision in detailed design work, but has a higher price tag due to these premium features. Both laptops have qualities like backlit keyboards and good build quality, which are conducive to long working sessions for engineering and design professionals, but the Swift 14's lighter weight and quieter operation noise offer additional comfort for mobile use.
Content Creation
7.3
8.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 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
7.3
8.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 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
6.2
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
458.0 nits
The Acer Swift 14 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 5 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Aspire 5 15, with its fair screen quality for general use, likely offers a decent resolution and average brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks but less ideal when fine detail or vibrant displays are needed, as in engineering or design work where the color gamut becomes crucial. The Acer Swift 14's superior screen quality benefits engineering and design professionals who require precise color accuracy for their work but, like the Aspire 5 15, isn't optimal for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate that can't deliver the smooth visuals demanded by such tasks. Both laptops are less suited for gaming and 3D where high refresh rates, alongside resolution and panel technology, contribute significantly to a more immersive and responsive experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Acer Swift 14 has 9 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
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Acer Swift 14 has excellent portability, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.4
The Acer Swift 14 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$480
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $480 and the Acer Swift 14 costs $1,400.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the Acer Swift 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 15 | Acer Swift 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$480 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.2'' x 8.4'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 12.22" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 8.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 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 | 7 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 275 nits | 458 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Acer Aspire 5 15
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Sascha Mölck | November 2022
"The Acer Aspire 5 15 is a good value office laptop with reasonable battery life. The combination of slim exterior, relatively low weight (approx. 1.7 kg) and 8 hour real-life battery runtime makes the Acer Aspire a truly mobile laptop. The modest Tiger Lake processor supports this area and simultaneously ensures an affordable price point. The Aspire produces little noise and stays cool. The screen (FHD, IPS) might not win any prizes but is entirely appropriate for the price."
Acer Swift 14
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, John Peroramas | April 2023
"The Acer Swift 14 is good for school use. Its compact design makes it easy to carry around, and its battery lasts easily through a typical school day. You can configure the laptop with an FHD+ or QHD+ display; both look sharp and get bright enough to combat glare. The keyboard feels tactile but can be a little tiring to type on over an extended period, and while the touchpad is small, it's responsive to all movements and gestures. Its Intel 13th Gen. CPU can handle nearly every type of workload; however, its integrated graphics perform poorly, so it isn't ideal for students in technical fields like 3D graphics."
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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.
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