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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift 14 is a more portable and affordable option, suitable for general use, offering good battery life, a higher resolution touchscreen, and a lighter frame, making it an excellent choice for on-the-go productivity. The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, on the other hand, is designed for performance, featuring a more powerful processor, a high-end dedicated graphics card, and a very high refresh rate display, making it ideal for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering applications. However, it is heavier and offers shorter battery life, so it is less convenient to carry around. If you prioritize mobility and battery life on a budget, the Acer might suit you better, but if you're focused on high-performance tasks and don't mind a higher price and lower portability, the ASUS is the way to go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
8.3
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Swift 14 is only fair.
The Acer Swift 14, with its integrated Intel graphics and standard screen refresh rate, provides a satisfactory experience for gaming and 3D applications, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, boasting an Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a high screen refresh rate, excels at delivering a superior gaming and 3D performance. Despite the Swift 14's decent processing power, the Strix Scar 15's more powerful GPU and faster refresh rate make it particularly apt for more demanding gaming and graphical tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.9
8.5
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Swift 14 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is considered very good for engineering and design primarily because it has a more powerful CPU and a dedicated high-end GPU, which are critical for demanding tasks and software that professionals in these fields often use. In contrast, the Acer Swift 14, while still good for engineering and design, uses a slightly less powerful CPU and relies on integrated graphics, which may not perform as well with intensive 3D design and engineering simulations, but it offers better portability and a higher resolution screen, which can be beneficial for detailed design work.
Software Development
8.2
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 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
7.6
7.9
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
458.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
283.0 nits
The Acer Swift 14 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 for engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When considering a laptop for general use, the Acer Swift 14's appeal comes from its high resolution and bright display, offering clarity and comfort for everyday tasks, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 meets similar standards but may not exceed them significantly. For engineering and design work, the Acer Swift 14 boasts a wider color gamut, ensuring more accurate color representation which is crucial for detailed design tasks, outshining the ASUS in this particular aspect. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, even if not specifically praised for its screen, likely has a higher refresh rate which is essential for smoother motion and a better overall gaming experience, despite both laptops not having optimal screens for these high-intensity visual tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Acer Swift 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has 5.5 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
Excellent
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Swift 14 has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Acer Swift 14 has a price of $1,400 and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
458.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
283.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift 14 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is good.
The Acer Swift 14 is highly portable and offers longer battery life, making it very suitable for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, with superior CPU and GPU, is optimized for performance but is heavier and has shorter battery life, which is still good for general use but not as convenient for on-the-go users.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Swift 14 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both very good for content creation.
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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Acer Swift 14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Swift 14 and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift 14 | ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $2,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.4'' x 0.59'' | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 300Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 458 nits | 283 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.1/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | No Webcam | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | May 2022
"Asus continues to refine the ROG Strix Scar lineup with new upgrades. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 offers almost everything you would expect from a gaming laptop at this price. The build quality is great, connectivity options are decent, and there is enough scope for internal upgrades as well. Asus reverts to membrane switches for the keyboard — though not as "clickety" as the opto-mechanical ones we saw with last year's model, they still make for a decent typing and gaming experience. The lack of biometrics in any form is a downer."
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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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