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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Swift 14 offers a balance of portability and performance suitable for general use with a better display for color-sensitive work and a higher quality webcam. It's lightweight and has a higher battery life, making it ideal for on-the-go usage. The ASUS TUF Gaming A17, on the other hand, is equipped with more potent hardware for 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. However, it's heavier and has a lower battery life, which impacts its portability but offers an improved experience for intensive engineering and gaming tasks with features like a higher refresh rate screen and dedicated graphics. If portability and display for everyday tasks are priorities, go for the Acer Swift 14, but if you're focused on gaming or demanding engineering software and can handle less portability, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 14
- Very good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
8.1
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Swift 14 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 outshines the Acer Swift 14 in gaming and 3D capabilities largely due to its Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, compared to the Iris Xe graphics and 60Hz refresh rate on the Acer. While both have capable CPUs and quality displays, the superior GPU and faster screen of the ASUS make it very good for gaming and 3D applications, versus the Acer's merely good performance in those areas.
Software Development
8.2
7.7
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
7.0/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
458.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
253.0 nits
The Acer Swift 14 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 for general use, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, the Acer Swift 14's higher resolution and brightness provide clear and vibrant visuals, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17's lower resolution and brightness offer less crisp and dimmer images. In engineering and design, the Acer's broader color gamuts ensure accurate color representation crucial for detailed work, which the ASUS's narrower color gamuts cannot match. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate of the Acer results in less smooth motion compared to what a higher refresh rate would offer, a drawback for action-oriented visuals despite the ASUS also falling short in refresh rate for optimal gaming experiences.
Portability
Excellent
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Swift 14 has excellent portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$1,552
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Swift 14 has a price of $1,400 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 costs $1,552.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
458.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
253.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Swift 14 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 are both very good for general use.
The Acer Swift 14, with its lightweight design and high-resolution touchscreen, is favored for general use due to its portability and vibrant display, while maintaining a respectable battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 offers a larger screen and high-performance CPU and GPU suitable for demanding applications, but sacrifices portability and has a lower-quality screen, which is still adequate for general use.
Engineering and Design
7.9
8.3
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A17 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Swift 14 is good.
The Acer Swift 14 offers a high-resolution screen, which is ideal for design work, and despite its integrated graphics, it is lighter and quieter, making it suitable for mobile engineering tasks. The ASUS TUF Gaming A17, however, boasts a more powerful dedicated GPU and a faster CPU, delivering better performance for engineering software and design applications, although it is heavier and has a lower screen resolution, which may affect the visual detail in design-related tasks.
Content Creation
8.2
8.1
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 TUF Gaming A17 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Acer Swift 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Acer Swift 14 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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 TUF Gaming A17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift 14 | ASUS TUF Gaming A17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,552 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.4'' x 0.59'' | 15.6'' x 10.4'' x 0.9'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 10.39" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | |
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 | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 458 nits | 253 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 | N/A | |
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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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Alex Iliev | April 2022
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
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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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