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Updated January 10, 2024·
If affordability is a priority, the Acer Swift 14 might be the better choice since it's generally less expensive. However, if you prefer a 2-in-1 laptop with touch capability and the flexibility to use it as a tablet, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers those features, which might justify the higher price. If you do intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, a laptop with better performance is crucial, and one of these might excel over the other. For those needing to work on the go, battery life and portability are essential; a lighter laptop with longer battery life would be preferable. Consider what's most important to you: cost savings, performance, flexibility of use, or mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Swift 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.7
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
458.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The Acer Swift 14 boasts a newer CPU, leading to very good performance for general use, with a high-quality screen and good portability but slightly less battery life, whereas the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with its high-resolution touch screen and 2-in-1 convertible design, also suits general use and offers better battery life but an older processor. Both laptops have similar RAM and storage, high screen quality, and portability, with the Acer improving on operating noise and heat management, and the ASUS providing higher screen color accuracy.
Engineering and Design
7.9
7.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Swift 14 and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both good for engineering and design, though the Acer Swift 14 is somewhat better.
The Acer Swift 14 boasts a more recent CPU, making it potentially faster for demanding engineering software, whereas the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a higher resolution screen which is beneficial for design details, along with its versatility as a 2-in-1 convertible for presentations and on-the-go work. Each excels in its area; Swift 14 with its performance, and Zenbook Flip S13 with its high-quality display and flexibility, yet both maintain similar levels of portability and are well-equipped with RAM and GPU suitable for engineering tasks.
Software Development
8.2
7.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Swift 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
458.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
The Acer Swift 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 for software development, and content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When choosing a laptop for general use, pay attention to the screen's resolution and brightness, both the Acer Swift 14 and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offer clear and vibrant displays, ensuring comfortable viewing for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, color accuracy is crucial; both laptops provide wide color gamuts, making them suitable for professional color work. However, if you're into gaming or 3D modeling, the lower refresh rates on these laptops may lead to less smooth visuals, which could hinder the gaming experience or interaction with fast-paced 3D applications.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.5 Hours
The Acer Swift 14 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 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.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.3
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Swift 14 and ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
8.2
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Swift 14 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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.
Portability
Excellent
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Acer Swift 14 both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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.
Cost
$1,400
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Swift 14 has a price of $1,400 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 costs $1,400.
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How the Acer Swift 14 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Swift 14 | ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.4'' x 0.59'' | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 12.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.4" | 8.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 10.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 67 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 458 nits | 372 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.1/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
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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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."
ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
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Charles Jefferies | January 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
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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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